St. Emydius Class of 1958

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SAVE THE DATE: 2011 REUNION Saturday, May 14th, Bistro Boudin, 160 Jefferson Street, Fisherman's Wharf 11:00 AM RSVP donhaderle@yahoo.com; (408) 356-1009 Update: Read FUTURES 2011 issue from the Sisters of St. Joseph Corondolet



52nd Reunion It was SOOOOOOOOOOOOO much fun! Saturday, April 24, 2010, CAESARS RESTAURANT Our 52nd reunion was SO MUCH FUN with 30 hooligans from St. Emydius Class of 1958 laughing, telling stories and remembering the great times of our St. Emydius Days. Thank you to all you die hards who showed up to have fun and thank you to Don Haderle, Ed Stewart and Vicki McNamara for taking pictures. Please revisit the website for updates on the next reunion! Love to all of you! THE CLASS OF 58 VIDEOS OF REUNION - Enjoy the laughs with Don Haderle, Bill Duggan and Brad Pearson's standup routines. Click here for Bar Scene Click here for Billy Duggan Roast Click here for Haderle on Keepsakes Click here for Haderle on Rainy Day Sessions & Pagan Babies Click here for Irish Songs sung by Barry, Amy, Billy & Don Memorial Mass for Members of the Class of 1958 & Loved Ones 8:30 AM , Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 St. Emydius Breakfast at Lakeside Village after mass Correction: All Souls Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2. We previously posted it as Oct.30. My computer was hit with a virus and I apologize to anyone who has not had their emails answered - webmaster Download Memorial Card (PDF file requires ADOBE ACROBAT READER. Click button below for free copy of Adobe Acrobat.) UPDATE: 6 members attended mass: Catherine Martin, Steve Paris, Dan Hallisy, Bill Duggan, Clair Steach and Amy Walsh. Thanks to Clair and Steve for the update.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MRS. WALSH AND HER SIS! Birthday news from Amy Walsh Hanley: Hi Don and all, Just wanted to let you know that my mother, Margaret Walsh will celebrate her 100th birthday at St Anne's home, 300 Lake St., S.F. at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 22, her real birthday. Her sis, Loretta, is there also, and she is 98. We will have a mass at St. Cecilia's, 18th and Vicente on 10/24 at 11:30 mass with reception to follow in the hall below the church. She was in St. Cecilia's parish for 50 yrs! not quite as long as we were classmates at St. Emydius but still a good long time....just to let you all know...will try to make the St. Emydius mass.



While you are planning to enjoy our reunion in North Beach, schedule a little extra time to visit the new National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi which was built in 2008. The shrine features a three quarter scale reproduction of the original porziuncola in Assisi built by St. Francis. The shrine is located next to the church of St. Francis on Vallejo Street between Columbus and Grant. The website is http://www.shrinesf.org/

LOVING MEMORIES OF DECEASED CLASSMATES God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. He put his arms around you and whispered come with me. With tearful eyes we watched & saw you pass away. Although we love you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Dec. 19, 2010 We share the following sad news from Marlene Castelli Panacci It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I tell you of Bev’s passing on Friday night. Fortunately, she never realized her condition and was resting comfortably when I saw her last week. I will forever be grateful to have had her as a friend and will treasure the memories of our times together. Her passing represents a great loss to her husband, children and grandchildren and to all her extended family and friends. She was a very, very special person and I will miss her beyond words. The lives we are so privileged to have must be treasured and never taken for granted. Be thankful every morning and every night for another day lived. Her family will have a private service for her. Your friend and classmate, Marlene


Sept 1, 2010 RaeAnn Del Carlo Was born in San Francisco, CA to Raymond and Margaret Van Dusen. She entered into rest on September 1, 2010. Married to Raymond Del Carlo for 45 years, they made their home in Novato. She will always be remembered as one who dedicated her life to her loving husband, three children: Janelle Del Carlo (and Keith Brant), Denise Campbell and Steven Del Carlo (and Renée Bertolina) and eight grandchildren Connor and Thomas Campbell, Riley and Cole Brant and Joseph, Nicholas, Luciana and Matthew Del Carlo. In lieu of flowers, gifs may be made to the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society . Published in Marin Independent Journal on September 5, 2010
TUESDAY, DEC 1, 2009 Dear Classmates: My best friend, and our classmate, John Gross died yesterday morning, Nov. 28 of a heart attack. He was alone in his duck blind at his duck club on Grissly Island in the Suisun March, Solano County, California. He was doing what he loved. He'd been under doctor's care for some months for a fibrillating heart problem, and had two procedures of cardio-conversion shock treatment, that didn't help. And pending further treatment, he decided to go about his normal adventuresome life that gave him so much joy….hunting, fishing, climbing, boating, traveling. He died fulfilling his dream. He had just returned from deer hunting on a private estate in Virginia last week; and was very happy that he bagged a deer the last day, which became Thanksgiving dinner with family. He leaves Elaine, a wonderful wife and companion in all his ventures, and for his three daughters and two grandchildren whom he so loved. Memorial services are pending, but I will inform you as soon as I know. Cards and notes can be sent to the family at: Elaine VanVleck 152 Forest Side San Francisco, CA 94116 With deepest sadness, I send my love and best wishes for a healthy and blessed Christmas season. Paul Mayer 650-357-8957 650-315-8239 pcmayer@comcast.net See Dec 2 Chronicle for Memorial Service Information. John's memorial service planned for: Sunday, Dec. 6 3 p.m. Spinnaker Restaurant 100 Spinnaker Drive Sausalito, CA



Since our last reunion we have lost two loved ones from our class, Jack Henning, father of Brian Henning, and the Honorable John Joseph Conway, husband to classmate Catherine Martin Conway. Their names were added to our list of names for prayers for All Souls during the month of November. Obituaries are below. Please contact IreneDeem@comcast.net to add names to our prayer list. Please join us in praying for classmate Brian Henning and his family on the loss of his father John F. "Jack" Henning, who passed away June 4, 2009.
John F. "Jack" Henning Age 93, of San Francisco, died peacefully at home on June 4, 2009. Born in San Francisco on November 22, 1915, he was the son of William and Lulu Henning. He was preceded in death by his wife Marguerite "Betty", his sister Mary, his brothers William and Robert, and his grandson Robert. Jack Henning is survived by his seven children, twelve grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. The children are John, Jr. (and wife Cathy), Brian (and wife Rosalind), Patrick (and wife Gina), Nancy (and husband John Goulde), Daniel (and wife Susan), Thomas (and wife Leslie), and Mary. The grandchildren are John III, Edward, Brian, Jr. (and wife Rebecca), William, Patrick, Jr. (and wife Jennifer), Erin, Michael, Theresa (and husband Michael Messonnier), Claire, Katherine, Matthew, and Kaitlin. The great-grandchildren are Brian, Jaxon, Dashiell, Chloe, Joseph. and Cameron. An iconic labor leader, Mr. Henning was a longtime figure in the American Labor Movement, and led the California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, for 26 years. He retired in 1996. He was appointed Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations in 1959 by Governor "Pat" Brown, U.S. He was named Under Secretary of Labor in 1962 by President Kennedy, and U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand in 1967 by President Johnson. Among many other honors, Mr. Henning was a former Regent of the University of California, a Regent of Lone Mountain College. San Francisco, and a Member of the Board of Trustees at St. Mary's College in Moraga. In addition, Mr. Henning was the recipient of 3 honorary doctorate degrees from St. Anselm's College, New Hampshire, St. Bonaventure University, New York; and St. Mary's College, California. Mr. Hemming was the recipient of the 1986 Ellis Island Medal of Honor and a Knight of Malta. In addition to his career in the Labor Movement and public service, Mr. Henning had a strong passion for issues related to Ireland and Israel. Jack Henning had a great love and passion for Ireland's culture, history, and struggle for freedom. Jack co-founded the Irish Literary and Historical Society in 1945, and the United Irish Cultural Center in 1971, both of which still flourish today. He also gave his time and support to the creation of the State of Israel having joined Histadrut in 1938. This continued support over the years earned him honors from Israel's government and many Jewish organizations, including the Torch of Liberty Award from the Anti-Defamation League; and, in 1969 Prime Minister Golda Meir presented Jack with the Medal of Honor of the State of Israel for his life-long dedication to Zionism and the formation of the State of Israel. At the time he was only the second American to receive this award. Friends are welcome for Visitation on Thursday, June 11th, from 2-4 pm, at McAvoy O'Hara Evergreen Mortuary (Geary Boulevard at 10th Avenue); the Rosary will be recited at 4 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 12th, at 1:30 pm at The Cathedral of St. Mary, 1111 Gough Street (at Geary). Interment will be conducted at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma on Saturday, June 13th, at 11 am. McAvoy-O'Hara Co. (415) 668-0077

Honorable John Joseph Conway November 2, 1939 - October 2, 2008 A loving husband and father, John Joseph Conway passed away peacefully on October 2nd from complications of a stroke suffered on July 20th, 2008. His wife of 41 years, Catherine, and his sons, John and Timothy, were by his side. He is deeply missed by his wife and seven children: Catherine Anne (David Diepenbrock), John, Theresa (Keith Sanford), Robert, Timothy, Kevin and Brian. His terrific hugs and mandatory kisses will be missed by his grandchildren: Tadhge Conway, Maeve, Celeste and Rowan Diepenbrock, and Dylan and Colt Sanford. He was a father figure to many others, including his godson Malik Looper, Arthur Amador, Zack Clark, John and Siobhan Hayes, Julie Lynn and the Martinez family. Born in Minneapolis, John was the youngest of the four sons of Loretta M. and Edward F. Conway, both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by his two brothers, Edward (Marie) of Fairfax, VA, and Pat (Connie) of Gurnee, IL, and his sister-in-law, Dina of Banning, CA. He was predeceased by his brother, Steve. A retired captain of the U.S. Marine Corps ('62-'67), he served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon his return, he met his adoring wife at the Officers' Club on Treasure Island. A graduate of DePaul University and Lincoln Law School, he practiced law as a partner of O'Brien, Hammond & Conway; managing attorney of Conway, Brass & Luttringer, and an associate at the Law Office of Edward Schrenk. As a respected lawyer, John was recognized with a Pro Bono Legal Services Commendation from the California State Bar Board of Governors and Oustanding Pro Bono Attorney Award from the Bar Association of San Francisco Volunteer Legal Services. Next to his children, his proudest achievement was his appointment to the bench in 1992, where served the City and County of San Francisco as a Municipal and Superior Court judge for 15 years. During his tenure, John was awarded the Trial Judge of the Year Award in 1997 by the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association. Famous for his warm and even-handed courtroom demeanor, he enjoyed the camaraderie of his fellow judges, attorneys, bailiffs, and jurors alike. Like his favorite musician Carlos Santana, John was a proud resident of the Mission District. He was a parishioner at St. James Church for over 41 years where he served as lector and as volunteer with the Bingo Club. John enjoyed hiking, fishing, boating, gardening, reading, and traveling the globe. He particularly enjoyed cycling around San Francisco and long rides alongside his sons and grandson, Tadhge. Never one to miss a party, he looked forward to his Thursday night dinners with his close friends at the Granada and the Dr's restaurants. We would like to thank our wonderful extended family and friends who have supported us: the Akmese Family, the Hennessy Family, the Clark Family, The Martin Families, Ellie Cannon, Keri Hein, Blanca Aguirre, Miranda Leibowitz, Aileen Brady. We are extremely grateful to our dear priest friends: Fr. Jack O'Neill, Fr. Joe Walsh, Fr. Foley, Fr. Cleary and Fr. Filice, as well as many others. We deeply appreciate the loving care provided by Dr. Waters, Dr. Doherty and the staff at Kentfield Rehabilitation Hospital. Friends may visit at 6 pm at St. James Church on Thursday, October 9th, with Rosary to follow at 7:30 pm. A celebration of Funeral Mass will be at 10 am on Friday, October 10th, with Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Reception to follow at the United Irish Cultural Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to United For Life, PO Box 590713, SF; St. James Church & School, 1086 Guerrero Street, SF; and DeMarillac School, 175 Golden Gate Ave, SF.


NEWS: SISTER ADELE CELEBRATED HER 70TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2009



Music: STAR OF THE COUNTY DOWN, traditional Irish tune, played by CHRIS CARNEY, www.carenyscorner.com.

Born in Canada, Sister Mary Adele was impressed by the CSJ Community when she attended the original Mt. St. Mary's College on Slauson Avenue. One of thirteen members of her family to embrace religious life, she was "taken by the hospitality, spirituality and friendliness of the sisters." As a CSJ, Sister embarked on a thirty-year ministry in education and school administration. Returning to Canada to care for her elderly parents, the next twenty years were with the Archdiocese of Vancouver and Kamloops where she opened the Religious Education Office, served on the Shushwap Indian Reserve and established Diocesan Archives. She published a book on the first 50 years of the Diocese of Kamloops and in 1996 she wa awarded the Benemerente Medal by Pope Jhon Paul II for meritorious service as a religious. Now living at Carondelet Center, she rejoices in all the challenges of her ministry and enjoys a retirement that provides time for prayer and liesure activities. Photos and text reproduced with permission from the CSJ Development Office Photos below from Paul Mayer. Cookie, Sue and Paul attended and had a wonderful time! Thank you for representing the Class of 1958 for Sister Adele and thanks Paul for the great shots!
















PROVINCIAL TEAM LETTER Dear Sisters, Associates and Friends, Many people have touched my life—each one added a new thread to the design of the tapestry of my life ... These words from one of our jubilarians reflect how she has been transformed by the "dear neighbor." As you read the other jubilarians' reflections you will see this theme repeated: how the "stranger" becomes the "dear neighbor." Each is a story of transformation. Historically speaking, concern for the "dear neighbor with out distinction" was born amid the deplorable living conditions of the people of France in the 1600's. Everyone was afraid of the "stranger"—mostly soldiers wandering around during and after the 30 Years' War. These men were hungy, carried disease, raped and stole. No one wanted to have anything to do with them and they were shunned. The war created groups of persons who became alienated from the general society. The common people of France were chronically hungry which made them irritable, cranky and slow to look for solutions. Their doors were closed to the stranger, who often was actually the neighbor—but without the "dear." So when Father Medaille wrote of the "dear neighbor" he challenged the Daughters of St. Joseph to look to the poor, the transients, the homeless, the victims of conflict, women widowed by war, and orphans and to see them not as strangers but as neighbors. He suggested loving the neighbor without distinction and called them "dear" as our God does. It truly was a novel and counter-cultural idea. We hear about "strangers" all around us every time we pick up a newspaper, listen to the news, or hear stories from our families and friends. As you read the following reflections from the Jubilarians you will see how they have been transformed over the years when the "stranger" became for them the "dear neighbor." Hopefully, you will also see that not only the sisters, but you, our donors and benefactors participate in this mystery of transformation by partnering with us in serving the dear neighbor. We are honored to have 34 jubilarians this year, including three from Hawaii, one from Japan and one from Peru. In addition, we have one associate who is celebrating 25 year. With heartfelt gratitude we celebrate this time of jubilee as well as the 175th anniversary of the arrival of the first Sisters of St. Joseph in the United States. We thank you for your prayers, your partnership and your financial support that make it possible for us to continue together to attend to the needs of the dear neighbor now and into the future. Barbara Anne, Theresa and Sandra—CSJ Futures, Spring 2011
For complete PDF of this publication visit http://www.csjla.org/files/csjca/files/FUTURES.pdf

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