Found peace on May 24, 2020 at the age of 66. Loving sister of Janice (James) Wilkins, Jo-Anne (the late Jay) Lessing, and the late Craig (Barbara) Barczak. Dear aunt of Christopher (Elizabeth) Barczak and Jennifer Barczak. Preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Gloria Barczak. Further survived by other loved relatives and many friends. Back in 2008, Cheryl retired from her position on the professional staff of the Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association. She had been with MTEA for 28 years. She now owns two gift stores in the Milwaukee area--The Gift Box and A Sweet Life at 7629 & 7633 West Beloit Road. She has also opened a doggie day care facility--It's A Dog Life at 4501 South 76th Street. I wish I had half her ambition! (PHS '72) Picture 2008 (Sept 2008/March 2022)

Gary was killed in a car crash on August 13, 2013 at the intersection of 27th and Howard, less than a mile from his lifelong home. Fox News Story on Accident Gary retired from the City of Milwaukee in early 2009. He was living in the same house that he did when he attended OLQP and was one of the Saturday regulars at OLQP Church, where he occasionally would see Ed Fons. A graduate of Boy's Tech, Gary attended MSOE and was happily single. I doubt if Gary would have liked long walks on the beach because he was just not that kind of guy. Does everyone know that Gary is year older than the rest of us? His birthday was so late in the year that he had to wait until the next year to start. Always thought he'd live to be a 100 as he was always active with softball and bowling. Guess I was wrong. Sadly, he is missed. (2023)

Diane Spott still exchanges Christmas cards with Sandra and provided the following information. Sandra is married to James Anthony Cottrill; has 2 sons, Richard J.(28) and Anthony J. (29); and is an Administrative Specialist with Milwaukee County. They live in the Greenfield area, and it appears that husband James is a Hamilton graduate, Class of 1974. Sandra can be found on Facebook. Sadly, her father Robert passed on April 18, 2012 at the age of 86. Our condolences on her loss. (April 2012/December 2023)

From the St. Bernard Parish Web Site: I joined the staff of St. Bernard as Parish Secretary in May 2011. Prior to this position I was a Customer Service representative in special projects at Reiman Publications (Readers Digest) for 15 years. Before that I worked at Geiser's Potato Chip Company ("Be wiser buy Geiser's") for 20 years, starting in the packaging factory and ending in accounts receivable and receptionist. After Geiser's was bought out by Borden's, the production plant was closed and later the offices were also closed. I was born in Escanaba, Michigan and my mom, 2 sisters, and brother, and I moved to Milwaukee after the death of my dad when I was 13. I currently live in the house my grandparents had built in the early 50's on Milwaukee's south side. I went to Pulaski High School and have been an active parish member of Blessed Sacrament for many years. I love working at St. Bernard and feel very at home here, mostly because of many of the members I have come to know and care about. Current Picture (Claudia and I shared a Driver's Ed. car at Pulaski. Claudia lost her mom and two sisters in just a few short years. I had worked at Gimbel's with her sister, Susan, who unfortunately died at the age of 48.) (PHS '72)(October 2015/December 2023)

Everybody likes a story, and Henry certainly has one. Henry is a lawyer just like dad. Henry's wife is named Lidia, and she works as a realtor in Greenfield. They live in Muskego and attend St. Leonard Congregation in Muskego. (I wonder if the boys went there for grade school?) They have two children--Thomas, age 27, and Philip, age 23. Thomas graduated from The United States Military Academy in 2010 and majored in Chemical Engineering. (I am impressed.) He is currently stationed at Fort Drum as a Battalion Logistics Officer. Philip is a Loyola grad and is also in the US Army stationed at Fort Rucker in Alabama. I wonder if he is in pilot training? Phil can be found on Facebook. This information all came from public records on the Internet and may be subject to error. (April 2015/December 2023)

Mark A. Hudy, Found peace, Tuesday, November 15, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. Age 57. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Harling) for 22 years. Loving son of Margaret and Richard. Brother of Elaine (Scott) Mau. Godfather of Mackenna. Son-in-law of Joyce Harling. Brother-in-law of David (Susan) and Brian (the late Kathy) Harling. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Saturday, November 19, 10AM-12PM. Funeral Service 12 noon. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice . Mark was an employee of Aurora St. Luke Medical Center For 24 years. The family would like to thank Zilber Family Hospice for all their care and support at this time. Mark had been living in his parent's old house on 23rd Street. His spouse's name is Lois. Mark is a grad of Pulaski High School. (2011)

"Actually you have the right guy. As an update I am living in Waukesha with my wife of 26 years, Mary. We have three children, Kristin, Jon and Peter. I am the VP of Administration for the Oberlin Filter Company, an industrial filtration equipment manufacturer, with plants in Waukesha, England and Germany. I am currently a Trustee for St. Mary's Catholic Church in Waukesha and I also serve on the Board of Zoning Appeals for the City of Waukesha. My main passion right now is golf. Thanks for the update! Mike Ignatowski Class of 1968" (August 25, 2008)

Last spotted at Pulaski High School in 1971, Patricia does not appear in the 1972 Pulaski Cavalier yearbook. I wonder what ever happened to her? Well, wonder no more as Patricia has been located and is living in Menomonee Falls with husband Tom Berg. She has at least one son named Jason who recently married or is about to. There is some indication that her family possibly moved to South Milwaukee prior to her senior year in high school. We now have pictures:1 2 (June 2011/December 2023)

A big thanks to Paul for the following update: I lived in Milwaukee, Pewaukee and Oak Creek, WI for 54 years except when I attended and graduated from UW-Platteville and for two years when I tried to start a business in the Chicago area. I lost one brother, James P. Kaye, OLQP 1966, Pio Nono 1970, in July 2001. James died in his sleep from a brain aneurism. Without exception the most significant, life changing event for me was when I became a Christian, Born Again in the Spirit, in February of 2000 as a result of reading the Bible. As it has for many others, this Rebirth and Salvation experience permanently changed my thoughts, behaviors and my way of life. It has given me lasting, inner peace and joy regardless of my external circumstances. My only regret is that this did not happen earlier in life. I have since read and taught numerous Bible Studies over the years and I hope to perhaps pursue graduate studies in Theology. I married a Christian woman, Lina Song, in July 2008. Lina was born and lived in Shang Hai China until she and her family moved to the United States in 1992. We relocated to Tampa, FL in June 2009 where I am still employed by a large, international bank and Lina works in retail. I have two adult children, son Andrew 27 and daughter Jennifer 24, from a prior marriage and one adult step-daughter Deborah, 31 who had a baby boy Kyle born February 14, 2014 Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3 (Pio Nono 72)(May 2010)

Other OLQP Contacts:
I have been in contact my whole life with Lawrence Graf who resides in Warrens, WI (Cranberry Land). Lawrence pursued his desire to live in the country to hunt, fish and grow gardens and built a large Cedar Home on 40 acres of land. While Larry and my lifestyles are completely opposite, country vs city living, we share a much stronger, more eternal, bond in that he also is a Born Again Christian who reads and studies the Bible. We still communicate regularly and enjoy sharing our continuous growth and knowledge in the Lord. James Miazga and I were the only two OLQP graduates who attended and graduated from Pio Nono High School in 1972. I had seen James at Pio Nono HS Reunions in 1997 and 2002. James remained single, but sadly passed away on March 24, 2012. At that time he was still residing in his parents house on Lakefield Drive in Milwaukee. I interacted with my First Grade Teacher, Sister Charlene (later Sister "Mary") from 1991 to 1995 when she was on staff at St. James Catholic Parish in Franklin, WI. Ironically, this prompted an attempt on my part to try to organize a 25 year OLQP Reunion which did not materialize mostly due to a lack of interest. Sister Mary (Charlene) retired from ministry at St. James shortly after I left in 1995 and I lost contact with her. Patrick Lynch had also resided in Tampa, FL since about 1978. I met and visited with Pat late in December 2014 upon learning that he was in the final stages of a cancer that he was battling for about 8 years. Pat was in very good spirits, still had his quick wit, and even had the original copy of his Marian Children's Missal which was one of our First Communion keepsakes from OLQP. Sadly, Patrick did succumb to his illness and passed away on March 13, 2015. Patrick's Obituary" I was able to attend a Celebration Event for Pat here in Tampa which was attended by his siblings and other family members from the north and his numerous friends here in Tampa. Suffice to say, he will be missed by many. (May 2010/September 2015)

Mary Clare Leiskau Reiter is a 1972 graduate of Mercy High School and a 1978 graduate of Mt. Mary College in Milwaukee. If my research is correct, she is a registered dietician and recently retired after 29 years at Blessed Hospital in Quincy, IL. According to the Mt. Mary College alumni news, she is working as a private consultant. Mary can be found on Facebook. Her son recently earned his Army Wings. Family Pic (November 2011).

Enjoyed the site--many memories from those early days. I have been married to Leonard since 1982, we have 5 children: Adam (27), graduated from Bradley U and is mechanical engineer in Chicago-he recently married Casey London; Holly is 25, married to Tony for 4 years. She graduated from Culver Stockten College in Canton, MO, masters from Western Illinois U-teaches at local community college and CSC. Alex (22) graduated from US milatary Academy in West Point, NY- he is now in AL-training to be army helicopter Pilot, Austin is 20, and junior at WIU, studying Zoology and Aaron (19) is a freshman at WIU, studying Business. At home are I have 3 beagles and a cat to take care of. My mom died in 1976 and my dad just died this July (2010). I am on facebook -- friend me. (September 2010)

I lost Leonard in Oct. 2016 ( heart attack) I now have 5 grandsons, Asher, Levi, Jude, Graham and Owen. (November 2019)

Frank Lenarchich
June 2, 1954 - December 14, 2023

An email from James's son Andrew rightfully requested a correction to the information previously reported here. James is "currently living in Omaha, Nebraska. He's Safety Director for Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs. And yes, is still doing music." Jim recently sent the following update: My son (born in Calcutta, India and adopted 5 months later) just turned 21 years old and will be majoring in Elementary Education. My daughter (born in South Korea, and adopted 5 months later) just turned 16. I am a volunteer with the Medical Reserve Corps - got to help the Omaha Fire Department with first aid at the 2009 College World Series and helped assess the first wave of Hurricane Katrina evacuees who came to Omaha in 2005. (July 2009)

Born to Eternal Life unexpectedly March 24, 2012, at the age of 57 years. Beloved son of both the late Michael and Irene. Dear brother of Mark (Susan), Philip (Jean), Thomas and the late Susan. Loving uncle of the late Katie, David, Grace (Adam) Chaffey, Eric and John. Further survived by other relatives and friends. The family will receive relatives and friends for a Memorial Gathering Sat., March 31, from 10:00-11:00 AM at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHURCH, 3222 S. 29th St. Private Inurnment at a later date. (Pio Nono 72)(March 2012)

Barb Michalak is a Speech Pathologist at Willow Springs in the Hamilton School District and received the Hamilton Education Foundation's "Class Act" Tribute in October 2010. Bill, a guidance counselor for the same district, retired in May 2011 after 28 years. A Pulaski High school grad, Barb also attended UW-Oshkosh with Del Szewczuga and Ellen Meka. In this November 2011 article, Barb was was named the Wisconsin Early Childhood Special Education Teacher of the Year by the Wisconsin Division for Early Childhood. A very recent picture from that same article. (November 2011)

Doug is an accomplished quality expert with years of experience in food production as well as numerous books to his credit. He is an ASQ certified Six-Sigma Black Belt, and it don't get no better than that. Doug is currently the Director of Quality Assurance at Barry Callebaut in the Philadelphia area, and he can be found on LinkedIn. Google his name to be really impressed. A 2002 reference suggests that he was living in the Milwaukee area at that time with wife Cindy. A picture from his LinkedIn page. How can he look so good???.(PHS '72) (February 2013)

Kathleen is a noted Inhalation Therapist and Registered Nurse working at Children's Hospital in Milwaukee. She is married to John E. Geiger (Pius, Class of 1969), a financial planner, and living in Whitefish Bay. They have two sons. Son, Jack, is in his first year at Brown University playing football after being All-State at Marquette University High School. Kathy, a graduate of St. Mary's Academy, still gets together with Cindy Morrissey for the odd Bon Jovi concert. (2004/2008)

Peter Papia
February 13, 1954 ~ February 18, 2024

Surprise, surprise--Mark is a Partner and Vice President of Sales for Poblocki Sign in West Allis. He has been described as "filthy rich." I am thoroughly jealous. After 75 years, the company is no longer headed by a Poblocki, and another site indicates the company has been sold. A recent visit to the company's slick web site left me thinking that it really lacked any color, but the signs they create are clearly dazzling. Nice sign, too bad about the web site? (2008)

"Sue held the position of sales manager for 28 years and traveled extensively with Miller Brewing Company. She currently is an account manager with a technology firm in Mequon. Sue is on the board for the LFOA (Lakefront Festival of Arts) and enjoys spending time playing golf, tennis, and sketching. She resides in Greenfield with her significant other, Bill." Thanks for the update Sue. She's promised us a picture soon, too. (March 2011)

Piacentine, Kathy M. (Nee Rahn) June 24, 1954 - May 11, 2009, Age 54 years, after a 5 year courageous battle with cancer. Loving mother of Nicole (fiance Brett Willoughby) Piacentine. Loving grandma of Faith and Francisco Jr. Dearest daughter of Virginia and the late Melvin Rahn. Beloved sister of Janet (John) Maciolek. Also survived by other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Thursday, May 14, 4-8 PM. Visitation also Friday, May 15, 10-10:30 AM at ST. ALEXANDER CHURCH, 1568 W. Holt Ave., Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment at St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are appreciated. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 So. Howell Ave.
Kathy was part of the Pulaski High School Class of 1972. (January 2010)

Ron Ronald was born on March 10, 1954 and passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2018. More details are here: Obituary

"I have been at Poblocki signs(Sales) for 28 years and have been married to a St Marys girl for 34 years (Debbie Gavin/Rogahn). We make our home in the Town of Vernon which is between Big Bend and Waukesha. I have three grown children, Adam (29), Brooke (27) and Jamie Lynn (24). I have two granddaughters, Kendall age 3 and Aubree age 1. I have attached a photo of Aubree sitting in my lap. I occasionally run into Jimmy Miazga, Al Singer and Eddie Zemlak and still share a birthday with Cindy Guss/ Morrissey. Mark Poblocki is still partial owner of Poblocki Sign Co." Ron is a 1972 grad of Don Bosco, a class that includes Mark Poblocki and Cindy Morrissey's husband, Dave Guss. It's all coming together now. His LinkedIn profile is now indicating that he is living in Minnesota and still works for Poblocki Sign. (February 2013)

Suzanne passed away in May 2014. In her obituary, she wote the following: "I was born February 27, 1954 to the late Stanley J. and Emerence L. Sajdak. Survived by my truly wonderful husband Gregory, precious daughter Crystalyn Leonard (Zachary). I worked alongside my dear brother James (Susan) Sajdak for 33 years at Stan's Fit For Your Feet. Further survived by beloved nephews and niece, Andy (Natalie), David (Vesper), Megan, and Ben (Paula) Sajdak, in-laws Brian and Jane Leonard, and other relatives. Special mention to my dear friends Eileen and Jeff Depka, Jeanne and Don Lovas, and Sandy and Bob Grosz for their friendship and kindness to me. I've enjoyed painting, decorating for the holidays, entertaining, bird watching, meteorology, and Door County. I took great pride in making my house a home. Special thanks to Dr. Ben George and the wonderful staffs at Froedtert Cancer Center and VITAS Hospice. Visitation Thurs., May 8, 2014 from 4:30 PM until the time of the Funeral Mass at 7:00 PM at St. Alphonsus, 6060 W. Loomis Rd. Greendale. Private Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to Make-A-Wish, Pius XI Art Department, or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. "I will wrap my love around you like a hug. Please don't be sad, be happy for the good times we had. I love you all." ~ Sue

I had received an email from Suzanne back in 2009. I never knew that her dad, Stan, owned and operated Stan's Bootery on 27th Street. Her brother Jim n now operates the company under the name 'Stan's Fit for Your Feet' with 5 stores around the city. Suzanne was in charge of the HR division. Here's a link to Stan's 2006 obituary, which talks about the business. Daughter Crystalyn is a Marquette grad in Education. (February 2009/May 2014)

Rita lives in Waukesha and works in the health care management sector for Cerner Corporation. (FYI: CHAM stands for Certified Healthcare Access Manager.) Sadly, Rita's husband Jerry, a retired Milwaukee Fire Fighter, died on November 2, 2010. Rita and Jerry had traveled extensively around the United States and have an online blog from their travels: http://www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/Jerry-and-Rita/. Rita has won several awards from her professional organization, The National Association of Healthcare Access Management. (November 2010)

"After high school I graduated from Marquette U in Business in 1976, got married to Joanne Seebruch(Mercy 73) and went to work for Wausau Insurance as a Claims Adjuster. In 1980 I got hired by the Milwaukee Police Department and retired as a Sergeant in 2005. From 1978 to 1992 I was an assistant football coach at Thomas More and Pius High Schools. I also owned a business in Milwaukee called Grand Slam USA, it was an indoor sports and family fun center on Howell Ave. I had the business for 13 years. I am currently working for M&I Bank in security and on weekends I drive for an organ donor procurement company called Areo C are. We have three sons Mike 32, Dave 30 and Nick 25. Mike and Dave live in the San Francisco area and Nick lives in Phoenix. Joanne and I have traveled to Europe the last two summers visiting Ireland, England and France. I have a facebook page under Al Singer. We currently live in Greenfield. In my spare time I work out at the P rinceton club in New Berlin, play golf, and hit the poker tables at Potawatomie. Ron.....yes I still suck at cards and golf." Alan can be found on Facebook. Picture 1 Picture 2 (January 2010)

Diane writes, "I graduated from HS at St. Mary's Academy. Received my BS at UW-Stevens Point in Natural Resources/Environmental Education. MS at University of Idaho in Environmental Interpretation. Worked at nature centers in Wisconsin, Iowa & Philadelphia. Hike Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine in 1983. Married Brian Pillsbury from Vermont in 1986 and lived there for 10 years where our children Clare 19 years, Brendan 17 years and Gemma 14 years were born. Moved to Baraboo, WI in 1997 where my husband who works for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service relocated as a grazing specialist. I worked with gifted & talented student in the Baraboo School District until position was eliminated & now work with Headstart in Baraboo and at Devils Lake State Park during the spring to fall seasons. I am not rich & famous but am enjoying life and watching my kids grow up. I love to camp, hike swim & cross country skiing." (March 2009)

Sadly Claudine lost her husband Jerome "Jerry" Doornek in December of 2022 after 26 years of marriage. Del Szewczuga ran into Claudine when he responded to an emergency call at the facility where she worked, but that was years ago. She has two sons, Ethan & Jason and she's a grandmother to eleven(?). Claudine is/was a case manager with the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services. (Don Bosco 72)(June 2011/May 2024)

Del is married to Rena and has one son, Keith. "Currently, I work for Milwaukee County EMS (23 years). I train all of the Fire Department based paramedics (EMT-P) in Milwaukee County. We work in conjunction with the Medical College of Wisconsin. I am sure that you 'Googled' me and that is how you found out some of the information. You can see that I have published several papers dealing with emergency care of adults and children. I am also involved with research studies on a national level. Maybe that is how you connected me with the Medical College. Our current study is looking at the best way to treat seizures in the out of hospital environment. Hopefully that will be published in two years. As you well know, research takes time. We do a lot of research here and that is why Milwaukee County EMS has been rated the second best EMS system in the country for many years (only Seattle does it better). That accomplishment does not belong to me; it belongs to the paramedics of Milwaukee County. I just teach them how to do their job, they are the ones that have to go out and do it. You can also see that I have also held various positions with the American Heart Association. I am the only RN in the State of Wisconsin to have held the position of National Faculty for Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). If you are in medicine, that's an accomplishment. Usually only MD's are in that position. If you're not in medicine, it doesn't mean much. I have also lectured on EMS topics both nationally and internationally. Ouch! I almost dislocated my shoulder patting myself on the back! Once the applause quiets down I'll continue. I am also a faculty member at Milwaukee Area Technical College where I teach EMS classes. So far, I have not had any of our classmates as a student." A Current Picture (Greenfield HS/UW-Oshkosh) (October 2009)

Deceased (Oct 29, 1954 - May 6, 1990) "Age 35 yrs. Beloved daughter of Robert(Eugenia nee Matuszak) Loving sister of Dale Maria (Allen) Schmidt, Gregory (Drama) Toyek, Maria (Allen) Shain and Michael (Karen) Toyek. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Wed May 9, 1990, 7 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 21st and Mitchell. Visitation at the church 6-7 p.m. Private internment St. Adalbert's Cemetary. Employee of the Milwaukee Police Department." (PHS '72)

Many thanks to Sue Porth who provided not only her own update, but supplied a solid lead to Rick Weber. -- According to his online bio at East High School in the West Bend School District, "Rick holds a Bachelor's Degree with Honors from the Univ. of Wisconsin-Whitewater in Special Education and a Master's Degree from the Univ. of Wisconsin- Milwaukee in School Leadership. He began his career in Education teaching at Oak Knoll and Decorah Schools and then spent 12 years as a Principal for the Mayville School District. He returned to the West Bend Schools and for the past ten years has been teaching at the High School."

Sadly, Rick's wife of 35 years, Jane, passed in September 2010 leaving behind him and their two sons, Andrew and Sam. Andrew is married and lives in North Carolina, while Sam is living the adventurer's life in Brooklyn with his fiancee. Sorry Rick that your picture is so torn up, but here is a Current Picture that's a lot more flattering at our ages. (Unconfirmed) (March 2010)

"Major Al" retired from the United States Air Force in 1997 and now is the witness protection program somewhere in Arizona, or is it New Mexico? He has lived in England, Germany, Texas, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and even Maine. "Bob" has been married to his wife, Dr. Sharon, for 40 years. After completing yet another degree, he worked for far too many years at the University of Utah's Center for High Performance Computing disguised as a Network Engineer.

Alan is a graduate of St.Francis DeSales High School Seminary and the author of this wonderful site. But then you should have guessed that since the web address is his name with a dot-com at the end! While he hopes that none of you remember, Alan was the sole representative of the Class of 1968 to plan on becoming a priest. Whether it was aptitude or inclination, Alan eventually sought another means of bringing people to God--by joining the military. Thanks Alan for that wonderfully refreshing update. You're welcome. And now for something completely different--Current Pictures   (February 2010)

Craig Kelbel and Ron Rogahn have reported that Jeff is in Las Vegas. Ron added that Jeff is associated with the Rio in Las Vegas. I recently received an email from one of our fourth grade teachers Diane Millonzi, and she says that she is still in contact with Jeff's parents who also live in Las Vegas and who at one time owned the only Leon's-like frozen custard stand, Luv-It Frozen Custard, in Las Vegas. (October 2009/December 2023)

An email in 2008 from Ellen confirmed that she is married to Michael, and they live in St. Francis. She is the past president of the St. Francis School Board and has been bluntly quoted in a number of articles in the JSOnline web site. She is retired from teaching at Gateway Tech in Racine at this time. Her Facebook page has no activity since 2015. Barb Michalak indicates that she is still in contact with her. (PHS '72) (2008/December 2023)