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6th Annual FALCON 5K

     Despite a threat of rain and a chill in the air, our 74 participants got off to a running start at exactly 9 AM on May 12.  Our first place finisher, Michael Daigeaun, crossed the line in record setting time of 16:38.  The clock says 16:40 but he was well past the line by the time our photographer snapped the picture.

     Our new champion, Michael Daigeaun, accepts his gold medal from President Ed White, '55.  Michael's time (16:38) bested the old record set in 2004 by 15 seconds.  Finishing second with a time of 17:19 was the former record holder Rob Jones, shown receiving a silver medal from Ed White.  Third place and the bronze medal went to Ryan Osborn, '01, with a time of 20:16.  Event Chairman Pat McNally, '82, oversees the proceedings from a lofty vantage point.

     President White presents the gold medal in the women's division to Lysa Jones.  Her time was 26:27.  The silver medalist and Ed have something in common - his son Ed, Jr.  His daughter-in-law, Beth's time was 27:26.  Third place and bronze medal was awarded to Maureen Lamb who finished in 28:03.  Once again, Pat McNally watches closely.

79th Annual Communion Breakfast

     The Class of '57 celebrating their Golden Anniversary pose for our photographer prior to the beginning of Mass.  Father Daniel Kelly, '57, was the principal celebrant of the Mass concelebrated at the Cathedral Basilica of SS Peter & Paul.  Concelebrating were Fathers Francis X. McKee, '57, John P. Spellman, OSFS, '56, Vincent E. Smith, OSFS, '74, and Deacon Ross W. Beighley, '57.

     President Edward J. White, '55 conducted our annual General Membership meeting prior to Breakfast and after the meal brought those in attendance up-to-date on the Association and its plans for the future.  Our Chaplain, Father Neil Kilty, OSFS, '59, was, as usual, brief and concise in his remarks.  He did double duty this year filling in for the Oblates new Provincial, Father James Greenfield, OSFS, he accepted a check from the Association in the amount of $2,625 for the Oblate Missions, and thanked those present for their generosity over the years to the Oblates.

     Members of the Class of 1962 relax prior to Breakfast being served.

    John Barnes, '89, Alumni 3rd VP, did an excellent job filling in as Toastmaster for John Doman, '62.  North's President, Stan Witalec, '66, provided us with an interesting and informative talk on the state of the school.  Don Tollefson, Fox 29's Sports Anchor, accepted our annual Outstanding Achievement Award and delivered an inspiring talk on the youth of today.

     President White receives a check in the amount of $1900 from Class Rep Larry Keefe, '57 on behalf of the Golden Anniversary Class for the Scholarship Fund.  He also received a check in the amount of $250 for the Scholarship Fund from Class Rep Frank Devinney, '42 whose Class is celebrating their 65th Anniversary.

     President White presents Don Tollefson with a plaque honoring him for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Community Service."  Our Executive Board poses for their annual picture - seated (l. to r.) 4th VP Brian Darreff, '74; 3rd VP John Barnes, '89; President Edward White, '55; and 2nd VP Hank Stahl, '66.  Standing (l. to r.) Historian Anthony Colletta, '72; 2nd Ass't. Treasurer Jeffrey Brown, '79; 1st Ass't. Treasurer John Hanejko, '65; Secretary John Handley, '58; Executive Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Knobbs, '53; and Ass't. Secretary Robert Woltjen, '83.  Missing from the photo, due to illness, was 1st VP John Musial, '63

Old Timers' Reunion Hosts Classes of '29 to '47

     Ray Lorenz, '47 (far right) and friends pose for our photographer.  Frank Salerno, '33, our oldest alumnus in attendance proves he can still trip the light fantastic and he and his date left early because they had to head to South Philly and their regular Wednesday night dance.

     Frank Salerno, '33 and his tablemates (l. to r.), Walt O'Donnell, '41, unknown, Norm Campion, '43, and Frank Macario, '43, congratulate Chairman Ron Fanning, '39 on a well run event.  The Class of '47, led by Class Reps John Malone (l.) and Mike Donofrio (head shot on right), was well represented with 16 men in attendance.

     John McFadden, '34 (2nd from left) and friends.  The130 in attendance enjoyed their lunch and an afternoon reminiscing with friends.

     Among the alumni at this table were Jim Dougherty, '36 (far left), Ed McCormick, '43, and George Cole, '38.  Ed McCormick, '43, and Vito Parisi, '42, and their ladies took a spin around the dance floor to music of the Ken Novak combo.

     Pictured at this table are Betty and Bud DiGiacomo, '44, and deeply engrossed in conversation, Dan Holland, '43, and Frank Jaskowiak, '43.  Our apologies to the first couple as they are unknown to us.  Smiling proudly for the camera are Joe Shickling, '45, and Class Rep Walt Coughlin, '46.

Falcons Flock to Turkey Bowl Rally

     A crowd gathers at the bar to watch the Eagles beat the Dolphins which despite our efforts was not a precursor of things to come.  Some Board members and friends pose for our photographer.  Starting third from the left John Handley, '58, Steve Cardullo, '72, Tom McAvoy, '59, and Ray Rysak, '66.

     John Hanejko, '65 (2nd from left - partially blocked by a comedian from Fr. Judge), his wife Joyce, son Chris (Ryan) and a guest from Dougherty enjoyed their afternoon.  The Devine clan headed by Jack, '69, (far right) solves the problems of the world.

     Tom Joyce, '69, (far right) and friends are overwhelmed by the Eagles victory; looking on are Lou Szojka, '74 and his wife, Linda.  Two of the oldest Falcons in attendance, Walt Coughlin, '46, and Ron Fanning, '39, discuss plans for the upcoming Old Timers Reunion.

     Hamming it up for the photographer are (l. to r.) Kathy Coleman-Knobbs, Megan Moyer, "J. J." Gingrich, and Andy Macready.  The handsome fellow on the right is "Stosh" Quinn, '66.

     Not exactly the Rally but the actual Turkey Bowl.  Falcon Coach Charlie Szydlik (6th from left) and his staff pose prior to the kick-off which saw the Pioneers defeat North  42-14.  Despite the loss, the Class of '66 celebrates at the Annual Tailgate Party.  The Class is led by Class Reps Hank Stahl (center with crutches) and Ray Rysak (5th from the left).

Cruise to Hawaii

    Five couples spent an enjoyable 15 days aboard the Diamond Princess traversing the Pacific from Los Angeles to the Hawaiian Islands and back.  They are pictured at the Captain's formal dinner:  The ladies (l. to r.) Lauren Knobbs, Mary Knobbs, Barbara Knobbs, Pat Fritz, and Joyce Hanejko.  The gentlemen:  Ray Knobbs, Len Knobbs, Jr., Len Knobbs, Sr., '53, John Stapleton, '48, and John Hanejko, '65.  On another evening at sea, the Knobbs' clan (Ray, Mary, Lauren, Barbara, and Len, Sr.) relax at one of their favorite bars - Len, Jr. was the photographer.

Falcons Enjoy Fun in the Sun in Wildwood

     On the afternoon of August 4, over 700 alumni and friends gathered at Lighthouse Pointe in Wildwood for our 11th Annual celebration of summer.  One of senior alums, George Cole, '38 is joined by his sons, George, '70 and John, '74 for some fun in the sun...and sunny it was, and hot but it didn't deter the crowd.  Seated (l to r) facing the camera are Joe Mulawka, '51, Jack Higgins, '51, and Joe Dunn, '54 - Andy Trainer, '52 is sitting side saddle.

     North's Principal, Father Nick Waseline, OSFS, and Vice Principal for Student Affairs, Diane Casey spent an enjoyable afternoon with former students.  Father Vince Smith, OSFS, '74, North's President and our Chaplain, Father Neil Kilty, OSFS, '59, were obviously enjoying themselves.

     Bill Shouldis, '67, Jim Whalen, '67, and friend pose for the camera.  An unidentified alumnus and John Shimp, '97 ham it up for the photographer.

    Jack McGuigan, '49, and friends had a great time.  The alumnus in the center with the green shirt appears on our site for the third year in a row.  He must know someone important.  The door prize was captured by Mark Transue, '81 and the special prizes were won by Charles Madle, Dave Russell, '56, and Joe Siwinski, '59.

17th Annual Golf Classic at North Hills C.C.

     Walt Rider, '56, looks longingly at his putt.  While close, it wasn't good enough to win the $500 prize which was captured by Bob Hansen.  Watching closely are John McShane, Walt Lucenko, Joe Dunn, '54, Tom McAvoy, '59, and Joe Mulcahy, '56.  Posing for a photo op on the 3rd tee is the group representing Gold Sponsor Fairmount Pharmacy - Bob Woltjen, '83, Tom Woltjen, '77, Bill Woltjen, '82, and Jerry Volgraf, '81.

     Enjoying a relaxing drink before dinner is the foursome sponsored by Gold Sponsor Laurence T. Crossan & Company (foreground l to r) Tony Biello, '55, Joe Herzog, '54, Larry Crossan, '57, and Fred Rizzo, '55.  In the rear, partially hidden are (l to r) Jack Higgins, '51, Jack, Jr., and Joe Zeleznock.  The right hand photo features the Devine Boys - Jim, '76, Bob, '73, Kevin, '75, and Jack, '69.

     Bob Woltjen, '83, representing Corporate Sponsor, Mick's Inn, who underwrote the Golf carts and the refreshments on the course is recognized at the Awards Dinner by Golf Classic Chairman John Barnes, '89.  In the background, John Barnes introduces our winning foursome with a score of 60 to the crowd at dinner.  They are (l to r) Bob Hansen, Bart Sparango, Rick Seiler, and Dominic DiSandro, '57.

    Father Vince Smith, OSFS, '74, North's President and Mike McCarron, '84, Development Director, accept an award from John Barnes acknowledging the school as a Gold Sponsor.  Barnes and Mike Reilly, '60 smile for the camera as Mike receives an award recognizing the Reilly Funeral Home as a Gold Sponsor.  Alliance Energy's Frank Taylor, Jr. accepts a Gold Sponsor Award from Chairman Barnes.

     Our low net Champions were representing M. F. Malone Construction Management who made history as our first Double Gold Sponsor.  The team (l to r) is Matt Malone, Colin Malone, our Chairman, Sam Rizzo, '76, and Mike McCool.  Chairman Barnes and John Reedy, '57 of Gold Sponsor Reedy's Tavern.  Once again, Mr. Barnes and Joe Slabinski IV representing perennial Gold Sponsor Slabinski & Sucharski Funeral Homes.  Our list of Gold Sponsors also included A & W Pharmacy, Baj Funeral Home, Jim Meehan, '67, McCafferty-Sweeney Funeral Home, and Tri-State HVAC Equipment Co.  Our lone Silver Sponsor this year was Port Richmond Savings.  As usual, the Alumni Board of Governors chipped in to form a corporate sponsorship to underwrite the gifts given to each golfer.  We would like to give special recognition to Pete D'Andrea who won the Big Board prize of $1500 and immediately donated it to the Scholarship Fund.

Northeast Catholic Alumni Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc.

     Each year, the Board of Trustees award $225,000 in tuition assistance grants to forty incoming Freshmen at Northeast Catholic High School.  This year, the grants were awarded to the following young men.

$10,000 Grants

Shawn Devlin, Holy Innocents, 4027 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Adam Jimenez, Visitation B. V. M., 4133 "I" Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Quan Lam, Holy Innocents, 4055 "K" Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Armando Portillo, Visitation B. V. M., 4714 "D" Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Robert Dunphy, John Paul II, 2748 Pratt Street, Philadelphia, PA 19137