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R.I.P. Jacqueline Goutier Francois
    Marline Fry, marlineanne@gmail.com , . My mother Jacqueline Goutier Francois, passed away on 1/21/01 at Jacob Pearl Hospice at Beth Israel Hospital in Lower Manhattan; my maiden name was Marline Francois. We were parishioners until we moved in 1997; we lived at 2805 Pond Place. I was a student at OLR from 1986-1992 (kindergarten to 5th grade) I would appreciate it if you could add her to the wall of deceased parishioners.

R.I.P. Frank J. Arbore Class of 1964
    Anthony M. Arbore barbore@verizon, 04/25/08 I’m sorry to report that my brother, Frank J. Arbore, Class of 1964, passed away on March 3, 2008 in Zurich Switzerland. We lived at 354 East 195 Street. Following graduation from OLR, Frank went to Cardinal Hayes High School. He is a graduate from St. John’s University with a Master’s Degree in Taxation. Frank, my two sisters, MaryAnn and Cecelia and I all attended first thru eighth grades at OLR. Anthony M. Arbore

Class of 1976 - A Reunion
    Mona Eyckmans,  mjeyckmans@ashland.com, 4/24/08 The class of 76' is getting together again this year in early August. Please do your best to find missing classmates and e-mail me at mjeyckmans@ashland.com with their e-mail addresses and a confirmation of your attendance, details to follow.  We are throwing out options on where to have it, so if you have an idea, please pass it along.  It doesn't have to be in the Bronx

Class of 1969 - Looking for Liz O'Hara and Billy Bathe
    Donna Muscolina, Dridze@aol.com , 3/18/08, Hello there. Tried to respond to Billy Bathe regarding a reunion but my mail was rejected.  Am looking for Liz O'Hara or anyone who is in contact with her. I have connected with a few of our classmates and it would be fun to connect to a few more. Please e-mail me at Dridze@aol.com. Hope everyone is well and happy. Donna Muscolina

Class of 1983 Reunion - It's been 25 years!
    Mike McGuire, gabt@optonline.net ,  3/13/08  Where is Everyone? It's been 25 years let's talk reunion! Hi every one my name is Michael McGuire class of 83. It has been 25 years since then the years have gone by fast I notice on the OLR website there is no mention of the 83 class. WHERE IS EVERYONE? My brother Leo and classmates just had there first reunion class of 80 and told me what a great time it was. It made me wonder why not us. I know it is not easy locating every one but I figure lets give it a try. Contact Michael McGuire at gabt@optonline.net

Class of 1978 Reunion - It's been 30 years
    Maureen Skeahan Murray,1088@optonline.net, 2/5/08 Gail Driscoll, Helen Galvin, Kathy Fahy and myself are trying to plan a 30 year reunion for the Class of 78 for this March 15th, 08. We would visit at OLR and go to dinner after. We would like to reserve a place to go, but we need to know who would be interested in coming. We have heard from several that will attend. We need email or contact info for the rest of the class. Please pass on and if interested contact Maureen above. Thirty years is a long time.
              - Gail Driscoll-Silke, the4silkes@aol.com, 1/25, 2/4/08  I am looking forward to seeing you at the 30th Year Reunion of the Class of 1978! We are trying to get together on Saturday, March 15, 2008;  please contact me and thank you all.

Class of 1950 - Looking for fellow graduates of the Class of 1950
    Ann Wallace, acwally13@aol.com, 10/26/07   I graduated from OLR in 1950 and lived at 265 East 194 St when I went to OLR. You posted the graduation picture from 1939 that was my brother, William Wallace’s class. It was wonderful to see it. Do you have my class as well? I know I have it somewhere but have moved at least five times and it’s hard to keep track of things. Hope to hear from fellow classmates. Ann Catherine Wallace

Class of 1941- Would like to contact any '41 OLR graduates.
    Geraldine Barton, geraldinebarton@worldnet.att.net , 10/10/07  I am Geraldine Ceroni Barton a published poet pen name Geri Barton -- I attribute my love of poetry to Miss Conness, (not sure of spelling), who taught us at OLR, as well as Miss Hershey art teacher on Fridays, and Mrs. Breheny, Music teacher (her son Joseph also was in my brother's (Robert Ceroni, Jan. '42) class. I am anxious to connect with others in my class -- what is the best way to do this? I am grateful and looking forward to your response. Abundant love, Geri Ceroni Barton
        10/25/07    Geri Barton here (Geraldine Ceroni) awaiting e-mail from Virginia Henderson Wheeler and Linda Milano. I graduated Jan. l941 --any friends out there to share a memory or two? My name is eraldinebarton@worldnet.att.net

Class of 1980 Reunion - Do you know how to contact any of these graduates?
    Margaret Fitzmaurice, '80, mfitzmaurice@idbny.com, 8/17/07, We are well on the way to a fun-filled, exciting evening Saturday, November 3rd from 7 - 11pm @ JC Fogarty's Restaurant in Bronxville, NY. Unfortunately, we are still in search of several classmates. Can you please contact me, if you have any information on the following people: Barbara Abreu, Beatriz Ramirez, Carla Willis, Christine Mangan, Colette Jennings, Daphne Santory, Edward Power, Edwin Pimentel, Erica Stack, Jeannette Mangual, Jimmy Lyden, John Echevarria, Julie Hayo, Kathleen Campbell, Kathleen Twiggs, Keith Purse, Leo McGuire, [Gabriel Tully is currently working on contacting Leo], Margaret Barry, Maria Berrios, Mary [June] Hayo, Maureen O'Flynn, Michael Bryant, Michael Mannion, Oscar Cardentey, Patrick Moore, Pero Vulaj, Ralph Dengler-in Iraq, Regina McNulty, Rose Drejaj, Suzette Cruz, Tara Murphy, Terri McKenzie, Thomas Huvane, Timothy Morley, Vivian Rivera, William Smyth.

Class of 1980 - A Reunion in Bronxville, NY, November 3rd,  2007
    Josie Sladek, '80, joesla66@aol.com, 7/21/07,  This is Josie Sladek. Moved from Creston Avenue in 1982. A few of us are trying to arrange a "Class of 1980" reunion. If interested, please email: joesla66@aol.com. We are planning a get together for Sat. evening, Nov. 3rd. at JC Fogarty's Restaurant in Bronxville, N.Y., from 7-11pm. Best to all.

Marianne Svonavec,  OLR Teacher, R.I.P.
    Miss Svonavec, an OLR teacher in the 1970's, 80's, and 90's, died on 5/22/07 at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx. After leaving OLR, she taught at Our Lady Of Mercy School in the Bronx and was Director of Religious Education at St. Michael's Parish in Coop City where she lived.  Last week Miss Svonavec hoped she would be able to leave Calvary for a few hours to attend the First Communions and Confirmation at St. Michael's. She was dedicated to her teaching profession until the very end.

Kathleen Taggart, NYPD, '85, R.I.P.
    Ann Marie McCarthy (McGurk) '88,  dinjosra@optonline.net, Father Jenik, I just wanted to drop a note and let you know that Kathleen Taggart (Junior) passed away 1/9/07. She was in a very bad car accident about 5 years ago and never really recovered. She was a member of the NYPD and I believe she probably was in the class of '83 or. I went to school with her sister Maureen. We graduated in 88. the Taggarts lived on Creston Avenue. The viewing is 1-11-07 and 1-12-07. Dalton's Funeral home in New Hyde Park. If there is anyone you think might want to attend, I'm sure the Taggart Family would appreciate the support. Thank you.

Class of 1961 - Looking For Old Classmates
    William (Billy) Fronapfel, 2661 Decatur Ave, OLR 1952-61, prodriverlimoman@aol.com, It's been over 40 years since I graduated and I only recently learned about this site from a former classmate. He found me through my son's phone no. Now we e-mail and speak to each other almost daily; am hoping to hear from fellow students from OLR. Thanks and hope to hear from you.

Class of '68 - Reunion
    Billy Bathe, '68, 2698 Briggs Ave., BJBATHE53@AOL.COM,    It would  be nice to see old friends. I wish there was a reunion in the works. Please le me know if there is. Hope to hear from someone soon. We are getting up there in years.

Class of '62
    Daniel Gallagher, 2636 Decatur Avenue, dgallag114@aol.com,  Just found this site, I am a playwright now and have started a new non profit, AIDS Theater Project New York Inc. We are producing scenes from my play in several upper counties in New York. The play is called Between The Seams, and is about people who come out of the AIDS quilt and talk about how they got in there. I am not infected but have lost many friends. Would love to hear from old friends and class mates. I currently live in Darien, CT.

Tom Skeahan, Long-time Parishioner, R.I.P.
        Maureen Skeahan-Murray, murray1088@optonline.net,  Thomas Skeahan parent of Kit, Joann, Jeff, Billy, Nancy, Kevin, Donna and Maureen all graduates of OLR and husband of Marie Skeahan died June 5, 2005. Thomas was president of Holy Name many years and began the OLR team gym club with Fr. Roos many decades ago. He was a very active member of OLR from 1946 until moving in 1980. He is missed by all and the services were attended by many, many OLR alumni. Please add his name to the deceased list for all those who may not know. Thank you. Maureen Murray, 58 Glover Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704, 914 457-4673

Class of '67 -40th Anniversary Reunion
    Margaret Kane, 2722 Valentine Ave., mageen_rose@verizon.net, Has anyone thought about a reunion?  I thought it might be nice to do for 6/07.  Let me know what you think!   
    Maureen Lurrie, Grand Concourse moe1453@yahoo.com, I have a class picture in perfect condition of 6th grade (?). How can I post it on this site? Anyone else from class of '67 out there?

Daniel O'Leary '77 R.I.P.
    Fr. Jenik, pastor@ourladyofrefuge.com, O'LEARY-Daniel J., 42, taken suddenly May 23, 2006 with his family at his side after a long brave struggle. Dedicated employee of Marriott Eastside, NYC for 24 years. Loving husband of Tracy (nee Figueroa). Dear son of Daniel O'Leary and Margaret Greene. Cherished stepson of Michael Greene. Loving brother of Donna, Denis, John, Brendan, Fionna & Brian. Uncle of Leigha, Denise, John, Alexa, Sera, & Luca. Beloved friend to many and a jokester to all. Visiting, Thurs. & Fri., 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. at McKEON FUNERAL HOME 3129 Perry Ave. Bronx. Funeral Mass Sat. at 10:15 a.m. at St. Brendan's R.C. Church. Interment, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation 1111 Marcus Ave. Suite LL22 Lake Success, NY 11042 in memory of Daniel O'Leary.

Class of 1961
    Robert D. Brennan, '61, robert.d.brennan@usps.gov  Would it be possible to get a list of the graduating class of 1961, or photos?

Where is the class of 54?
    James M Halpin, '54, Bruumb@aol.com I read the postings on here and it seems that the only ones posting are from the 60s, 70s, & 80s. I would enjoy hearing from anyone from the '54 class.  It would be interesting  to know where we all migrated to. (Some may remember me as "Blackie")

Class of 1958 old photos and friends
   Linda Milano (Metichecchia), '58,  lindamilano@verizon.net  I would love to have a picture of my class, graduated in 1958, and to learn about some of my old classmates.  If anyone has a picture from that time or was in my class, I would love to hear from you.  I lived diagonally across the street from OLR in the building on the corner of 196th and Briggs Ave.  Does anyone remember Larry's and Carrie's candy store across the street from OLR?  Would love to have a picture of that store or the grocery store next to it.  those were wonderful days.  Hope to hear from someone out there.  Thanks.
                            ~John O'Daly, GK, '58, odaly@prodigy.net I was very happy to hear of the web site from Billy Bates another Knight who hung around with the Kanes. When I left I went to Cardinal Hayes then the Air Force for 4 years. I have been married for 39 years & have two children and 3 grandsons. Two in North Carolina & one in West Virginia. Helen & I are retiring to NC in October. Thanks for the memories.  If anyone knows what happened to Jimmy Brennan, Jimmy Fogerty, or the Deisers (who had the bakery), or anyone else from that era please let me know. God Bless.

Re: Ann Marie Dooley's Passing
   Ed Wickline, 2694 Briggs Ave. ewickline@touchcominc.com I just read on the OLR Deceased page that Ann Marie Dooley passed away in October of 2005. I was great friends with Ann Marie throughout Grammar School. I am in shock and just wanted to see if anybody had kept in touch with Ann Marie over the years.