THANK YOU, CLASSMATES AND DEAR ONES

Dennis Patrick Kelly

August 26, 1927 - April 16, 2008

My dearest Classmates and Dear Ones,

My precious family and I thank you all so very much for all your kindnesses, consoling words, prayerful thoughts, beautiful cards, lovely flowers, Mass offerings; being present with us at Dennis's Memorial Mass, and all the ways you have poured out your love, caring, and concern for our family during these past weeks of grieving and mourning the loss of our cherished husband, father, grandfather.

Wherever we sojourned, Dennis enjoyed getting together every year with SAINTS-51. As we look forward to REUNION-57, we will remember the fun and laughter he always brought, as we lovingly recall Dennis and all those whose laughter has been stilled during the recent and distant past. They continue to share with us still as we carry them in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers always.

We love you all,

Pat, Mary & Doug, Dennis, Patsy & Dan, David

Emma, Adair, Owen

IN MEMORIAM 2006 - 2008

Remembering dear ones who have passed away within the past year, and more recently.

May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

• Thomas A. Billinghurst, member Saints-51 Twelve-Year Club
• Nora Martin Hepp, beloved wife of classmate, Mark J. Hepp
• Dennis Patrick Kelly, cherished husband of classmate, Patricia (O'Shea) Kelly
• Joan (Bunny) Fisher Mills
• Charles Nussbaumer, beloved husband of classmate, Peggy (Walton) Nussbaumer
• Mary Rae Perez, beloved wife of classmate, Anthony Perez
• Marie Nieto Perry
• Virginia Kubat Sims
• Mary Jean Ward Van Petten '50, beloved wife of Tom; sister of our classmate, Pat Ward Wrobleski

BREAKFAST MEETING MIMI'S CAFE CERRITOS TOWNE CENTER

Recapping FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2008

Attendees

Jack Cheatham

Jim Duffin

Eileen Jasko Gallagher

Rudy Gonzales

Henry Wm. Kane, Jr.

Pat O'Shea Kelly

Ed Lane

Bill McGinnis & Pat Girard

Dee & John Palombo

Anthony Perez & Genevieve Kolkow

Celia & Robert White

Pat Ward Wrobleski

Special Guest:

Gina Rushing '67

SAHS President

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Gina gave presentation highlighting St. Anthony High School's progress and programs. Great news: expecting a Freshman Class of 100 in the Fall! Spoke of innovative new program, Marine Science Academy, open to 20 top students. If student qualifies as a freshman, will receive four years of college-level instruction at St. Anthony's and at the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific, including internships.

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Gina encouraged SAINTS-51 to volunteer one hour/month as Mentors. The new Mentor Program pairs alumni with entering freshmen, staying in touch on a monthly basis over their four years. "Program benefits both student and mentor; if interested, let either Pat, patkellyo@aol.com , or I know, president@longbeachsaints.org ."

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Gina acknowledged Pat Ward Wrobleski for the Wrobleski's and Tom Van Petten's recent generous donation of $20,000 to the St. Anthony High School Foundation Legacy Campaign, designated for new flooring in the "Home of the Saints" Gym. http://www.gosaints.blogspot.com/ Said that $55,000 is now in the bank for refurbishment of the Gym, set for Summer 2008; however, the Archdiocese stressed that no work may begin until total of $100,000 is available.

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Following presentation, Pat Girard presented Gina with her beautiful Stellar SAINTS Quilt, for the DRAWING/LIVE AUCTION at the 25th Annual Golf Classic Dinner Auction, June 16, 2008, 4:30 PM, Recreation Park Clubhouse Grounds, Long Beach. For reservations, alise.ambrose@longbeachsaints.org 562-435-4496, X1222.

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Pat Kelly outlined plans for SAINTS-51 REUNION-57 in Solvang. This was followed by a presentation by Jim Duffin for a BAJA GETAWAY for some future date. Next meeting set for

FRIDAY, JULY 25, 2008

9:30 AM

SCHOONER OR LATER

Marina Drive, Long Beach

(Enjoy a perfect outdoor summer repast,

overlooking Long Beach Marina; suggested by Jim Duffin.)

Pat Girard presents "Stellar Saints Quilt"

to Gina Rushing, SAHS President

for Drawing/Live Auction

SAHS 25th Annual Golf Classic Dinner Auction

June 16, 2008

JIM DUFFIN'S SUGGESTED ITINERARY FOR POSSIBLE BAJA BASH!

TUESDAY

• 10:00 AM Bus to Baja ($93/person) (Park & Ride)
• 1:00 PM Cocktail Reception - Host luncheon at Hotel La Mission ($6)
• Hotel check-in ($15/night)
• may visit Spa
• All baggage transferred to hotel and placed in room ($2)
• Bus will take us to Porto Nuevo Village for Lobster or Dinner of your Choice
• (OPTION: Host large buffet dinner at Hotel)

WEDNESDAY

• Buffet Breakfast at Hotel ($5.95)
• Depart Hotel 9:30 AM - visit downtown Tijuana; lunch at Caesar's Restaurant (home of the original Caesar Salad.)
• Will tour Vineyard outside Ensenada
• 7:30 PM - Special Steak Dinner at Hotel ($15)
• Followed by Fireside chats and drinks on Veranda

THURSDAY

• 9:00 AM - Large Mexican Breakfast Buffet included
• Mass at the Old Mission
• 2:30 PM - Check out of Hotel
• Visit shops in Rosarita Beach
• (Non-golfers may tour Fox Studio where The Titanic was made.)

BUS WILL RETURN TO L. A.

Thanks to Jim Duffin for his ongoing encouragement of classmates to take him up on a BAJA EXCURSION. Jim has presented plans for same over the past few years; really appreciate his persistence. Maybe this will pique interest in planning a BAJA BASH for Spring 2009. Will discuss at SAINTS-51 REUNION-57 Summer Meeting, Friday, July 25, 2008!

Thanks, JIM. . .you're terrific!