May 6, 2022 | Issue #25

Alumni Spotlights

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Fr. Joe Callahan '75

Father Joseph Callahan ’75 is grateful for the academic and faith formation received at St. Mary School Elyria and ECHS. He describes the lay faculty, Sisters of Notre Dame, and Fathers of St. Joseph as “sterling people” whose personal interest in their students and professional standards provided him with a foundation for vocational discernment and further studies. He mentions Señorita Bradesca, Mrs. Hedy Fye, Father Gaetano (whom he remembers saying to him his senior year: “don’t rule out going to the seminary”), and Sister Laboure (“who instilled in us a love of reading and a passion for writing properly”) as examples.


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Bernard Smith '75

Although Bernard attended public school from K-8, his family knew that Elyria Catholic would provide a better academic foundation and a stronger disciplinary environment for him when it came time to attend high school. His parents unilaterally told him, “You are going to EC and you  have to pay for it!” Bernard paid for his EC education by working as a caddy at Elyria Country Club.



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Erik Janas '89

During his time at Elyria Catholic, Erik Janas ‘89 played soccer, served as the class treasurer, wrote for the Challenge newspaper, assisted in reconvening the chess club, and made some wonderful friends whom he is still in contact with today. However, when asked what he remembers most about his EC experiences, Erik first cites the “quality of education” he received. Erik graduated from the University of Dayton where he earned a B.A. in Economics and a minor in English literature.


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Panther Alumni In the News
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Congratulations to Ellen (Borowy) Casey ‘81 on her induction into the Clarion University Sports Hall of Fame

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Scholarship Awards

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Jakob Hwang '18 Memorial

Scholarship Awarded

Karri Hwang, mother of Jakob Hwang ‘18, awarded the Jakob Hwang Memorial Scholarship to Maddyn Corcoran ‘23 on May 5, 2022 just after the school celebrated Mary at its annual May Crowning prayer service. Jakob was known for his infectious smile, positive attitude, and complete trust and faith in God’s plan.


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Philanthropy & Engagement News

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55 Days Left to Make Your Gift to the Panther Fund


If you have not made your annual gift to the Panther Fund, we would be grateful to receive it by June 30, 2022. The Panther Fund supports every student, every day, every way! You can make your gift at www.elyriacatholic.com/give, or by mailing your gift to the Philanthropy & Engagement Office, Elyria Catholic High School, 725 Gulf Rd. Elyria, OH 44035, or by calling Michelle Hoffman at 440.230.8618.

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Coming Events

Annual Alumni Soccer Game

EC Soccer Alumni, it’s almost that time again! The Annual Alumni Soccer Game is just around the corner. We look forward to seeing past and current players on Saturday, July 30 at Dan Reaser Stadium! The match starts at 11 am with food to be served to alumni and families at 12:30. Please RSVP by July 10 if you and your family plan to attend. 

 

Any alumni who would like to join the team Friday for Legacy Night, please contact Coach Jason Kempton at (253)880-4865. 

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Class of 1967 - August 13, 2022

6:00pm - Reunion at Elyria Catholic High School

Chris McArtor - [email protected]

Class of 1972 - September 9 & 10, 2022

Sept. 9 - Golf Outing - contact Brian Powers for details

Sept. 10 - 4:00pm - Mass at EC, 5:00pm - School Tour, 6:30pm - Reunion at The Foundry

Ed Eisbrenner - [email protected]

Class of 1977 - September 2, 3 & 4, 2022

Sept. 2 - 6:00pm Tour of School, 7:00pm Home Football Game v. Midview

Sept. 3 - Golf Outing, Evening event in Cleveland TBD

Sept. 4 - Mass for Deceased Classmates

Denny Baluh - [email protected]

Terri Harrington - [email protected]

Kim Wilhelm - [email protected]

Class of 1969 Quarterly Luncheons

Joan Larkin Villareal - [email protected]

Private Facebook Group - Elyria Catholic HS Class of 1969

Panther Spirit Shoppe

Grab your Panther gear for summer!

No matter your class year, it’s never too late to sport your Panther gear! Be sure to stop in the Spirit Shoppe to grab your alumni and EC spiritwear for the whole family! Sweatshirts, t-shirts, baseball hats, umbrellas, and more! EC Biology Teacher Danielle Esposito's children were excited to wear the new Panther Kids Collection!

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Panther Name Reveal

In Loving Memory

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