Summer 2021 Chronicles

A Publication of the CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Alumni Community & Friends SPRING/SUMMER 2021

CRUSADER
CHRONICLES

IN this ISSUE

Alumni Profiles:
John Muchka ’01
Meghan Knapp Kinateder ’95
Mary Kuemmel Petrie ’76
Alumni Class Notes
2020 CMH Athletic

Hall of Fame

UPCOMING EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 20-24, 2021 APRIL 3, 2022
Homecoming Week Mothers’ Club Fashion Show & Luncheon

Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha Brookfield Conference Center, Brookfield

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 MAY 1, 2022
Athletic Hall of Fame Luncheon Crusader Fest

Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha

Alumni Homecoming Event MAY 6, 2022
Celebrating Lives of Service Mass & Luncheon
Carroll University Pavilion, Waukesha
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha
OCTOBER 17, 2021
Open House - 10am-1pm MAY 11, 2022
One Day in May
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Caritas Society Luncheon MAY 27, 2022
Baccalaureate Mass & Commencement
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Alumni Basketball Tournament JUNE 13, 2022
Crusader Golf Outing
Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha

FEBRUARY 7, 2022
Incoming Freshman Registration Night

Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha

FEBRUARY 19, 2022
41st Annual Crusader Auction

Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha

APRIL 1, 2022
Crusader Card Party - 7pm

Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha

REUNIONS

More information is available at: https://cmhswi.ejoinme.org/2021CMHAlumniHCEvent

Class of 1971 50th Reunion We were thrilled to welcome members from the Class of 1971 to CMH Attention Class of 2011!
during their 50-year Reunion celebration. The group had a packed weekend of activities and even
stopped by CMH to take a tour of the building to see some of the iconic classrooms and check out the The Class of 2011 is starting to
newly updated spaces. Everyone had so much fun listening to all of the great memories from their plan a 10-Year Reunion.
days walking the halls at CMH.
For more information or to help with the
CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE YOUR UPCOMING REUNION planning please contact Cameron Sanchez
2 262.542.7102 or [email protected]
at [email protected]

2021-2022 CMH BOARD OF DIRECTORS HELLO CRUSADER ALUMNI & FRIENDS,
It has been a very rewarding year at Catholic Memorial! Our school
Kelly Cleary-Rebholz, Chair community rallied to return to the building in August of 2020 and remain
Michelle Gross, Chair Elect/Secretary in school throughout the year. We worked hard to protect the health of
Mr. Larry Brown, Treasurer Executive Committee our faculty, staff, and students. While we needed to adjust our plans – so
Bethany Bohmann much moved forward in a very normal way. We held socially distanced
Dr. Chris Fox ‘88 all-school Mass in the gyms each month, we hosted offsite retreats for the
Carlos Garces freshman and sophomore class and the first ever overnight retreat on
Rev. John Gibson campus for the seniors – which was wonderful! In addition to traditional
TJ Goedheer events, we added several fun new experiences – including Trunk & Treat
Monica Hocum ‘85 for elementary school students in the circle drive, Winterfest for students,
Very Rev. Dan Janasik ’97 CMH Career Day, Future Leaders Forum and the first annual Crusader Fest!
Glenn Kormanik 2020 did not slow down the Crusader community! We came together and
Kathy Lang delivered an amazing year for the students. You can be very proud.
John Paul Marchan ’98 Our strategic plan initiatives also moved forward amidst the COVID
Tom McInerny ’03 pandemic. We expanded our STEM programming and have once again
Michael McWilliams been named a School of Distinction in STEM by Project Lead the Way for
Jane Menheer ’83 an unprecedented fourth year! We enhanced support services in the
Tammie Miller Academic Resource Center (ARC) and created a new partnership with
Susan Nelson, Archdiocesan Representative Christian Family Solutions on campus. Sometimes it is good for students
Eric Oechsner to talk to another trusted adult who can help them manage the ebbs and
Dan Plas flow of life that can challenge us all. Christian Family Solutions provides
Michael Sarner ’91 important services that assist parents in helping their children while
Dr. Suzanne Schmidt keeping them in school.
Mark Tomchek ‘89 As alumni we invite you to be part of the excitement at Catholic Memorial.
Rev. Matthew Widder You can become involved as a volunteer on our various committees or
help plan our events. If your company is able, we would love to talk with
2021-2022 ADMINISTRATION you about the amazing experience our business partners are having with
CMH interns focused in business, engineering and computer science. You
Donna Bembenek, President could also help with Career Day in March. You may have expertise to offer
Laura Anderson, Principal as a coach – whether for the Robotics team or one of our many athletic
Steve Plechaty ’74, Dean of Students teams. The opportunities to get involved are endless.
Dawn Keller, Chief Financial Officer And, while there are many ways to get involved, one of the most important
Angela Cooper, Director of School Advancement ways to help is to spread the word about our wonderful school to
Matt Bergan ’02, Director of Athletics prospective families. We work hard to invite as many as possible to join
Cindi Petri, Director of Campus Ministry our community by sending their own children to CMH. We know it is an
Fr. Mark Niehaus, Chaplain important investment and hope you will consider sharing our story in your
social networks and on social media. You can help write the next chapter
Contact the Advancement Office to help stop duplicate – and another rewarding year for our students. Thank you.
and undeliverable mail by updating your address. Our Lady of Memorial, pray for us!

For information about making a donation, setting up Donna Bembenek
a scholarship, or sponsorship, please contact the President
Advancement Office at 262-542-7102. PS: Please consider leaving your own legacy at CMH with an estate gift to
the Caritas Society.
ON THE COVER: Members of the Class of 2021 Learn more at https://catholicmemorial.myplannedgift.org.

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Hernandez, Evelyn Barta, Patrick Dugan, Nora Ibach, www.catholicmemorial.net | [email protected]
Olivia Moroney, Jacob Neaves, Nahli Smith

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ALUMNI CLASS NOTES

Dr. Peter Stacy ‘64 was recently featured in the John Spytek ‘99 is the director of player Lili Berg ‘18 was named to the Top Drawer Soccer

Catholic Herald to highlight his successful personnel for Super Bowl champions, the Tampa National Team of the Week. Lili was recognized for

research on attachment in early childhood Bay Buccaneers. During the Super Bowl media her standout performance on the Bowling Green

development and the role his faith had in his life. frenzy, John was able to connect with Good State University Women’s Soccer Team.

Mark O’Connell ‘78 is the Co-Executive Producer Morning America to spotlight helping others Shannon McWilliams ‘19 former CMH soccer star
of the TV show, “UFO Witness,” that premiered through an organization that he co-founded with and current defender for the University of St.
on Travel Channel. The show was inspired by the his wife, Kristen, honoring their late daughter, Thomas Women’s Soccer Team, recently signed to
book, “The Close Encounters Man,” that Mark Evelyn, the National CMV Foundation. The play for the FC Milwaukee Torrent soccer team!
authored. National CMV Foundation is a nonprofit that
works to educate women about congenital CMV, CMH Alumni Support for Virtual Career Day!
Joe Fenlon ‘79 hit the while also funding research for congenital CMV
major milestone of 800 education, diagnosis, screening, treatment and A very special thank you to the alumni who
wins in his basketball vaccine development. participated in CMH’s Virtual Career Day and
coaching career. Joe shared their career journeys with our students.
has been a basketball Kyle Carpenter ‘06 Your support of these events helps guide our
coach for 38 seasons completed his Master of students to success in their career decisions!
for the Tampa Prep Business Administration
Terrapins and now holds the state record for and Strategic Marketing Thank you Alumni!
victories won in Florida! from Concordia
University – Wisconsin. Martha Currigan ‘79, Jason Kerstein ‘88, Bruce
Buerger Jr. ‘89, Scott Domach ‘90, Tina Szada

Peggy Seegers-Braun ‘79

was recently highlighted in

the Catholic Herald for being Margaret Thoreson Sudimack ‘07 and her

honored as a recipient of the husband Joseph Sudimack introduce the birth of

2020 Bruce D. Whitehead their new baby, Carter

Distinguished Service Joseph Sudimack! The

Awards. The awards are little Crusader was born

given by the National on June 30, 2021

Interscholastic Athletic Administrators

Association (NIAAA). Peggy was one of only ten in Ty Sabin ‘13 was recently named to the D3Hoops ‘91, John Spytek ‘99, Angela Kuemmel ‘00, Matt
the nation to receive the honor and was 2010-2020 All-Decade Team for his successful Sabljak ‘02, Heidi Barrette ‘03, Ben Penlesky ‘03,
recognized for her success as a high school Ripon College basketball career. Ryan Agnew ‘04, Amanda Avila ‘05, Grace
athletic director and service for both the NIAAA Loppnow ‘07, Phil Czarnecki ‘08, Meredith
and Wisconsin Athletic Directors Association Michael Oechsner ‘17 was recently honored for
(WADA) organizations! Men’s Track & Field with

Steve Marcus ‘82 is the founder of Marcus the Ralph H. Metcalfe Johnson ‘09, Derek Benz ‘10, Lauren Freiss ‘10,
Promotions and president and publisher of Leadership Award for Scott Bembenek ‘13, Emily Grubich ‘15 and
Footlights, launching ArtsScene magazine! This Academic Excellence. This Clara Stedman ‘15.
monthly magazine highlights various visual and award is presented to the
performing artists and arts groups throughout top overall senior
the Greater Milwaukee and Madison areas. student-athlete at
Marquette University.

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IN MEMORIAM

January 2021 - June 2021 The Hickok Family, mourning the loss of Keith The Nettesheim Family, mourning the loss of
“Leo” Hickok, husband of Karen Gerbensky Marilyn Nettesheim ‘58.
We prayerfully remember all those in the Hickok ‘64; grandfather of Andrew ‘19 and Abby The Ramirez Family, mourning the loss of Dan
Catholic Memorial community who have ‘22 Hickok. Ramirez ‘79, brother of Arthur Ramirez ‘76 and
passed away. The Johnson Family, mourning the loss of Ralph Ramirez ‘77
The Anderson Family, mourning the loss of Richard Johnson ‘59, husband of Eva Neverman The Sabin Family, mourning the loss of
Dennis ‘Denny’ Anderson ‘73, brother of Jeffry Johnson ‘60; father of Michael Johnson ‘78, Elizabeth Sabin, aunt of Timothy ‘08, Todd ‘10
Anderson ‘76, Timothy Anderson ‘78 and Michael Kathy and Rachel. and Ty Sabin ‘13.
Anderson ‘79. The Karczewski Family, mourning the loss of The Sawyer Family, mourning the loss of Lois
The Casey & Schmidt Families, mourning the Robert Karczewski, grandfather of Robert ‘06, Sawyer Garrison, mother of Sunny Sawyer
loss of Patricia Casey Schmidt ‘59, grandmother Peter ‘11, Andrew ‘12 and Ben ‘15 Karczewski. Driscoll ‘76, Cindi Sawyer Duchow ‘77, Kathryn
of Ryan Lau ‘11. The Karfonta Family, mourning the loss of Doris Sawyer Gutenkunst ‘80, Sally Sawyer Wozniak
The D’Acquisto and Bzdusek Families, Karfonta, grandmother of Nicholas Karfonta ‘13, ‘87 and Tammy Sawyer ‘88; grandmother of
mourning the loss of Patricia Bzdusek, Joshua Karfonta ‘17 and Kyle Karfonta ‘20. Thomas Driscoll ‘04, David Driscoll ‘06, Allison
grandmother of Jacob D’Acquisto ‘05. The Lepkowski and Strode Families, mourning Gutenkunst ‘10, Emily Gutenkunst ‘13 and
The Duerwachter Family, mourning the loss of the loss of Margie Strode Lepkowski, wife of Sawyer Wozniak ‘22.
Robert Duerwachter, father-in-law of Anna Mark Lepkowski ‘84; daughter of the late Mary The Schmitt Family, mourning the loss of
Duerwachter ‘85 and grandfather to former CMH Flamingo Strode ‘59; sister of the late Patrick Thomas Schmitt, father of Tyler ‘14 and
emplyee, Karri Duerwachter Spataro. Strode ‘84. Meaghan Schmitt ‘16.
The Exner Family, mourning the loss of Christine The Lesniak Family, mourning the loss of The Schulz Family, mourning the loss of
Exner Horton, sister of Sue Exner Ruf ‘69, Chuck Theresa Lesniak ‘63, wife of Richard Lesniak ‘63; Leonard Schulz, father of Kristin Schulz Giese
Exner ‘70 and Thomas Exner ‘72. mother of John ‘87 and Robert ‘88 Lesniak. ‘92 and Mark Schulz ‘94.
The Farner and Swickard Families, mourning The Loomis Family, mourning the loss of The Soto Family, mourning the loss of
the loss of Kelly Farner Swickard ‘89, daughter of Margaret Loomis, mother of Patricia Loomis Fernando Edwardo Soto, father of Edward Soto
Robert Farner ‘63 and Mary Ann Marone Farner Trader ‘71, Monica Loomis Hanley ‘77, Tom ‘25; uncle of Andrea Soto ‘25.
‘63; sister of Robert Farner ‘86 and Kevin Farner Loomis ’77, Joan Loomis Jacobson ‘78, Mary The Strode and Flamingo Families, mourning
‘88. Loomis Huppertz ’81; grandmother of the loss of Robert Strode and Mary Flamingo
The Fix Family, mourning the loss of Larry Fix Robert ‘04, Laura ‘06, Michael ‘07 and Colleen Strode ‘59, mother and father of the late Patrick
and Patricia Fix, father and mother of Wendy Fix Hanley ’10. Strode ‘84.
Koziol ‘82. The Marks and Labinski Families, mourning the The Stucker and Sielen Families, mourning the
The Floryance Family, mourning the loss of loss of Rita Marie Marks, grandmother of loss of Kathleen Sielen, mother of Brandon
Gerald Floryance Jr. ‘78, brother of Paula Nicholas ‘04 and Ali ‘11 Labinski. Sielen ‘95; grandmother of Kenneth Stucker ‘16,
Floryance Weber ‘83. The Matyas Family, mourning the loss of John Alexandra Stucker ‘22 and Kassandra Stucker
The Fox and Otterson Families, mourning the Matyas, grandfather of Alyssa ‘08, Kyle ‘11 and ‘23.
loss of Glenn Otterson, grandfather of Finn Fox Mitchell Matyas ’14. The Waite and Glancey Families, mourning the
‘24. The Modlinski and Kosiboski Families, loss of Patricia Glancey, grandmother of
The Gogin Family, mourning the loss of Robert mourning the loss of Conrad Modlinski, father of Matthew ‘04, TJ ‘07 and Sean ‘11 Waite.
Gogin ‘55, wife of Pauline ‘58; brother of Thomas CMH teacher, Sue Kosiboski. The Zermeno Family, mourning the loss of
‘59, Kathleen ‘60, Karen ‘60 and Sheila ‘65; father The Motzel Family, mourning the loss of Albert Jesus Esquivel Osio, grandfather of Javier
of Dennis ‘81, Richard ‘82, Barb ‘84 and Thomas Motzel, father of Margie Motzel ‘73, Lisa Motzel Zermeno ‘23.
‘85; grandfather of Carley ‘10, Amy ‘12 and Collins ‘76, Paul Motzel ‘78, Mary Motzel Bucher Please notify CMH of the death of any alumni by
Robert ‘15. ‘81, Mark Motzel ‘82, Carol Motzel ‘83, Larry emailing [email protected].
The Hale Family, mourning the loss of John Motzel ‘85, Bill Motzel ‘88; father-in-law of Karen We apologize for any errors or omissions that
Hale, father of Audrey Hale Roach ‘00 and Patrick Thut Motzel ‘85; grandfather of Shannon occur in this In Memoriam section.
Hale ‘10. Shillinglaw ‘11, Thomas Shillinglaw ‘13, Trevor
The Herzog and Piacsek Families, mourning Norton ‘13 and Anna Shillinglaw ‘23; great uncle
the loss of Walter Herzog, grandfather of Mitchell of Shea Dooley ‘20.
‘16, Carsen ‘19, Trevor ‘20 and Kendrick ‘22 The Navarrette Family, mourning the loss of
Piacsek. Ramiro Navarrette, grandfather of Daniel
Navarette ‘02, Tyler ‘08 and Amanda Parent ‘10.

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ALUMNI PROFILE
JOHN MUCHKA ’01

John has been recognized for his
work with Pharm to Tables for
several honors including:
2019 Bowl of Hygeia Award from
Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin
2020 Philanthropic 5 Award from
United Way Milwaukee and
Waukesha Counties
2021 Froedtert Menomonee Falls
Hospital Preceptor of the Year
Award

John Muchka ’01 pictured with his wife and
Pharm to Tables co-founder Lindsey Muchka.

• 2020: Pharm to Tables For Catholic Memorial alumnus, John Muchka ‘01, it to establish himself in his career in pharmacy, he found
raised $17,500 and 2 was the foundation that CMH provided him during his an opportunity to combine his career and calling to
tons of food to help teenage and young adult years academically, socially help the greater community by co-founding Pharm to
those experiencing and spiritually that he attributes to setting him on a Tables, a nonprofit charitable organization that unites
food insecurity. path for success in his future endeavors. While at CMH, pharmacy professionals in a singular, focused mission
John enjoyed spending time in the classroom and in of helping end the hunger crisis of our local
• 2021: the organization extracurriculars bonding with his friends, who he communities.
has already raised proudly states he is still great friends with 20 years The organization directs pharmacy community
$18,412 to date later. members to bring the occupation outside the doors of
through pharmacy His interactions with teachers and coaches helped the hospital, clinic and neighborhood pharmacies and
school Phood Phights guide him and push him to excel. He fondly recalled continue the impact of these individuals in the local
and their Ice Fishing Mrs. Marie Norgal’s class and her enthusiasm that communities in which they serve. Pharm to Tables
Jamboree event. Their helped ignite his interest to pursue a career with a organizes fundraisers, events and “Phood Phights”
Annual Auction event combination of math and science. After graduating in between pharmacy organizations to encourage
coming up on October 2001, John went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in widespread involvement to support the efforts of local
2, 2021 will be at CMH Chemistry from UW-Madison and move on to earn his food pantries. It is a creative and innovative approach
alumni-owned, Steny’s Doctor of Pharmacy from South University School of to continue their service outside the traditional sense
Tavern & Grille for the Pharmacy in Georgia. that their professions ask of them and band together in
5th year. “Looking back, I now realize how important Catholic supporting the basic needs of their patients, customers
Memorial was in my development. The environment at and neighbors.
• Over 98% of all funds CMH gave me what I needed to be successful. “CMH’s motto, Caritas In Omnibus (Charity in All
raised by Pharm to Academically, I was well prepared to succeed at the Things) definitely resonated more and more with me
Tables goes directly to next levels. My time spent involved in extracurriculars as I got older. Realizing the importance of charity has
meal programs. helped develop other skills: accountability, hard work, changed my mindset over the years. It’s so important
teamwork and time management, that helped me to be less of a “me first” person and do your best to
adapt socially.” help others and improve our communities. I love to
The community at Catholic Memorial not only created see the Crusader Day of Service tradition at CMH and
lifelong friendships and sparked John’s interest in his hope that continues to grow. It’s an amazing example
future career direction, but it also helped him develop of the culture CMH has created where students are
a sense of responsibility to serving others. Like most learning the importance of service to help make a
things, it started small with getting involved in service positive impact on others and not service to build a
projects at school and continuing to help the homeless resume.”
on an individual basis while in college. As he continued To learn more about John’s work with Pharm to
Tables visit: www.pharmtotables.org

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CMH alumna, Meghan Knapp Kinateder ‘95, was ALUMNI PROFILE
featured in the Catholic Herald for her dedication to
serving others throughout her time in school and now MEGHAN KNAPP KINATEDER ‘95
in her career in medicine.
“There was a big emphasis on Catholic education in
our family, my parents wanted our faith to be nurtured
in every possible way.”
The article highlights her time at Catholic Memorial,
being very involved in extracurriculars, playing
basketball her freshman and sophomore years,
running varsity track and cross country and being a
part of student council, the Pro-Life group on campus,
and focusing much of her time on service.

“Catholic Memorial put a huge emphasis on service projects,”
Kinateder said. “When I was doing my application to Notre Dame,
my top college choice, I remember in my essay talking about how
my education at Catholic Memorial was so well-rounded with
athletics, academics, and service.” Kinateder says that her time at
Catholic Memorial and the way the school educated the whole
student was instrumental in getting her into Notre Dame.

To read the full article featuring Meghan visit: https://catholicherald.org/featured/dedication-to-
service-makes-impression-on-kinateder/

ALUMNI PROFILE Catholic Memorial alumna, Mary Kuemmel Petrie ’76,
MARY KUEMMEL PETRIE ‘76 was also featured in the Catholic Herald for her role at
CMH leading the STEM (science, technology,
engineering and math) program. The article was
published to celebrate Women’s History Month, as all
strands of the STEM program at CMH were being led by
female teachers. It was an amazing tribute to the
success of the program and the work that every teacher
involved puts into it to grow and elevate students for
careers of the future.

Petrie, a 2020 Herb Kohl Teaching Award recipient, is also a 1976 CMH alumna and
was the first female student to take a mechanical drawing class at Catholic Memorial.
She went on to graduate from Marquette University and became a mechanical
engineer. She transitioned to teaching as her second profession after filling in for a
teacher at a middle school and loved the experience so much she went back to school
to get her teaching degree.

“When I started working in mechanical engineering, I didn’t know of any other
females in my profession, and that was difficult,” said Petrie. “Thankfully, times are
changing. I believe that in order for a project to be successful, you need varying ideas
and approaches. Women and men think differently, and having both males and
females involved gives you the best of both worlds.”

To read the full Catholic Herald Article visit: https:// 7
catholicherald.org /local/cmh-celebrates -womens -
history-month-spotlighting-stem-teachers/

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

JEFF SOMMERFELD ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

We were thrilled to welcome Mr. Jeff Sommerfeld to the English Department this past year. With his witty
humor and love for everything Shakespeare, he immediately made an impression with the students in his
Literature classes. He also came with a wealth of knowledge to share, recently returning to Wisconsin
from working for the University of Arizona in undergraduate recruitment and as an editor-in-chief for an
independent literary journal. He previously earned his master’s degree in Education with an emphasis in
Ethical Leadership and taught English literature, writing and drama courses in both Minnesota and
Wisconsin. He seemed to fit right in with the CMH family and got involved as a group leader on senior
retreat. His connection with the seniors even brought about the opportunity for him to present at the
Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony. We are so grateful for his positive energy, excitement and wealth of
knowledge that he brings to the classroom.

“Catholic Memorial is an incredibly special place, and I felt welcome in the exceptional learning
community right away. Our students are driven by the pursuit to be their best and achieve excellence,
while displaying curiosity, kindness, and discipline along the way. I also love that we have the
opportunity to pray and grow in our faith together throughout each school day.”

ANGIE FLANAGAN ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER

In her time at Catholic Memorial, Angie Flanagan has proved to be a phenomenal source of support for
students. She joined the CMH team in 2018 as the lead Academic Resource Specialist and has expanded
the academic support programs provided for students in the Academic Resource Center. Mrs. Flanagan
worked with students every day in every subject area. She has helped elevate CMH’s outstanding support
structure for students with education accommodations, enrichment for students who excel in advanced
courses, guidance for students to discover their best study habits and provide help to every student
during study halls and in classrooms with assignments and projects.

“It is very rewarding to work with students to go beyond what they consider possible for themselves and
help them discover amazing possibilities God has in store for them. In the classroom, as well as through
extracurricular activities, there are so many opportunities to share my faith and passion for learning. As a
parent of current and alumni students, I am very grateful for the CMH community and I feel blessed to be
a part of the CMH faculty and staff.”

CINDI PETRE CAMPUS MINISTRY

It might have been Cindi Petre’s first full year working at Catholic Memorial as the Director of Campus
Ministry, but she was no stranger to the role with 18 years of experience as the Director of High School
Youth Ministry at St. Anthony on the Lake Parish. Her experience, attention to detail and creativity led the
Campus Ministry at CMH this year with grace. Cindi started off her work by organizing a blessing of the
campus, which was calming and reassuring to the community for the uncertainty felt for the year ahead
during the pandemic. She continued to work tirelessly to organize ways for in-person Mass and
sacraments for student while adhering to protocols and even found a way to provide in-person retreats
for the freshman and sophomore classes along with an overnight retreat for the senior class. Her
understanding of the traditions that mean so much to the CMH community truly runs deep as four of her
six children graduated from Catholic Memorial (Sarah Petre Helton ‘03, Laura Petre McGaver ‘05, Matthew
Petre ‘13 and Hannah Petre ‘15).

“I came to Catholic Memorial excited to work in Campus Ministry because Catholic Identity is the
foundation of the school’s values. We accomplished a lot this past year by making in-person learning and
continued faith formation through liturgies, sacraments and retreats a top priority. I am proud to be part
8 of this community not only as staff but also as a parent of four CMH graduates.”

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2021

Alma College Indiana University- Ohio State University- University of Colorado Moroney, Olivia
Valdes, David Bloomington Main Campus Colorado Springs Multhauf, Monika
Alverno College Zhang, Xiaojian Flanagan, Logan
Tellez-Valdes, Holly (Catherine) Wang, Zijing (Zoe) University of Iowa University of
Arizona State Pennsylvania State Drosen, William Wisconsin-Milwaukee
University-Tempe Joining the Military Holmes, Renata
Korb, Chase Bisswurm, Joseph University-Main McWilliams, Sean Acker, Taylor
Baylor University Sheanan, William Campus Neaves, Jacob Ayala Benitez, Oscar
Riley, Kaitlyn Stillmank, Nicholas
Belmont University Joining the Trades Wang, Hao (William) University of Mount Fabela, Lisandra
Huot, Veronica Bertram, Christopher Providence College Union Miller, Allyssa
Piatt, Samual Didion, Benjamin Nepal, Kiah
Brown University Carson, Lauren Armour, Aaron Perez, Citlali
Ohnmacht, Emelia Jansen, Lucas Purdue University Fort University of Nevada-
Bryant & Stratton Pokorny, Oscar Schmolesky, Rylie
College-Wauwatosa Lewis University Wayne Las Vegas Spalla, Thomas
Smith, Nahli Solomon, Zachary Hoffmann, Alyssa Ustby, Adam
Butler University Erato, Elle Purdue University-Main Wilson, Peter
Sarner, Kevin Luther College University of Zeidler, Madelynn
Carroll University Kowalczyk, Emma Campus Northern Iowa University of
Conrardy, John Madison Area Menheer, Samuel Thuemmler, Reilly
Lomen, Adeline Technical College Quincy University University of Oregon Wisconsin-Oshkosh
McCaffery, Jack Kalawa, Samuel Goedheer, Anthonie Zhao, Wenbo (Timothy) Naumann, Grace
Nitka, Rachel Short, Kellan Sacred Heart University University of Rochester Nevins, Michael
Case Western Reserve Walters, Jonah Cunningham, Alyssa Zhou, Tianyi (Jason) Riemann, Montana
Marian University Saint Louis University University of St. University of
University Gundrum, Rose Thomas (MN)
Ginn, Rachel White, Grace Wisconsin-Platteville
Catholic University Marquette University Ibach, Nora Crain, John Barta, Evelyn
of America McMahon, Ryan Dugan, Patrick
Winter, Nicholas Brozynski, Jaden Schaefer, Meghan Gehl, Matthew Pfannerstill, Elizabeth
Colorado State Burns, Mary Beth Halcomb, Isabella University of Wisconsin-
University-Fort Collins Dowling, William Zabel, Adam University of
Cullinane, Connor Hanley, Cathrine Lewis, Zoe Washington- Stevens Point
Concordia University- The University of Seattle Campus Stanislawski, Ashley
Wisconsin Horder, Ian Alabama Ye, Yirui (Claire)
O’Farrell, Allison Ingrilli, Isabella Mack, Krystyna University of University of
Crown College Johnson, Zachary The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Wisconsin-Whitewater
Warner, Gretchen McCaffery, Alice Arend, Abigail
Edgewood College Miklosy, Christopher Arizona Murray, Kasey Anderson, Joseph
Chapman, Jake Stollenwerk, Celia Graff, Joseph University of Benitez-Gomez, Keneth
Georgia Southern The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
University Werra, Hope Reynolds, Myelle Dascoli, Joshua
Smith, Leo Milwaukee Area Montana University of Gatto, Joseph
Grand Canyon Technical College Hernandez, Ashley Wisconsin-La Crosse Kurtz III, John
University-Traditional Ramsey, Nathaniel The University of Behring, Olivia McAboy, Madelaine
Fischer, Lauren Sauer, Forrest
Campus Gregory Texas at Austin Gatto, Grace Schulze, Andrew
Mei, Jonathan Milwaukee School of Jin, Yifan (Alison) Neitzke, Loren Valparaiso University
Stomma, Christopher The University of Rupel, Margaret Van Valin, Matthew
Holy Cross College Engineering Texas at Dallas Shanley, Samuel Washington University
Buchlmayer, Alexandra Giricz, Kurt Thompson, Olivia
Kowalczyk, Alexander Serb, Maria Vaichinger, William in St Louis
Migliaccio, Lucas United States University of Gross, Anthony
Timm, Matthew Air Force Academy Wisconsin-Madison Waukesha County
North Dakota State Schwaab, James Calteux, Gavin Technical College
University University of California- Hubacek, Annika Babcock, Aeden
Oechsner, Alexander Santa Barbara Li, Muzi (Kate) Clarkson, Myles
Northern Michigan Zhu, Yinning (Leonard) George, Joshua
University University of Cincinnati- Rodriguez, John
Nimz, Alyssa Main Campus Winona State University
Winters, Lucille
University of Colorado Smith, Abby
Xavier University
Boulder
Hollern, Jace Lehsten, Megan
Malinis, Lamberto

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PASTORAL SUPPORT
at Catholic Memorial High School

Fr. John Gibson Fr. Mark Niehaus

Fr. John Gibson’s entrance into the CMH community after being We would like to introduce the Catholic Memorial Community to Fr.
named Chaplain in 2017 was seamless. He came from St. Dominic Mark Niehaus, new Chaplin for the 2021-22 school year replacing Fr.
Parish in Brookfield, so he had a great connection to a large group John Gibson who was assigned to St. Jerome Parish in Oconomowoc,
of CMH families even before he took on the role. WI. Fr. Mark comes to CMH from St. Patrick Catholic Church in
Whitewater, WI where he served as Pastor for a little over six years and
“What I will miss most about CMH is the people. Seeing our worked with the Catholic Campus Ministry for UW-Whitewater.
students, faculty, and staff each day was a great privilege. There
are a lot of really fantastic people at CMH—individuals who inspired “I am excited to interact and
me or who taught me a great deal,” said Fr. John. pray with CMH students and
community and build strong
His willingness to jump in and connect with students, faculty and relationships,” said Fr. Mark. “I
families was felt immediately, leading Masses, Reconciliation, have been active within youth
Prayer services, chaperoning field trips, attending the auction, ministry for the past 16 years so
hosting events, playing in the faculty vs. student basketball game I’m looking forward to
and much more. He also brought on new traditions with continuing to serve.”
inspirational videos.
In addition, Fr. Mark is the
“I think my favorite memory was hitting a three pointer in the Delegate Superior of the
student-faculty basketball game, and then rubbing it in by Schoenstatt Fathers in the
celebrating in front of the student section. It’s a fun tradition at United States, leading a
CMH to be a part of, the community of twelve other
game brings such great priests at the service of the
energy.” Schoenstatt Apostolic
Movement. This religious
We are so happy that even organization, under the Pope in
as he transitions to the role Rome, works mainly with married couples and youth, educating them
as Pastor at St. Jerome on the importance of a strong relationship to both Jesus and Mary
Parish in Oconomowoc, he through small group meetings and retreats.
will continue to serve on
the CMH Board. He passes We are very excited to welcome Fr. Mark and as he becomes acquainted
the torch as CMH Chaplain with the Catholic Memorial Community.
to a very dear friend in Fr.
Mark Niehaus.

“There are 4 priests in my Fr. Dan Janasik
life who were particularly
impactful and helpful in Fr. Dan continues his support of the CMH community with his calling to
my discernment to the the priesthood after graduating from Catholic Memorial in 1997. He has
priesthood—Fr. Mark is one of them. He was the chaplain of the served on the CMH Board of Directors for the past five years along with
Newman Center at UW-Milwaukee when I was a student there and leading St. Leonard Parish in Muskego as their pastor since 2012.
he was the first person to answer some of the deeper questions
that I had as I began seriously discerning the priesthood. I cannot “I had a great experience as a student of CMH,” said Fr. Dan. “I
overstate how much of an impact he has had on my life. CMH will developed my ‘holy habits’ as a student that gave me direction, strong
be well taken care of.” values and spiritual presence.”

Fr. Dan’s familiarity with the local community runs deep after attending
grade school at Holy Apostles in New Berlin, high school at CMH and
10 college at Marquette University, where he double majored in

accounting and theology. SAVE THE DATE
After two years in public
accounting, Fr. Dan discerned 41ST ANNUAL
a call to the priesthood and CRUSADER AUCTION
attended St. Francis de Sales
Seminary in Milwaukee. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2022

“There’s a great legacy at The Crusader Auction is Catholic Memorial
CMH for current and future High School’s largest fundraiser supporting
students. I loved the the Crusader Fund benefiting all students
different masses we would at CMH. The Crusader Auction brings
attend and the regular together the entire CMH community-
experiences and touch stones alumni, current parents, friends and our
students had to connect with community partners for an evening of
God. I always recommend celebration, silent and live auctions,
Catholic Memorial High gourmet dinner, fun, games, and dancing.
School to families,” added Fr.
Dan. “The school has a wholistic approach focused on a student’s Volunteering is another way to be part of
spiritual health, emotional health, and intellect forming the whole the fun and make a difference.
person. I keep in touch with many families from CMH and I am grateful
to still be involved.” Email: [email protected]

Fr. Matthew Widder Look for more details soon at
CatholicMemorial.net.
We are thrilled to have Fr. Matthew Widder as a new Board member at
Catholic Memorial High School. Fr. Matthew was recently named as YOUR GIFT MATTERS
the Pastor for the Waukesha Catholic Schools and Catholic Community
of Waukesha, which includes the parishes of St. Mary, St. William, St. When you include Catholic Memorial in
Joseph, and St. John Neumann. your estate plan, you provide tuition
assistance, athletic and extracurricular
“I am grateful to be asked to represent Catholic Memorial as a Board support to help our students thrive—in the
Member,” said Fr. Matthew. “It’s a great way to emulate Jesus, live out classroom and beyond.
our Catholic faith and be part of God’s plan for the school.”
Visit CatholicMemorial.myplannedgift.org
Although this school year will be his first year serving on the CMH and download your Personal Estate
Board, Fr. Matthew has already made an impact at CMH playing an Planning Kit.
intricate role in school Masses, Reconciliation services and school
retreats. Not only was Fr. Matthew involved in youth ministry at CMH Questions: Jeffrey A. Mazurczak, Director of
this past year, but he also practiced with the CMH Boys Tennis team Strategic Giving
who won the State [email protected] or
Championship this 262-542-7101 ext. 503
past season and 11
attended many of their
matches.

“I love to be involved in
sports and was grateful
for the invite from the
tennis team,” added Fr.
Matthew. “I was so
proud of those young
men to win the State
Championship.”

Rev. Matthew Widder with CMH Student
George Beres after Boys Tennis win state
championship this past June.

Join us September 24

for the

Athletic Hall of Fame Luncheon

GARY WITKOWSKI

Class of 1965, Posthumous

The name Gary Witkowski evokes much emotion around the halls of Catholic Memorial. During
his high school career at CMH, 1961-1965, Gary received 10 varsity letters in 3 sports: football,
basketball, and baseball. Gary was also a member of the Letterman Club his junior and senior
years. Gary returned to CMH in 1977 as a member of the maintenance staff and for 39 years he
never missed a day of work. Not only did he oversee facilities and grounds, he also coached Jr.
High and Freshman football. Sadly, Gary passed away in 2016 but his legacy at Catholic
Memorial will live on.

MARCIE BOMHACK WOLBECK

Class of 1998

Marcie Bomhack Wolbeck was instrumental in leading Catholic Memorial to its first state
volleyball title in the program’s history in 1997 and was named the tournament MVP. Upon
conclusion of her CMH career, she was first in all time kills, 1301, and blocks, 225. Marcie was
named 1st Team All-State three times, 1st Team All-Conference and 1st Team All-City 4 times.
Marcie’s accomplishments didn’t end at CMH. She went on to play at Notre Dame where she
had an outstanding career and was the 13th player for the Irish to reach the 1,000 career kill
mark. She played professionally in Spain before returning to the states and coaching. Marcie
holds a BA in Business in marketing and psychology and an MBA with a sport management

concentration from Loyola University.
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LISA GAMALSKI WALSH

Class of 2000

From 1996-2000 Lisa Gamalski Walsh was a standout student-athlete on the Catholic Memorial
volleyball and basketball teams, earning 8 varsity letters. Lisa led the volleyball team to two
state titles in 1998 and 1999 and was named 1st Team All-Conference and 1st Team All-State in
1999 and 2000. Walsh was the Classic 8 Conference Player of the Year in volleyball both her
junior and senior years. Lisa rounded out her high school career being awarded the Monsignor
Gearheard Senior Athlete of the Year for her accomplishments on and off the courts. Lisa went
on to play Division 1 volleyball at the University of Michigan being named 1st Team All Big 10
Women’s Volleyball in 2004.

JOHN SPYTEK 13

Class of 1999

One of John Spytek’s nominators writes, “…a model of good behavior, respect, emotional and
academic intelligence, and a solid team player.” “His work ethic was second to none,” pens
another. During John’s time at CMH, 1995-1999, he earned 6 varsity letters in football and

basketball. He showed his leadership on the field, court and in the classroom. He was a football
and basketball co-captain his senior year and earned a 4.0 GPA. In 1998 he earned 1st Team
All-State, All-Area, All-County, and All-Conference in football. He was also named 2nd Team

All-Conference in basketball his junior and senior years. John continued his football career at
the University of Michigan winning the Big Ten Championship in 2000. John worked in the front
office for the Denver Broncos where he won a Super Bowl ring and recently won another as the

Director of Player Personnel with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

MIKE REUTEMAN

Class of 1981

During his time at CMH, 1978-1981, Mike Reuteman made his name known as a Crusader
athlete. He was a 3-sport star receiving 8 varsity letters in football, basketball, and baseball.
Reuteman was instrumental in the football team’s success in the 1979 and 1980 WISSA State
finals being named MVP both years. Mike was named to All-Conference, All-County, and
All-State teams in football and was named Waukesha Freeman Player of the 1980 season. Mike
not only excelled in football, he was also a stellar baseball and basketball player. Notably
scoring 36 points with a buzzer beater against Brookfield Central just one week after playing in
the state finals for football. He was also named the 1981 Fr. Smith Senior Athlete of the Year. He
continued his football career as a walk on at the University of Minnesota and finished his
college career at UW-Stevens Point playing all 4 years.

ANNE IODER MONTEAGUDO

Class of 2000

Anne Ioder Monteagudo began her career as a Crusader in 1996. In her 4 years she earned 5
varsity letters in soccer and basketball. Anne exhibited the Catholic Memorial values on and off

the field being described by her nominator as “one of the kindest most generous players I’ve
ever coached.” She was named 1st Team All-Conference in soccer all 4 years, Classic 8

Conference Player of the Year her senior year, and All-Area and All-County in 1999 and 2000. As
captain of the soccer team in 1999 and 2000, Anne led the team to two state titles scoring the
winning goal in each of the championship games. She earned an athletic scholarship to
Marquette University where she was named All-Conference USA Freshman Team in 2000,
All-Conference USA in 2001, 2002, and 2003, and All-Great lakes Region, All-Region Scholar
Athlete in 2002 and 2003.

SCHOOL HAPPENINGS

5-DAYS A WEEK
IN 2020
It was a community effort to
ensure the success of bringing
students back to CMH for the
2020-21 school year and have student had to miss school, they could
all classes, in-person, 5 days a still be a part of the activities. The
week. Classrooms were commitment to our students and being
rearranged to provide social together was at the forefront of
distancing, extra sanitizing following the protocols to keep
during the day and after school everyone safe and keep everyone
in the building, masks, connected. Thank you to the students,
plexiglass and much more. Web parents, faculty, alumni, donors and
cameras were installed in all of friends for coming together to make this
the classrooms, so even if a past school year a success.

VIRTUAL CAREER DAY

While the seniors were away at retreat, the freshmen, sophomores and
juniors participated in Career Day on March 26th. Fifty professionals
from a wide range of industries around the country volunteered their
time to connect and share their career journeys with CMH students
interested in their areas of expertise. The day was packed with great
questions, helpful tips and priceless advice as students rotated in the
morning and early afternoon to meet with five virtual presenters,
participated in a virtual financial literacy workshop and heard a very
impactful in-person keynote speak about leadership skills, developing
a personal brand and social media footprint.

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CRUSADER FEST

Catholic Memorial hosted the first
Crusader Fest on Sunday, April 25,
2021. The event was full of energy
and excitement as hundreds of new
and alumni families flocked to CMH
to participate in fun activities with
current CMH students, legendary
coaches and dynamic club leaders.
The cheering and laughter could be
heard above the music playing as
Future Crusaders of all ages caught
touchdown passes with the football
team, scored goals against our
soccer team, threw their best pitches
with baseball, learned how to play
rugby, scaled the rock wall with the
ski team, helped with service
projects with campus ministry, made
Mother’s Day cards and magnets
with NHS and so much more.

FUTURE LEADERS FORUM

April 28, 2021 was a spectacular day as we welcomed over 80 6th and
7th graders for an afternoon at CMH to participate in our inaugural
Future Leaders Forum. Our CMH teachers and a group of student
leaders guided the visiting students to step out of their comfort zones
and participate in activities to learn about and hone new leadership
skills! It was an afternoon filled with positivity as each small group
learned from each other and discovered their talents and developed
as leaders!

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ONE DAY CLASS of 2021
IN MAY
Earned over $18.5 million in college scholarships
CMH’s One Day in May was a huge (average of over $130,000 per student)
success because of the generosity
and support of the CMH community! 59 students on the Honor Roll every semester
We surpassed our $100,000 goal! We (3.5 GPA or higher)
had a blast counting down to the
virtual event and the whole day 21 student-athletes will compete at the collegiate level
through, celebrating the legacy and (9 at Division I)
supporting the future of Catholic
Memorial! 9 students received early admittance to the Honors
program at their universities

96% will be attending a technical, two- or four-year
college or university.

11 students earned full tuition scholarships
4 students will be enlisting in the military

3 National Merit Scholarship Finalists
Class median GPA of 3.75

JR. CRUSADERS
SPORTS PROGRAM

Catholic Memorial High School’s Jr.
Crusaders program welcomes
elementary and middle school students
to join the CMH family early and
experience the thrill of being a Crusader.
These young athletes receive training
from CMH coaches and players. The Jr.
Crusader program provides great
competition for over 300 participants,
offering baseball, basketball, football,
co-ed tennis, and poms!

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SENIOR RETREAT

The senior class came together to reflect
on their time at CMH at their Senior
Retreat. The group was able to go
off-site to St. Joseph Parish in Waukesha
and then spend the night in the hallways
at CMH. The location for retreat might
have adjusted this year, but the tradition
of amazing group activities and
impactful conversations was the same.
The class connected and made
memories for a lifetime. We were so
happy to give them this memorable
experience. Thank you to the volunteers
and leaders who put this outstanding
retreat experience together.

CRUSADER SOFTBALL STATE
CHAMPIONSHIP

HISTORIC BOYS TENNIS TEAM
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

The Division II Softball State Semifinals and Finals The Boys Tennis Team took a big step for Crusader
games were filled with excitement as the Crusaders Athletics this Spring season, earning the school’s first
came together to upset two undefeated teams to bring Boys Tennis State Championship! It was an
home the State Title! incredible postseason showcasing 100% team effort
Every batter got hits at what seemed like all the right to oust several top-ranked opponents to bring home
moments to battle their way through Jefferson in the the title.
semifinals with a 4-3 victory. A rain delay pushed the
championship game back into the later evening, but
that didn’t sway the spirits and intensity from the team.
Everyone kept their composure in the final game and
answered back with everything Baldwin-Woodville gave
them and ended up (5-4) victorious.
Congratulations to the athletes, coaches, families and
fans on such an amazing season!

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HELP US FIND OUR Catholic Memorial High
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Over the years, we have
unfortunately lost contact
with individuals. We rely on
the lifelong friendships made
at Catholic Memorial to help
us find alumni who have moved
or changed names over the years.
Any information you can provide
would be greatly appreciated for either
your classmates, or even someone in another class.

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