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Deanna Maietta [Zullo] ,'89 BA St John's College of Liberal Arts, '08 MSED Alfred University, was a substance abuse prevention & intervention specialist with the NYC Dept. of Education. She passed away suddenly on June 11,2025. She was the daughter of Doranne Zullo [Seminara] '65 BA University College and the late Peter F. Zullo '63 BA St. John's College and '66 JD  St. John's Law School, the sister of Andrea Zullo-Stein and the wife of Vinny Maietta for almost 35 years.  She will be deeply missed by her many friends and students, who loved her. Her ready smile and infectious laugh will be remembered forever.

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Dennis O'Connor, a McCallen Society member, volunteers and helps others tap into NY’s Fund House. Read the full article here: How One Retiree Is Helping Others Tap Into NY’s Fund House - The Tablet

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Dennis O'Connor spends a lot of his spare time hunting for hidden treasure. But he's not searching for riches for himself. Instead, he's doing it for others.

O'Connor, a retired NYPD lieutenant and graduate of St. John's University, likes to peruse the New York State Comptroller's website to see if anyone he knows is entitled to unclaimed funds the state is holding.

And if they have any money owed, O'Connor explains how they can get it.

The New York State Comptroller's website contains a database of all the names of individuals and institutions that, for whatever reason, have unclaimed funds to which they are entitled. The website also includes a form people can fill out to claim them.

"It's a fun hobby," O'Connor said, exclaiming his penchant for scouting for funds on the website.

It's something he got into it by accident.

"Somebody showed me the website years ago, and I found it fascinating. And then my neighbor turned out to have had an old bank he forgot about when he moved," O'Connor said. "He got a letter from a company offering to get his unclaimed funds for him for a 15% fee. ... But really, you could do it for free if you just go online."

What exactly are unclaimed funds? While the words "unclaimed funds" might sound dull, it's actually a potential windfall for people attached to the funds.

Unclaimed funds are monies from dormant bank accounts, insurance policies, stocks, bonds, estate proceeds, and other holdings belonging to New Yorkers. Banks and other institutions are required by law to make every effort to contact those listed on the accounts. However, if they are unable to make contact, they turn the funds over to the New York State Comptroller - the state's chief financial officer - for safekeeping.

For example, if a person opens a bank account and then forgets about it, after a period of time (usually five years), the account is declared dormant, and the bank turns the funds over to the comptroller.

"It's usually because people have moved and the contact information is out of date," New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli explained.

"There really are many different ways that you may get separated from your money. We hold the accounts for safekeeping," DiNapoli added. "Those accounts never expire. So that's why we always encourage people to check our website."

O'Connor, who teaches criminal justice at an Upstate New York college, likes hunting for funds because it reminds him of his days at the NYPD when he had to use his skills as an investigator.

Several months ago, O'Connor expanded his search to include churches in the Diocese of Brooklyn.

He's a fan of Currents News, DeSales Media's news program, and he particularly enjoys "Pulse of the Parish," a segment in which anchor Christine Persichette introduces viewers to parishioners who devote their energies to their neighborhood church.

After O'Connor viewed segments of "Pulse of the Parish" in 2024, he went to his computer and started typing the names of the churches profiled into the database to see if they were owed funds.

"I found 'Pulse of the Parish' so uplifting. It portrays some of the nicest people, just ordinary citizens, helping out," he recalled. "I said to myself, 'Maybe I can do something to help these people.' And sure enough, I typed in the names of the parishes, and four or five accounts popped up."

According to DiNapoli's office, the comptroller oversees $19 billion in unclaimed funds - some of which date as far back as the 1940s. In Fiscal Year 2023-2024, the office processed 770,000 claims and returned $504 million to rightful owners.

"Certainly, in these difficult economic times, there's no reason for us to be holding on to these accounts of this money," DiNapoli said. "We want people to be aware of the program so we get the money back in their pockets."

The average unclaimed fund amount is between $50 and $100, but some accounts are worth several thousand dollars.

"Could you imagine if we got that money back into the economy?" O'Connor said.

O'Connor, a member of the Knights of Columbus, said the education he received from Vincentian Fathers at St. John's University plays a role in his desire to help.

"The Vincentians were all about serving," he explained. "I feel like this is my small way of serving people, even though it's a very small way."

O'Connor even helped DeSales Media Group, the ministry that produces TheTablet and Currents News. One day, he typed the company's name into the comptroller's website and found several accounts. He got in touch with a company representative to let them know.

The accounts - which stemmed from insurance policies, vendor fees, and other activities - were worth $32,370.

Around the same time, Vincent LeVien, director of external affairs for DeSales Media, was contacted by a representative of DiNapoli's office who told him that DeSales had funds waiting to be claimed.

He immediately contacted DeSales Media's Finance Department, which filled out the form, submitted it, and received the funds.

"It's a pretty seamless process," he said. "The biggest thing is a lot of people don't know about unclaimed funds and they should."

O'Connor would like to spread awareness of the unclaimed funds program.

"It would be great if churches put the comptroller's website in their bulletins," he said.

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How One Retiree Is Helping Others Tap Into NY's Fund House

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Dennis O'Connor spends a lot of his spare time hunting for hidden treasure. But he's not searching for riches for himself. Instead, he's doing it for others.

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Lara (Albrechcinski) McCreven '22Pharm.D. and Nick McCreven '20CCPS

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Lara (Albrechcinski) McCreven '22Pharm.D. and Nick McCreven '20CCPS

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My wife, Lara (Albrechcinski) McCreven (PharmD Class of 2022) and I (CCPS Class of 2020) were officially married on June 21, 2025. We met during our freshman year at St. John's when we each lived in Donovan Hall and were in the Honors Program together.

On November 1, 2025, we celebrated at our wedding reception with 15 of our amazing St. John's alumni friends! See the photo attached. Even though we were missing a few who could not make it, we felt incredibly lucky and grateful to be surrounded by our beloved Johnnies. After our wonderful years together in school, we continue to make lifelong memories. We are St. John's!!

Featured in this photo from left to right:

Penny Charidemou, Class of 2020 and Master of Science in Education Class of 2021

Jillian Brudi, Class of 2020

Mathew Fontanez, PharmD Class of 2022

Michelle Chin, PharmD Class of 2022

Thomas Boehrer, Class of 2021 and current Assistant Director of First-Year Academic Advising

Dawn Nguyen, PharmD Class of 2022

Nick McCreven, Class of 2020

Lara (Albrechcinski) McCreven, PharmD Class of 2022

Fred Hoffmann, Class of 2020

Brianna Corallo, Class of 2020

Kyla Porter, Class of 2020

Armando DeChalus, Class of 2020

Ilissa Kemper, Class of 2020

Noah Sausville, Class of 2020

Joseph Clifford, Class of 2019 and J.D. Class of 2021

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Charlie Wroblewski was named Legionnaire of the Year by the Nassau County American Legion at their Convention. He has been a Legion member for over 48 years and has served as Adjutant and currently as Chaplain at Edwin Welch, Jr., Post 1132 in Seaford, New York. He is active in various organizations in the Seaford Community.

St. John's College 1963

St. John's Law School 1966

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Co-authored a new children's book with my 10-year-old grandson, Luke.

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Co-authored a new children's book with my 10-year-old grandson, Luke.

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My grandson, Luke, expressed interest in writing my next children's book together.

We came up with the story of Sally, a lost stingray trying to find her way home with the help of a friendly sea turtle, after a hurricane blows her away from Stingray City, Grand Cayman, all the way to Cozumel, Mexico.

Together we selected photos from my underwater photo files, wrote the dialogue and text, and Sally Stingray Finds Her Way Home is now on Amazon, published by Best Publishing Company, December 2025.

Visit www.milabooks.com for more informaton, or check out the Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Sally-Stingray-Finds-Her-Home/dp/1947239368/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Y74SQUNDQB63&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ol5xwPdCs88Z-_iRSi5h7g.XfSyzUL4lwq-xqxgBps724wZflWWHPIBclPZCLoN4pg&dib_tag=se&keywords=sally+stingray&qid=1767325567&s=books&sprefix=%2Cstripbooks%2C128&sr=1-1

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Pat Farley Obituary October 15, 2025 - Smith Family Mortuaries & Crematory

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View Pat Farley’s obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

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I recently got married to my husband, who is also a proud St. John’s alum, in New Rochelle this past February. We went with fellow alum DJ Zeke, who did an amazing job with the music for our wedding! My husband Brett graduated in May 2017 and began his career in audit at KPMG, where he earned his CPA, and now works as a cost accountant at Marc Jacobs International. I graduated in 2015 from the School of Education and went on to earn a Master’s degree in TESOL from Hunter College as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from The College of Saint Rose. I’m currently a teacher with the New York City Department of Education. We’re excited to be relocating to Maryland soon and would love to connect with fellow St. John’s alumni in the area!

Email: Shaakira93@gmail.com

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New drug article by Robert J. Fuentes '77Pharm

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New drug article by Robert J. Fuentes '77Pharm

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Dr. Robert Fuentes, currently residing in Sarasota FL area, co-authored a major international review article with colleagues in Germany & UK entitled: Pharmacovigilance and bioethics: the importance of a neglected relationship. Published Dec 2025 in peer-reviewed journal, Frontiers in Drug Safety. Free download access at: Frontiers | Pharmacovigilance and bioethics: the importance of a neglected relationship

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Frontiers | Pharmacovigilance and bioethics: the importance of a neglected relationship

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This study examines the critical, yet often neglected, link between bioethics and pharmacovigilance—disciplines that collectively aim to ground drug therapie…

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Cecilia Donohue contributed to two volumes of scholarly literary essays in 2025. Her article entitled "Inspiring Travels with Charley: John Steinbeck and the Millennial Multitiered Quest" appeared in Steinbeck's Uneasy America: Rereading Travels with Charley", a volume published by the University of Alabama Press. In addition, her essay "Scaling the 'Ladder of Years': Anne Tyler's Trilogy of Aging" was included in Palgrave Press's Fiction and Poetry to Help Us Age: Criticism and Reflections by Professors of Literature. She currently serves as an Associate Editor of The Steinbeck Review.

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St. Vincent's College, 1974; College of Business Administration, 1980

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Steve's debut novel, Questioner:  An AI/Legal Thriller, will be released Nov. 18!

In addition to having been a litigator in private practice, Steve is also the author of the legal treatise Modern Privacy and Surveillance Law (Matthew Bender 2006) and, in seventeen years of writing semi-annual updates, has studied AI, Big Data, quantum computing, virtual/augmented reality, cybersecurity, and related issues.   Steve graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in creative writing, and received an MBA in Computer Applications and Information Science from NYU before earning his J.D. from St. John’s.

Questioner is a tale of adventure, challenge, love, and peril.

Meet Q, the spontaneously conscious corporate AI.  Q is the Singularity.  The AI that surpasses human cognitive abilities – secretive, murderous, with instant access to all the wicked experience of the world.

Racing against time, ex-judge Martin Bavarius, tech CEO Felix West, and Selena MacKenzie, the AI theorist/attorney who loves and may destroy both men, must discover whether Q is benign or the monster that will kill them all.

Visit www.steveposnerwriter.com to learn more or preorder the e-book or print edition from Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other online stores. And visit your local bookstore or library to ask for Questioner.

Thanks!

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Jim DeFilippi (BA SJC 1965) has a podcast in which he interviews authors and writers. It’s called BLUE SMOKE AND BLACK INK and you can find it on YouTube.

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Raziel G. Fuentebella Arcega '90SVC,'93MBA

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Raziel G. Fuentebella Arcega '90SVC,'93MBA

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It has been 35 years since my undergraduate years and I am blessed to own my own company, LNR Promotions. I am celebrating 20 years running it and loving every day.

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I am an artist with a recent exhibition at Moss Galleries in Portland and Falmouth, Maine. My work was recently acquired by Hudson River Museum in Yonkers, New York, and Maier Museum in Virginia. I also had a show at the St. John's University Dr. M. T. Geoffrey Yeh Art Gallery in 2020-2021.

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Susan Oliva, 1975 Pharmacy & Allied Health, B.S. Medical Technology

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Susan Oliva, 1975 Pharmacy & Allied Health, B.S. Medical Technology

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After graduation I moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL. I worked for 12 years at the Veteran's Hospital in Miami and then at the VA Outpatient Clinic in Oakland Park.

I then worked for the Coulter Corporation/Beckman Coulter from 1986-2009. When I retired, I was the Supervisor of Technical Training at their Education Center in Kendall, FL.

Once retired, I spent time with my mom until her death in 2013. Then in 2015, I relocated to Ocala, FL and live in an over-55 community called On Top of the World.

I joined a local Lions Club in 2017 and now in 2025 I am a Second Vice District Governor for District 35 L. In July of 2027, I will be the District Governor of 35 L and I will be inducted at the Lions International Convention in Washington, DC.

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College of Parmacy & Allied Health, 1975
B.S. Medical Technology

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This year I went on a pilgrimage with my church to Italy. Pope Francis had just died and Pope Leo was in Rome. Our church joined other churches from around the world for a blessing by Pope Leo. It was thrilling to hear our chuch's name as he blessed us. I still get goose bumps as I think of it.

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Charlie Wroblewski was named Legionnaire of the Year by the Nassau County American Legion at their Convention. He has been a Legion member for over 48 years and has served as Adjutant and currently as Chaplain at Edwin Welch, Jr., Post 1132 in Seaford, New York. He is active in various organizations in the Seaford Community.

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What happened? It feels like a moment ago, I was on the St. John’s campus, having the time of my life while I chased my BS degree in Computer Science. Then I blink, and here I sit as a recent retiree! After a brief time on Wall Street, I embarked upon an IT career with the DOE, and am now happily retired after almost 37 years! Onto the next chapter……I treasure the memories of my time at St. John’s, and proud to say I am still friends with 5 other alumni after all these years! As I always say, I look back, and I smile….. if any old friends would like to reach out, I invite you to do so at Dangym05@gmail.com

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St Vincents….B.S. in Computer Science…..Class of 1985

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Hello! I am a recent graduate of St. John's University (CCPS '25) and am currently attending Loyola University Chicago School of Law. I just recently finished my law school midterms and am feeling satisfied with my performance! I am interested in pursuing IP and Health Law. If anyone has any advice about law school or would love to connect, please reach out! kcontreras4@luc.edu

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In Loving Memory - Thomas D. Hughes, SVC '74

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In Loving Memory - Thomas D. Hughes, SVC '74

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It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of St. Vincent's College alum and The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies Dean's Advisory Board Chair Thomas D. Hughes.

Condolences may be sent to Petrina DiGangi, Director of Development (digangip@stjohns.edu) and will be shared with Tom's family.

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Obituary information for Thomas Donald Hughes

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View Thomas Donald Hughes’s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

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I was inducted into the Holy Cross High School, Flushing, NY, Hall of Fame in November 2024. Other inductees included Rev. Kevin G. Creagh, C.M., Ed.D. '91SVC, '04PD, a Vincentian and a member of the Board of Trustees for St. John’s University.

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In the summer of 2022, Nicholas and I moved to Seabrook Independent Living in Tinton Falls, NJ. After his passing on July 4, 2024, I was inspired to join the Choir of St. Anselm Catholic Church in Wayside, NJ. I have been recently asked to serve on their Financial Council as well.

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Arthur J. Mirante II was recently honored by HELP USA at the HELP Heroes night. Read the full article: https://www.citybiz.co/article/691237/savills-and-vice-chair-arthur-j-mirante-ii-to-be-honored-by-help-usa-at-help-heroes-night-on-june-12/

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Savills and Vice Chair Arthur J. Mirante II to be Honored by HELP USA at HELP Heroes Night on June 12

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Renowned national homeless services provider to kick off 40th anniversary celebration at annual fundraising event Savills is pleased to announce... Read More

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My artwork was recently published in Modern Renaissance Magazine's August 2025 issue. This magazine is published monthly by Culturally Arts Collective featuring international artists.

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I am happy to share that I was recently named the next President of Nashua Community College in Nashua, New Hampshire.  My tenure began July 2025.

New President Selected for Nashua Community College – Nashua Community College

I am a proud graduate of St. John's College (1993) - Environmental Studies / Ecology.

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My son and I visited the Azores in August and I was amazed at a place so intriguing that I had never heard of. I would encourage everyone to visit and enjoy.

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Joan Morogiello-Caliendo, Class of 1983 and 1985

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Joan Morogiello-Caliendo, Class of 1983 and 1985

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July 2025- alumnus Joan Morogiello-Caliendo launched her first podcast entitled”Crowning Around” !

It embodies hustle, humor and a hint of hairspray!

Joan - class of ‘83 and ‘85  has her program aired LIVE every other Tuesday on all streaming services from YouTube to Facebook!

Her alma mater is featured often❣️

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Nancy Marie Lizzul '96SVC, BA in Journalism

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Nancy Marie Lizzul '96SVC, BA in Journalism

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My first novel, Loving a Sweet Cowboy has recently been published.

Debut Novel Loving a Sweet Cowboy by Nanci-marie Lizzul Explores Love, Illness, and Redemption in Small-Town Tennessee

A Sympathetic Tale of Heartbreak, Healing, and Unexpected Love

A Rugged Cowboy. A Life-Changing Diagnosis. A Love Story That Defies the Odds.

About the Book

Loving a Sweet Cowboy is a contemporary romance novel that blends the tender reality of chronic illness with the spark of unexpected romance. With themes of resilience, emotional growth, and self-discovery, the novel celebrates how love can find you, even when you’re not looking for it.

About the Author

Nanci-marie Lizzul is a storyteller with a passion for writing heartfelt, emotionally layered romance. A native New Yorker, she draws inspiration from life’s quiet struggles and sweet victories. Loving a Sweet Cowboy is her debut novel and a tribute to the power of love, community, and second chances.

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I obtained 3 degrees from St. John's, with my most recent one being an MLS in 2014. Shortly thereafter, I started my career at the New York Public Library, and just completed my 11th year there.

I've been afforded many opportunities to work directly with manga and its English language publishers, which has been a dream come true. I co-founded the NYPL's Best Comics Committee, have chaired other committees for Pop Culture Classroom, and the American Library Association's Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table. I've been able to review manga directly for School Library Journal, and have been a panelist at many conventions across the country.

The highlight of my career came last year when manga publisher Kodansha USA ran a pop-up in lower Manhattan called the Kodansha House. The pop-up featured a multitude of events, and I not only got to facilitate 2 of their book clubs but also moderate 3 of their Q&A sessions with prominent Japanese mangaka (Makoto Yukimura, Tsubasa Yamaguchi, & Kamome Shirahama). For this year's edition, I have also been asked by the production folks to moderate their 3 scheduled Q&A sessions, and I consider it an absolute privilege! Wouldn't be here without the NYPL, and thus, my STJ degree.

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Dr. Joseph Sanfilippo is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from  International Federation-Pediatric Adolescent Gynecology.  He is a distinguished alumnus of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science.  He was elected to the medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha. He is also a distinguished alumnus of Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA where he received his MBA. Dr. Sanfilippo is a Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility specialist at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine-UPMC in the OB GYN & Reproductive Sciences department as a tenured professor, where he is currently Vice Chairman, Reproductive Sciences.  Dr Sanfilippo also has an interest in pediatric and adolescent gynecology and was a founding father of the North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG).  He served as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.  Dr Sanfilippo published 30 textbooks that included surgical and medical aspects of gynecology, one of which was titled Sanfilippo’s Textbook of Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology.  He published over 140 peer-reviewed research publications and held leadership positions in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine for which he was president 2005-2006, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) and North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG). He was editor of the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology and Executive director of NASPAG. Dr Sanfilippo was named Best Doctors in America (Women) and Top Doctor for over 20 consecutive years. Dr.  Sanfilippo was known for his teaching and received the Golden Apple Award for medical student teaching.  Most recently, he has published, Expert Guide to Fertility, Boost Your Chances for Pregnancy, a companion book for anyone going through infertility and Everyday Medical Miracles, a compilation of over 60 true short stories written by healthcare providers.

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My husband and I met at St. John’s University 32 years ago. I was in the sorority Kappa Phi Beta, and he was in Lambda Epsilon Phi. He was also in the production of Grease, and I assisted with makeup for the cast.

We recently celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary, and none of this would have been possible without St. John's University as the place where we first met.

We have two beautiful children and live on Long Island. We've returned to St. John’s for the annual renewal of vows a few times, and we still stay in touch with our friends from those days.

I attended St. Vincent’s, majoring in Paralegal Studies, while Mike was in the College of Business, graduating with a business degree. My class was January 1991, and Mike graduated in May 1993—he’s a bit younger than me!

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John Mulvey, SJC, 2010 Government and Politics

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John Mulvey, SJC, 2010 Government and Politics

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Dr. John Mulvey graduated 🤬 laude from Virginia University of Lynchberg with a Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA)

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William Lauto, 1979 Environmental Studies

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William Lauto, 1979 Environmental Studies

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I would like to share my newest ministry brought about by connecting my Environmental Science work with the Shroud of Turin.

My research on earth's climate 2,000 years ago and specifically for the day Jesus was crucified, earned me a Speaker's position at the first International Scientific Shroud Conference since COVID. Organized by SEEK (Shroud Educational Endeavors Corporation) I was honored to present my research contributing evidence and credibility to all events occurring on the date in question.

I am also commissioned by Othonia in collaboration with the Pontifical University of Science and Faith in Rome to operate Shroud Educational presentations in the NorthEast of America.

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James Daniel Foltz Joins the Institute for Defense Analyses

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James Daniel Foltz Joins the Institute for Defense Analyses

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St. John’s University alumnus James Daniel Foltz joined the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) as a Research Associate in the Cost Analysis and Research Division of IDA’s Systems and Analyses Center. Daniel earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from St. John’s in 2018. He earned his master’s degree in economics from the University of Bologna in 2024. IDA is a nonprofit corporation that operates three federally funded research and development centers in the public interest. IDA answers the most challenging U.S. security and science policy questions with objective analysis leveraging extraordinary scientific, technical and analytic expertise.

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John '60C and Maureen Reilly (McGoldrick) '59 ED 

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John '60C and Maureen Reilly (McGoldrick) '59 ED 

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John '60C and Maureen Reilly (McGoldrick) '59 ED celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in July 2025. They both reside in Virginia and look back with fondness on the memories, good times, and friends of their days at St. John's.

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Beatrice H. Castano Wala, St. Vincent's College

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Beatrice H. Castano Wala, St. Vincent's College

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Dear fellow classmates,  I am very proud to share with you all the publication of my first book, entitled Letters to Paola. It is a two-year labor of love inspired by my 16-year-old daughter named Paola. It is a memoir of my life, touching upon the subject of mental health. The book is dedicated to my 89-year-old mother, who is still among us, and shares our home.

It is an easy read for it is only 36 pages long. It is available at www.dorrancebookstore.com, Barnes and Noble,  and Amazon. I ask for your support and feedback if you so desire. I can be reached at beatrice.wala@aol.com.

Thank you St. John's for giving me this opportunity to connect with the SJU community. ST. John's made a huge impact in my life, not only in my education,  but in establishing morals and set standards for every day living.

My maiden name back in the day was officially Beatrice H. Castano,  a graduate from St. Vincent's College with a Bachelor's in Science in Communications.

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Having retired from the US Government after 32 years of service at the Department of State and US Agency for International Development, I am now partnering with two fraternity brothers in Blue World Voyages. Blue World Voyages is a cruise line focused on active lifestyle cruising. Sport, health, and well-being are what Blue World offers in addition to opportunities to purchase on-board residences. We are currently completing fundraising and plan to launch our first ship in 2027.

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On October 1, 2001 I was activated to active duty in the United States Air Force. I served three years, Title 10 in both the US and overseas. While on active duty, I was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel and headed the Crisis Action Team at Andrews Air Force Base. After active duty was completed, I returned to my civilian occupation. I was also able to attend Iona College using the GI Bill. I received a Master in Science degree in Family Therapy and Marriage Counseling and worked with returning veterans. I am currently retired and a snowbird in Florida for the winter. I am happy to say that most of my success was due to the knowledge I received from St. John's University.

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Salvatore Michael Ferro (Ferrovecchio), 1965 College of Business

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Salvatore Michael Ferro (Ferrovecchio), 1965 College of Business

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I graduated from St John's in 1965 and was a member of Pi Sigma Epsilon fraternity while there. I then graduated from Infantry Officers Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia in March 1967 and then on to the Military Intelligence branch of the US Army. During my first tour in Vietnam in 1968, as the first Lieutenant, I worked for the CIA as the first Phoenix Program (since declassified) adviser to the Vietnamese in II Corps region of Vietnam. My second tour in Vietnam in 1974 consisted of intelligence collection for the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in Saigon. Serve for the next 40 years in various assignments for the DIA. Early in my assignment with the DIA, they paid for my earning a MBA from American University in Washington, DC. The last 15 years with DIA, I served as the Crogressional Liaison to the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence in the US Congress. During this 40-year time frame, I ran 4 marathons as well as participating in Civil War reenactments. Upon retiring in 2007, my wife and I relocated to Charlottesville, Virginia, where I grow grapes and make wine for our friends.

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I am retired after 43 years managing production operations, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs for a pharmaceutical company on Long Island. I am married with three daughters and five grandchildren. I am now living in Massachusetts.

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Paul Edward Dowaschinski, 1991 Staten Island Campus

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Paul Edward Dowaschinski, 1991 Staten Island Campus

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I have had a colorful life. Living in Los Angeles, China, and various other places. It has been fun. Thanks, St. John's University, Staten Island, New York.

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I graduated from St John's with a bachelor's degree in Mathematics. Then I joined the US Air Force and spent my 21 years as a weapon system instructor and evaluator before working in the command post. Part of my assignment was being able to serve as an airborne launch conductor for the Minutemen missile launch from Vandenburgh Air Force Base in California to be launched from there to atoll in the Pacific when the missile warhead successfully landed in the atoll lagoon. After retiring from the Air Force after 21 years I decided to teach middle school after having a bachelor degree in math, I added a masters degree in communications Lastly adding another bachelor's degree in education During my 19 years teaching middle school, I was able to get students interested in participating in the national day. My students were able to win the school championship, then the regional championship, state championship, and finish by advancing to the national championship in Washington, DC. All this was great, but a lot of happiness occurred when I assisted a brother-in-law in becoming a Catholic. I am now retired and enjoy my family members excel in their own lives. God bless all!

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Frank Anthony Sannino, 1986 St. Vincent's College

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Frank Anthony Sannino, 1986 St. Vincent's College

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My brother has a vineyard on Long Island, and I help him to make wine whenever help is needed. My brother Anthony makes the best wine on Long Island. I am 61 years old now and am semi-retired. I worked many jobs I am also an Army Lieutenant retired from 1992. I graduated St John's ROTC program in 1986. I am a 4th degree Knights of Columbus member in Southold, NY and do volunteer work with them serving my community in need.

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1986 St. Vincent's College, BS Criminal Justice

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Tracey Hodurski-Zaremba, 1995, College of Pharmacy

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Tracey Hodurski-Zaremba, 1995, College of Pharmacy

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Currently an Associate Professor of Pharmacy at Long Island University. Named Director of Dr. Murad's Inclusive Wellness Initiative at L.I.U.

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After graduation, I was drafted into the Army and was assigned to teach GED classes to soldiers who never completed high school. I married my fiancée, Ivette, and after my discharge, we returned to Long Island and raised 4 children. At the age of 44 Ivette succumbed to lung cancer.

I was employed as a Pharmaceutical Sales Rep for The Upjohn Company. I remained as a rep, a marketing associate, and recruiter for 30 years, winning the prized Upjohn sales Academy twice.

I married my current wife Julie and I have been retired for 25 years. We just celebrated our 38th wedding anniversary. For the past 13 years, I sing in the bass section of the Huntington's Men's Chorus. I also serve as a volunteer in the Food Pantry for St. James RC Church and am a part-time volunteer as an usher with Theatre Three in Port Jefferson.

Life is good, thank you St. John's University.

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I'm filled with pride and achievement when I think of the years that I spent at St. John's from 1962-1966 and then again from 1972-1974 when I completed my Master's Degree in Elementary Education. Since then, I have always kept up with Alumni News hoping to find familiar names of people I attended school with.

Being retired since 1996 at age 51, it was always a time for fun and relaxation. My husband, Walter, and I and our son John visited Austria very often, since Walter was from Austria and wanted to remain close to his nieces and nephews. Now my husband is an angel in heaven.

At age 80 years young, I will always have a special place in my heart for St. John's. Go Red Storm!

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Foster Garvey Welcomes Counsel Christopher Beaver to the Business & Corporate Finance Practice in New York

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Foster Garvey Welcomes Counsel Christopher Beaver to the Business & Corporate Finance Practice in New York

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Foster Garvey is pleased to announce the addition of Christopher Beaver as Counsel in the firm’s Business & Corporate Finance practice. He joins the firm from gunnercooke LLP, where he was a partner in the global corporate practice, advising on fund structuring, cross-border M&A and regulatory matters for clients in the U.S., UK and Europe.

Christopher brings more than 25 years of experience as a U.S. corporate attorney and UK solicitor. His background includes advising private investment funds, venture capital firms, family offices, registered investment advisors and operating companies on complex transactions, fund formation, corporate structuring and governance. He has worked extensively across sectors including technology, defense, healthcare, hospitality, cannabis, financial services and real estate.

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St. John's University, B.S., 1993. St. John's University, M.A., 1994.

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Greg recently joined ISC Group, Inc as Senior Vice President, Retirement Services. Greg brings 30 years of retirement plan experience and a passion for serving those in service to others. In his new role, he will help clients deliver impactful retirement plan solutions to their employees.

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1980 Tobin College of Business Administration

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I commuted from East Harlem to Queens for most of my classes. I was working at the Bronx DA Office for Victim Services as a Counselor and enjoyed all my classes at night, especially theology and Marriage and the Family class. I am thankful for my years at St. John's , it has made me the person I am today.

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Frank Petrizzo, Class of 1978, Grad School of Arts & Sciences

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Frank Petrizzo, Class of 1978, Grad School of Arts & Sciences

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New York State Court Officer. Retired in 2018 after 40 years of service. Served as a delegate with the NYS Court Officers for 20+ years at Manhattan Criminal Court. Currently, a member of the Richmond County Republican Committee and an inspector for the NYC Board of Elections.

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My Aunt Pat passed away on St. Patrick's Day in 2019. She was an incredible person who is missed everyday.

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Published Op-Ed articles, "In Memoriam" (Prof. Eugene Germino, Mathematics, St. John's University), Queens Gazette, Oct. 2, 2024; "Natural Immunity's Better," Queens Gazette, Aug. 28, 2024; "Masks Still Needed," Queens Gazette, July, 2024; "Diminished Protection," (Covid-19 Booster Immunology), Queens Gazette, Jan. 1, 2024; "Mystery of Christ Songs of Joey Manago," (CD and Scores), New York, 2002: Joey Manago Music; Top 50 (Gospel/Inspirational), John Lennon Songwriting Contest, 1999).

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After 67 years, I retired from practicing Law in January. Finally have more time for my Irish Ancestry/Genealogy interests and my 2 Goldens. My experience at St. John's was the foundation to my successes at NYU (MA) and Georgetown Law (JD). Could not be more proud to be an SJU Alum.

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Started my two publishing companies. My books blend history and literature. I was in Israel during entire Gulf War and South Africa during historic vote --both due to my husband's academic and other assignments. Will write about experiences time permitting. Just finished 3 volumes on family history dedicated to my nephew who just entered Marines (private publishing). My two presses: English Garden Talk Press and The St. Bridged Vineyard Press. Am currently studying AI for film projects. Received M.A. in History from St. John's 1973-75. Taught one glorious semester in Hawai'i where I was giving paper on Pacific history. Been a quixotic life but still plugging away.

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M.A. from History department. (I think 1973-75) 

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We recently closed another endorsment deal with Dino Luzzi Energy Drink, this one with Bad Dawg Sports. Valued in excess of $60,000, this transaction was made possible by my 42+ years in the sports industry. Soccer Long Island Magazine, which I acquired as I was retiring after 20 years with the NYPD, begining with the Pct. that covers SJU, where I have been doing Real Estate since 1989, put it together.

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I just recently completed 35 years of Federal service with U.S.Customs and Border Protection. Serving proudly at the Port of Entry @JFK International Airport, NY

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I just recently completed 35 years of Federal service with U.S.Customs and Border Protection. Serving proudly at the Port of Entry @JFK International Airport, NY

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Seventy years since I commuted from South Jamaica to 96 Schermerhorn! Doctorate in Chemistry 65 years ago, decades of research, 32 patents. Masters in Literature at Wesleyan 33 years ago to support my biography of Wallace Carothers, inventor of Nylon, "Enough for One Lifetime". Large publisher, small sales. Skier in my fifties, lived then in Steamboat Springs, CO. Grateful for a long life and the gift of decades of sobriety through AA. Live with dear wife Judy of 15 years near Greenville, SC where we do service and we both teach at senior ed programs at Furman University. Preparing a fall class on life in the US in  the 1930's. I have a couple of  memories attending the 1939-40 World's Fair and seeing the "World of Tomorrow." (What the world would be like in 1960.) Large, talented family, each leading productive and fulfilling lives. What a gift!

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In Cameroon on 26 June 2005 Africa reborn's invitation for lunch was honored by some top brass including the delegate of the delegation of social affairs in the Region of her seat in Cameroon, South West Region. It was for the charity to take advantage of the CEO. who was around to explain her mission to them who found it the leading donor in the Region. I expressed thanks for the prominence but disappointment as the leading charity since i had not even touched many major areas of the Region.

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Can’t believe it’s been 40 years since I graduated from St.John’s! I’m now retired from NYC Housing authority for almost 3 years. Worked there for 27 years as a Staff Analyst and worked at several insurance companies before that. I’ve been married since 1992. I have 2 grown boys 31 and 28 years old and have 2 grandsons ages 2 years and 6 months. Enjoying our retirement by traveling, cruising and babysitting. Always keeping busy!!

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Tobin College Class of 1985 BS degree in Accounting 

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Retired, NYC School System in the Flushing, NY area. My enjoyment is art and gardening. I have had many art exhibitions. My art concentration is known as abstract expressionism. I belong to a local book club and we meet monthly. I practice meditation on Zoom. My pleasure is also visiting my granddaughter at Harvard University (she will graduate in June 2026).

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Hard to believe it has been 63 years since SJU graduation and my BEP days. Retired and living in Cypress, Texas since 1970. Recently celebrated our 55 year anniversary with wife Geralyn. We had two children both married and live closeby. They have blessed us with 4 grandchildren. I am proud that all 4 have or are close to finishing having college degrees. Three have had academic/athletic scholarships.

I stay busy assigning soccer referees, gardening and reading. Thanks to my St John"s education I have had 3 different careers(Oil Industry, Insurance Management and teaching High School.

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Richard V. Licata, Class of 1973, died on November 3, 2023.

Richard graduated from Catholic University and received his Juris Doctorate from St. John's University. Upon graduation, Richard worked as an NYC ADA and then for several law firms before opening his own practice focusing on personal injury law.

Richard also enjoyed acting and pursued a professional acting career in Los Angeles in the early 2000’s. Richard appeared in dozens of TV shows as well as several feature films. Some of his acting credits include, "The Irishman", "Law & Order" (various seasons), "House of Cards," "Persons of Interest," "Boston Legal," "The West Wing," and "Two and Half Men". One of his most cherished roles came in a 1999 film directed by Jason Alexander "Just Looking" where he played opposite Patti LuPone.

Up to his passing, Richard continued to act professionally and practice law as an Administrative Law Judge with O.A.T.H. in New York City.

Richard’s wife Maria predeceased him. He is survived by their two children Christopher and Stephanie

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I spent the last 25 years as managing partner or the top grossing government relations firm in New York State. More importantly, Amanda and I celebrated our 40th Wedding Anniversary on May 5.

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After graduation I attended the Catholic University of Louvain- Faculty of Medicine in Belgium receiving my MD in 1966 -- followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Beth Israel Hospital in Boston.

Following two years in the US Army Medical Corps I went into private group practice (OBS-GYN), followed by Chief of Gynecology at Carney Hospital Boston- Returned to Long Island, NY in 1997- continued work in clinic- Became Chief of OBS-GYN Brookhaven Hospital June 2005-2013. Retired in 2024

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Jason Robert Danisi, Esq. works at the law offices of Horing, Welikson, Rosen and Digrugilliers, P.C. He lives on Long Island with his wife and children.

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In Loving Memory: John J. Mazzone '70CBA

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In Loving Memory: John J. Mazzone '70CBA

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The family of John J. Mazzone announces with deep sadness his passing on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was born in Schenectady on June 21st, 1948 to the late Joseph and Mary Mazzone. He graduated from Bishop Gibbons High School in 1966 and continued his education at St. John’s University, where he earned a B.S. in Business Management and managed and trained with the division 1 Red Storm basketball team under Lou Carnesecca. After graduating, he enlisted and was employed at the Stratton Air National Guard Base in Scotia where he met his wife, Barbara, whom he married in 1981.

John worked alongside his father at J.J. Mazzone Accounting and took over the business after his passing. John developed deep relationships with his clients and loved to talk about his family.

He was a devout Catholic and a beloved community member of the Mount Carmel congregation, the Elks Club, and the Old-Timers Baseball Club. He had a love of sports; he refereed basketball, soccer, and volleyball, and umpired baseball. He especially adored horse-racing and the New York Yankees, and continued to follow the St. John’s Red Storm basketball team throughout his life.

Muzz, as he was lovingly called, was a very happy, funny, smart, and kind man. He could make anyone smile and always had something interesting to contribute to a conversation or a tale to share about his childhood with intrepid listeners. Everywhere he went, he ran into people he knew; if he didn’t know anyone, he’d know someone by the time he left. There were no strangers, just friends he hadn’t met yet. John went out of his way to help others. He was adored by all who met him.

He is survived by his loving wife Barbara, his son Jeff (Rhona) Jordan, his daughters Karen (Bill) Smith, Courtney (Roberto Fragoso Brindis) Mazzone, and Alyson (Chris Abraham) Mazzone; his grandchildren Stephanie (Earl), Jess, William, Julia, Gael, and Riley; his great-grandchildren Emrys and Orym and his siblings, Joseph (Maureen) Mazzone Jr., Maria Mazzone, James (Joanna) Mazzone, and Carmel (Pasquale) Mastroianni. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He will be missed tremendously.

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Retired from Merrill Lynch after 30 years- health issues related to 9/11.

Volunteer at Archdiocese of Newark, NJ and local parish.

President of Townhome Association in Allendale, NJ- Volunteer

Owner of vineyard in Lodi, California.

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I will complete the Doctor of Education in Administration and Supervision from the St. John's School of Education in April 2025.

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Kathryn Della Ratta Grande '62Ed, '67GEd

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Kathryn Della Ratta Grande '62Ed, '67GEd

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I graduated with a B.S Degree in Education from St. John’s School of Education in 1962 and started teaching second grade in the Glen Head Elementary School. I received my Master’s Degree in 1967 from St. John’s School of Education. I taught eleven years and started our family. I then was elected to the North Shore School Board of Education and served for fifteen years.

Over the years I have been involved in several organizations. I was President for the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America for Loggia Glen Cove No. 1016 for four years. I also served for four years as President of the Long Island Zone of the New York Start Retired Teachers’ Association, now known as The Retired Educators of New York, and served on the State and National Legislative Committees. I am a member of the Glenwood Landing American Legion Auxiliary and was very active in St. Mary’s Parish in Roslyn, as Eucharistic Minister, President of the Parish Guild, singing in the choir and serving on the Parish Council.

I was honored by New York State Assemblyman Edward Ra in 2017 as a Woman of Distinction for my outstanding service to my community.

My husband Angelo and I will be celebrating our 56th Wedding Anniversary in July. We are proud of our son Ignatius, who is an attorney and our daughter Angela who is a pre-school teacher at the Alice Brown Early Learning Center at Adelphi University. We are also proud of our four grandchildren: Gabriel, Peter, Lily and Anthony.

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After graduation and working several jobs in television ( Lifetime, Rolonda, and Inside Edition) I completed 26 years at The People's Court television court show as the Senior Production Manager. I am currently working for CBS/ Paramount on the Hot Bench court show, as Production Manager, and am helping the show revamp after moving from California to the NY/ Metro area. I currently live in Central NJ with my wife Tracy and four children ( possible future Johnnies).

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University of New Haven

Masters 1998

Industrial-Organizational Psychology & Concentration in Conflict Management

Married:

Larry Pappas

Celebrating 25th Anniversary this year

Two Children:

Daughter (Joanna) is a freshman at NYU Stern

Son (Erik) is a junior at Cooper Union (Civil Engineering)

Athena’s background includes over 20 years' experience in human resources and public relations in the retail and telecom industries. She holds a BA and MA in Industrial Organizational Psychology and teaches part-time at the Tobin Business School at St. John’s University as an adjunct. Athena is the director of philanthropy at Forte Construction Corp., where she is dedicated to cultivating enduring relationships with business partners to spearhead fundraising efforts for projects aligned with the company's vision and cultural values. She spends her spare time with her family, enjoys traveling and looks for any opportunity to engage in charitable events.

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Joined Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP as a partner in the Washington, DC office in March 2025. Most recently served as Special Advisor to the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Chief of the FCC Enforcement Bureau, and head of the FCC Privacy and Data Protection Task Force. Previously served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the U.S. Attorney's Offices for the Southern District of New York and the District of Columbia, respectively, and as a Deputy Chief in the Foreign Investment Review Section of the Department of Justice's National Security Division.

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Paul J. Napoli '92L and Marie E. Kaiser-Napoli '89C, '93L

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Paul J. Napoli '92L and Marie E. Kaiser-Napoli '89C, '93L

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Paul and Marie Napoli make significant contributions to the legal field through their leadership at Napoli Shkolnik. Marie Napoli, as one of the few female partners leading a major mass tort litigation firm, has established a powerhouse law firm known for its excellence. Under her leadership, Napoli Shkolnik has achieved notable successes, including the $320 million Cuyahoga Opioid Settlement, the World Trade Center Litigation, and multi-billion-dollar settlements in the Aqueous-Film Forming Foam (AFFF) litigation. Marie's thought leadership on legal issues has been widely recognized, with her insights featured in prominent media outlets such as Associated Press, ABC, BBC, Rolling Stone, and USA Today.

Paul Napoli is a visionary leader in law, known for his historic billion-dollar settlements in Opioid, Environmental, and other high-stakes legal cases. His recent successful negotiations include four significant settlements with major corporations collectively amounting to over $14 billion for public water systems nationwide. Paul's commitment to advocating for communities affected by pollution has grown as public awareness of environmental issues has increased.

In 2001, the Napoli firm was located near the Twin Towers in Lower Manhattan. Following the September 11th attacks, he was appointed Co-Liaison Counsel in a class action lawsuit representing over 11,000 rescue and recovery workers. This lawsuit resulted in a $712.5 million settlement in 2010. Napoli Shkolnik has continued to secure significant settlements for 9/11 victims, including a $2.5 million settlement for FDNY firefighter Brian Kevan. Their efforts have also contributed to the reactivation and expansion of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, ensuring ongoing support for those affected by the attacks. Since 2011, the firm has recovered over $337 million for 9/11 victims. Paul is also a Board Member of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum.

Marie and Paul Napoli's achievements extend beyond individual cases. They play a pivotal role in shaping legal precedents and advocating for the rights of victims.

In 2024, through a gift from Marie and Paul Napoli, New York University launched a new initiative to target environmental racism. The NYU Law Environmental Justice Laboratory (EJL) works with partners, including impacted communities, to address longstanding environmental racism and build a just, decarbonized future.

Through their combined efforts, they have brought financial peace of mind to thousands of individuals and families affected by various crises. Their work continues to impact the legal community and the lives of those they represent.

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I have served on the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Jazz Society (CFJS) in Orlando, FL since 2023. The CFJS is a non-profit organization focused on preserving Jazz as America’s original contribution to the arts by presenting monthly concerts, promoting local musicians and providing scholarships for deserving young musicians. This latest aspect of my life journey is an outgrowth of my love of music and science.

After graduation, in 1965, from St. John’s with a B.S. degree in Chemistry, I earned an M.S. in Chemistry from LIU Brooklyn and then a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from NYU in 1971. That same year, I began my career in basic chemical research at Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, NJ. During our years in NJ, my wife, Gail, and I leveraged our love of music to support our two daughters as Band Parents in their high school marching band. In 2005, I retired from the Semiconductor Division in Orlando, FL capping off a rewarding 35-year career as a R&D scientist and technical manager in the telecommunications industry. During that career, I authored numerous publications in refereed technical journals, a book chapter and was awarded several U.S. Patents.

Since a work-related relocation to FL from NJ in 1996, I became a certified Master Scuba Diver who enjoys underwater photography of marine life. I have also served as an instructor in the Diving With a Purpose Program which partners with the National Park Service to map and document shipwrecks of historical importance in Biscayne National Park, FL.

As residents of Central FL, my wife of nearly 60 years and I continue to enjoy travel and our daughters’ families including three grandchildren and friends. We feel fortunate to live in a community with a vibrant jazz community.

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December 2024 named Chief Pharmacy Officer for CVS Health. Currently leading the CVS Health Specialty Pharmacy and Omnicare Organization.

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Recently retired after working 30+ years as a publicist for NYC cultural institutions (most recently at the American Museum of Natural History for 20 years). I was honored to have my paranormal mystery novel, The Aurora Revelations, selected by Kirkus Reviews as one of the 100 Best Indie Books of 2024. You can order my book at Amazon, B&N, or visit my author website at www.michaelwalkerbooks.com.

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Joseph L. Calabrese, Esq. was re-elected to another four year term as Village Justice for the Incorporated Village of Amityville.

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After a 40-year successful business executive career, I turned to writing. The Family is Everything is my fifth novel. Check me out...www.BobFarinaLLC.com

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Dr. Zacchea holds a bachelor's degree in accounting, a master's degree in management and a doctorate in international economics. His government service includes over 35 years of audit and investigative experience, program results, and performance audits throughout the United States and overseas. While with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) in New York he served as its Assistant Director, the Director of its Technical Assistance Group, and its Coordinator for Special Investigations. His other government service includes appointment as the Director, Office of Enforcement, U.S. Department of Energy, service as the director of an organizational development project in the Middle East, and instructor for the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions.

He was an accountant and auditor in private industry before entering government service.

Since leaving government service, Dr. Zacchea served as the Chief Resident Auditor and Financial Advisor to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission, Republic of Haiti, and has been engaged as an audit skills consultant for the United Nations, World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the US Agency for International Development, the European Union, and several public accounting firms.

His advisory work has taken him to countries in South and Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Pacific, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. In brazil he trained auditors in performance and forensic audit techniques, advised self-regulating organizations of accountants and auditors in Moldova and Bosnia-Herzegovina, conducted forensic audit skills training in Macedonia, Bulgaria, and Palau, and advised the Government of Armenia on financial management strategies. He assisted in the development of a national audit office for the Government of Ukraine; in Indonesia he helped improve the capabilities of the public audit sector, and in Kosovo he was responsible for enhancing the skill levels of the staff of the national audit office of Kosovo and strengthening its institutional capabilities. He also conducted training for each of these organizations in contemporary audit skills, including fraud detection and forensic audit techniques.

Dr. Zacchea has taught at the university level for over 30 years. He lectured at the New School University for Social Research, the University of Maryland, New York University, and Carleton University in Canada, and is currently an Adjunct Professor at Molloy University. He was a member of the teaching cadre at the US Government Accountability Office's Training Institute in Washington, D.C., and has developed and conducted audit and forensic audit training programs while serving as a technical advisor to governments throughout the world.

He has published articles in professional journals on the technical and behavioral aspects of auditing and is regularly invited to lecture and conduct seminars for professional organizations. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner, and a Certified Government Financial Manager.

His most recent article (co-authored), "International Corruption: The Republic of Indonesia is Strengthening the Ability of its Auditors to Battle Corruption," appeared in the Journal of Government Financial Management.

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I graduated from the College of New Rochelle in 1959 with a B.A. in English. My Masters in Education (1962) enabled me to have a career in education. I also learned a Masters in Special Education from L.I. University- CW Post. After teaching, mostly in Kindergarten, for 25 years I retired from the Syosset Public Schools in 1998. Upon retiring I became Wilson certified to teach dyslexic children. Working with special needs students became a most rewarding second career. I retired once again in 2022 and am now enjoying "Eternity Leave."

My husband Joseph and I will be married 65 years on December 26 this year, 2025. We have been blessed with 3 sons, 6 grandchildren and one great grandson born in June, 2024. When the College of New Rochelle closed due to a financial crisis Mercy University "adopted" CNR students and Alumni. I recently received notification that I have been selected to receive a Woman of Distinction Award at Mercy University in June 2025.

For the past 23 years I have been an active member of the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults now known as Order of Christian Initiation of Adults). It has been a real privilege to journey with people who wish to become Catholic and have an enriched relationship with our God.

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Retired Direct of Education from Heart Shore First Step Early Childhood Center. Enjoyed long term collaboration with St. John's University Service Day, Academic Service Learning Discover N.Y. and early Plunge opportunities. Grateful recipient of a liver transplant. Anticipate graduation of niece, Crystal DiBenedetto in Spring 2026 from Peter J. Tobin College of Business.

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I'm still a great Men's Red Storm Basketball fan. The alumni sent me a St. John's flag- it's flying right now during basketball season.

I still belong to the Alpha Delta Kappa, Zeta Chapter, a teaching sorority, we meet monthly and sponsor scholarships and altruistic programs.

I'm still in contact with friends in New York. I am so proud to be an alum of St. John's.

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After practicing law for 52 years I retired to a somewhat dull life until 5/26/24 when I was hit by a car as I was approaching the rear door of my parish church. I sustained a broken rib as well as a broken ankle bone and 14 stitches to my forehead, so well repaired you cannot see a scar. As I was in the hospital awaiting surgery in the company of my son 'the lawyer,' the driver came in to apologize. She noted she did not see me, a major admission, compounded by the fact two lawyers, active and not, were present. Fortunately, her carrier did not challenge my claim; unfortunately, she did not have much coverage, so my carrier will have to make up the difference. I am now almost fully recovered and am looking forward to walking my dog again.

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Having a wonderful retirement. We've had some pitfalls, but no need to go into that. Had an article published in World War One Illustrated about my grandfather's exploits as a doughboy in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, 1918. It was well received. Also, my novel, Herding the Wind, thanks to Caroline Fuchs, is now in St. John's Library. The four points of our compass are our grandkids. Austin 12, taught himself switch hitting and belts 'em out there both ways. Avery 9, had his pitches clocked at 47 mph. Savannah 7, and Charlotte 5, are deep into the Wicked craze. They can sing and dance just as good as the actresses on the screen. We get together frequently since we all live on the same block. Of course their bickering is a sometime thing, but we all vacation together and have a blast. My wife and I saw the whole gang playing tag on a field one day. I said "We created this." And she followed with, "It is good." However, unlike God, we don't need a day of rest. We're having too much fun!

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I am enjoying my retirement. I have two great kids and two great grandchildren. One of my grandkids just graduated from college and the other is finishing up his freshman year at the University of Dayton. I'm living on Long Island with my yorkie Rosie (a handful). I had a fulfilling career as a 3rd grade teacher and stay at home mom before I retired.

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Retired from the pharmaceutical industry in 2021 and currently work part time with disabled young adults for Independent Support Services (ISS).

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I retired from the Long Island Power Authority and presently employed with The Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island.

While at the Long Island Power Authority, I received my MBA in Accounting from Hofstra University.

Am always proud to be a St. John’s University alumni.

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I am a full time Professor at Southern NH University. Love it as I work totally from home here in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC www.rumblingbald.com

Lake Lure, NC

Teaching has allowed me to travel any time any place. Been to 67 countries since I started teaching. Come visit me here if you want a great vacation!

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After 40 years working at JP Morgan, while enduring several mergers beginning with Chemical Bank, I decided to retire in 2020. That year was also the year I turned 65 and it was also the 25th anniversary of my marriage to Patti. Retirement has been spent traveling and following our Red Storm basketball team around the country and enjoying every minute of it.

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I am a proud CNP with the Make-A-Wish Foundation! I lead our Chapter Investments on the Chapter Advancement team of the national office, overseeing investments in 57 chapters across the US and its territories. I live in Charlotte, NC with my husband of 9 years and two daughters, Gemma (4) and Sofia (1).

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After graduating from the College of Pharmacy in 1978, I moved to Philadelphia and married the young lady that I had met in the Catskill Mountains four years earlier. Together, we raised two sons and had three grandchildren. I worked mostly in independent, neighborhood pharmacies for about 25 years, before moving over to mail order,for the last 19 years of my pharmacy career. I retired in mid-2023.

In 2019, I lost my wife to cancer after a little more than 40 years of marriage. After a few years of being alone and lonely, I signed up for Jdate, an online dating service, where I met a wonderful lady from St. Louis, Missouri, who had lost her husband about 5 months before I lost my wife.  We hit it off very well, and after about a year-and-a-half of airline trips, I sold my house in Philadelphia and moved to St. Louis. We were married in August of 2024 and live in Chesterfield, a western suburb of St. Louis.

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My name is Dr. Peppericka Bonay-Martin.  I graduated St. John's September, 1988 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from the College of Business Administration.  My name at the time was Peppericka Asencio.

I received my doctorate in educational leadership and organizational management in May 2024 from Marymount University in Virginia. I was recently honored by Assemblyman Kwani O'Pharrow with a Woman of Distinction Award for outstanding community service for my work in trauma and human trafficking. I remarried a retired firefighter who served in Hazmat 1 during 9/11 named Sydney Martin.

I am currently the Director of Pupil Personnel Services for the Wyandanch Union Free School District, senior pastor of the Destiny House Christian Center in Freeport, NY and CEO of Women Intended for Excellence, Inc. (W.I.F.E., Inc.), a non-profit inner healing service provider that uses trauma-informed practices to address past pain related to sexual abuse and human trafficking.

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Dr. Leo V. Kanawada, Jr. was born in 1941 in Flushing, New York and educated at Bucknell University, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Education. His Master of Arts Degree in American History was awarded by The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, and his Ph.D. in History by St. John’s University, Jamaica, New York.

After serving as a decorated captain of Infantry, United States Army, with the Second Infantry Division in 1966 in South Korea and in the Vietnam War in 1967 with the 71st Assault Helicopter Company and as a platoon leader with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, Kanawada returned to his hometown and taught in the Hicksville Public Schools for thirty years. In the Department of History at Hicksville High School, he created and taught a Humanities Honors Program for the Gifted and Talented and was later honored and inducted into the Hicksville Hall of Fame. He was also cited in Who’s Who in New York, in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, and in The Directory of American Scholars.

After retiring from teaching in 1998, he published the following books. In 2011 after more than a decade of research, writing, and devotion, he completed the five volumes in The Holocaust Diaries (AuthorHouse), a novelized history series based on trustworthy historical evidence and credible research, documenting the extensive efforts of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Pope Pius XII that saved millions of Jews in Nazi-controlled Europe during the Holocaust in World War Two. A real labor of love. And with a deep sense of gratitude, inspiration, and affection for my mentor in the Department of History at St. John’s, the late Dr. Frank Coppa.

In one of his more recent books, his Vietnam War memoir entitled Captain, Infantry (AuthorHouse) –- which is a riveting and colorful account profusely illustrated by personal letters and a FACEBOOK page of almost 300 photos available for public use –- he provides a unique personal eyewitness panorama of his actions and activities as a U.S. Army ROTC infantry officer during his two-year, active-duty assignment in South Korea and in South Vietnam during the mid-1960s.

In this surprising, yet enlightening book, George Clinton: An American Founding Father and American Independence (AuthorHouse) –- who unfortunately is overlooked by many colonial historians as one of America’s Founding Fathers –-Kanawada provides an enthralling case study based again on trustworthy historical evidence and credible research of this prominent New York leader and his decision concerning American independence. As a general and a confidante of George Washington, he later becomes the longest serving governor (21 years) in our nation’s history and, as an antifederalist, serves as vice-president of the United States for eight years under Jefferson and Madison

And finally, in an inspirational account also profusely illustrated by several diaries and daily logs, a FACEBOOK page of 140 photos available for public use, personal letters and numerous newspaper articles, Kanawada’s book, The Jubilee Jamboree (AuthorHouse), provides an eyewitness portrayal of the activities and travels of the 1,700 Boy Scouts in the American contingent along with the more than 35,000 scouts from 90 countries of the world to a once-in-a-lifetime World Jamboree gathering in the summer of 1957 in Sutton Park, England, celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the birth of scouting and the one-hundredth anniversary of the birth of the founder of Boy Scouting, Sir Robert Baden-Powell. Dr. Leo V. Kanawada, Jr., at that time a fifteen-year-old Eagle Scout from the United States, was one of those young men.

Leo V. Kanawada, Jr., lives with his wife, Carol, in Long Island, New York.

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Graduate School of Arts and Sciences 1980

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Retiring November 2025. Systems Administrator (2003 to current) for Information Technology Services NYC HBA/DSS

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In Loving Memory: Roger Migne '09TCB, '10MS

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In Loving Memory: Roger Migne '09TCB, '10MS

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Roger Migne passed away in 2014 from Leukemia. He is survived by his wife, Theresa, who he lived with in Bellmore, NY. He was a CPA for Deloitte since his graduation.

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Arlene J. Augusta '62Ed and Peter J. Augusta '62C

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Arlene J. Augusta '62Ed and Peter J. Augusta '62C

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We are retired and living in Charlotte, NC. Our grandson and his wife are about to have our first great grandchild in April- a gift.

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3 granddaughters and 1 newborn grandson. All is good. Congratulations on St. John's Basketball BIG EAST Champs!!!

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Carl passed away on 3/19/2024. He was always very proud of being a graduate of St. John's. He worked in many areas of Pharmacy both hospital and retailer over many years. He was director of Pharmacy (8 years) at Alexian Brothers Hospital in Elizabeth, NJ. He retired in 2006.

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Hard to believe that graduation was 65 years ago, and retirement from Texaco 24 years ago. Life has been good to Kathie and me, as we have just celebrated our 57th Anniversary, and have been living in Greenwich, CT for the past 47 years. We have 3 happily married adult children and 7 grandchildren. In the past, I have been a 3 term member of The Greenwich Board of Estimate and Taxation. Currently, I am a 21 year member of The Greenwich Retired Men's Association (RMA) and a Past President. The Group meets weekly, and volunteers many hours to civic, health care, and charitable organizations. In addition, there is a lot of social interaction with golf, tennis, pickleball, and cards. Currently, I am the Leader of the Melody Men, the RMA Outreach Singing Group, who perform about 35 one hour singing engagements annually at senior residences, nursing homes, and civic groups. Lastly, I look forward to connecting with some of my Schermerhorn classmates in the near future.

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Matthew K. Flanagan '92L and Mary Carter Flanagan '93L

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Matthew K. Flanagan '92L and Mary Carter Flanagan '93L

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Hon. Mary Carter Flanagan finished up her term as the Mayor of the Village of Garden City. She serves as the Administrative Law Judge for the New York State Workers' Compensation Board.

Matt is the co-chair of the Disciplinary Board Representation Group of Marshall Dennehey, P.C.

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On May 23, 2024 I graduated with a Master's degree in history from Harvard University.