Class Notes / In Memoriam

The class notes/obituaries below correspond with the June 16, 2025 edition of the Alumni eNewsletter.

Class Notes

1969

John (Jack) DuBois was recognized in March 2025 with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the New Jersey Directors of Athletics Association, celebrating his 52 years of dedication to high school athletics in New Jersey.

1971

Several members of the Class of 1971 from Connecticut have been gathering for lunch every two months since reconnecting at their 50th Reunion in 2021.

Pictured left to right: Bill Esposito, Wayne Shepperd, Ray Valade, Melanie Demarais, Bill Kelley, Dan Micari P’97, Rich Giannino, and Mike Wilbur P’15.

1976

Paul Phillips ’76 and Mike “Gramps” Burlas ’76, P’07 have been spotted bringing laughter and spirit to local golf tournaments—dressed in costume to entertain fellow golfers and spectators alike.

2013

Charlsey Lynn Penney G’13 was honored with the Leadership Award from the Massachusetts School Counselors Association (MASCA). A licensed school counselor at Challenge & Reach Academy and a member of the Central Mass Association of School Counselors, Charlsey was nominated by four colleagues for her outstanding leadership in the field at both the local and state levels. Read More (Page 6)

2016/17

Jacqueline (Raftery) Cola ’17 and Ralph Cola ’16 were married on June 9, 2024, at St. Anne-St. Patrick Parish & Shrine in Sturbridge. They chose the location for its special connection to the Assumptionists and were honored to have Fr. John Franck, AA, Fr. Ronald Sibugan, AA, and Fr. Alex Castro, AA, preside over the Mass. The celebration was made even more special with many fellow Greyhounds in attendance.

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