Benedictine High School - Benedictine Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1979 volume:

I Contents Dedication 4 Faculty 6 Mark Davidson Patrick Walden Activities 22 James Hackman Christopher Siemen Underclass 46 Steve Janko Gregor)' Sheredy Sports 68 Paul Augustine Anthony Pletka Seniors 104 Roy I la.ll Leo Tischer Business 129 David Lavrenchik James Powell Photographer Keith Donahue Cover Paul Shelling . l REV. THOMAS PODOBNIIC Benedictine High School oives a debt of gratitude to Rev. Thomas Podobnik for his forty-one years of invaluable service. Born in Akron, Ohio, and a graduate of Benedictine in 1931, Father Thomas's jobs have included Alumni Moderator, manager of the school bookstore, teacher for 41 years, and priest for 37 years. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy from Saint Procopius College, Lisle, Illinois. 2 REV DAVID VIZSOLYI For the past four years Rev. David Vizsolyi has given endless hours to the Class of 1979 as a guidance counselor and teacher. This is only a small part of his twenty-seven year legacy. Father David is a 1948 graduate oj Benedictine. He holds a B.A. in Latin from Saint Benedict's College and a M.A. in Religious Education from the University of Notre Dame. He has served as Assistant Principal, Dean of Men, bookstore manager, Subprior and Corporation Secretary at the abbey9 and Superior of the Brothers and Clerics. 3 YEARBOOK DEDICATION Benedictine High School has many unsung heroes — people who have worked long, hard hours for the glory’ of God as well as the glory' oj Benedictine. John and Mary’ Jane Siemen deserve the respect and gratitude of the entire Benedictine Family. The Class of 1979 and the Yearbook Staff dedicate to these two fine individuals this yearbook, and we give them our heartfelt Thank You. 4 . • 5 FACULTY Administration 8 Foreign Languages Fr. David and his studious students Mrs. Layton A Happy Fr. Benedict Fr. Anselm 9 Mr. Russ praying for help 10 Mr. Heyman English i i Mathematics Mr. Pillar Business “Come to me!” Fr. Holicrt 12 Mr. DiCeronimo ‘‘Thank you, Gentlemen, thank you.” Mr. O” Mr. O'Shaughnessy Br. Theodore i 13 Science Mr. Paisa Mr. Rados Fr. Clement u Social Studies Mr. Rufus Mr. Csas ar 15 Mr. Mastrey Fr. Christopher Theology 1 16 Fr. Tim eyes the situation Fr. Joachim in Dreamland. Art “And what's your excuse? Br. Alfred Typing Familiar Faces Fr. Thomas Mechanical Drawing 17 Mrs. Kovalik Mrs. Kozak Mrs. Jason Best in the Midwest Fr. “Jo” Mr. Yoho 19 F A C U L T Y ' 20 “There will l e no detention tonight” II ACTIVITIES CHRISTMAS BALL The Christinas hall came alxiut clue to the cancellation of the Homecoming. 54 couples danced, partied, and just enjoyed the music of th. Rock On Disco. 24 The Booster Club Officers Are Standing (L to R) President Bill Steuart, Fr. Soa-chim OSB Moderator, and Raymond Sari-Treasurer. Sitting (I, to R) Florence Sheredy-Recording Secretary, Norm Hradek Vice President, and Pat Forest Cor responding Secretary. BOOSTER CLUB 25 ASSEMBLIES Bob Zappc entertains? Another Bob Zappe joke “This is a joint ” ZAP 27 STUDENT COUNCIL Mr. Heyer directs traffic as the fire dept, helps put up the “BEST OF THE BENGALS 78-79“ Banner. 1st Row: Moderator Mr. Fred Heyer; Rick Murray; Jim Foerst; Tony Pletka; Pres. Fank Olivo and Al McCullough. VARSITY frB” CLUB STUDENT LIBRARIANS 29 mm tv BAND Under the expert direction of Mr. Gary Yoho, the hand enjoyed a very successful year. The addition of girls from Regina, Beaumont and Notre Dame in the newly formed flag corps and drill team added color and sparkle to the marching hand. Beside the halftime shows, the marching hand also competed in hand competitions, marched in the St. Patrick’s Day parade, and sold fruit, cheese, and sausage to raise money for its second annual trip to Florida. While in Florida, the hand marched in the Easter Sunday parade in Disney World and played a concert for the residents of St. Petersburg. The Symphonic Band gave proof as to the musical ability of the group in its annual spring concert; while the Jazz-Rock Ensemble continued to wow audiences in its four performances. The hand says goodbye to Mr. Yoho this year. 30 MR.YOHO 31 Top How (L to H) Ray Hartke, Carl Mariani, Tom Fasolo, Jim Lacavera, David Dews, Dan Frate, Ted Hartke, Steve Janko, David tavrenchik, Kevin Riley. Second Row Sclwyn Powell, Steve Griffin, Steve Arvai.Mike Rapsik, Paul Matousek, Tony Pletka, Chris Siemen, Paul Augustine, Boh Kellner, Keith Donahue, Ed Prat nick. Sitting Rich Jendrix, Dave Hradek, Tony Poole, Jim Hackman, Mark Davidson, Jeff Molchan, James Powell, Paul Shelling. Kneeling Dave Schaefer, Todd Middleton, Ed Saunders, Roy Hall. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY 32 Moderator Fr. Anselm speaks at Annual N.H.S. Dinner OFFICERS OF NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Standing Secretary — Paul Shelling, Moderator — Fr. Anselm, Treasurer — Joe Mincek. Sitting President Leo Tischer, Vice-President — James Kopco. Abbot Jerome sjx:aks. 33 INTRAMURALS Football Champs H.R. 44: Back Row (L to R) Larry Stanton, John Sperha, Terry Preston, Jonathan Toney, Mr. Anthony Ross, Bill Siford, Paul Simanis. Front Row Pat Walden, Charles Wilhite, Mark Vanderbroek. Basketball Champs ll.R. 42: Back Row Coach August Bossu, Jonathan Harris, Al Jordan. James Lacavera. Kneeling Keith and Kenneth Hawkins. 34 35 GERMAN CLUB Top: Upperclass German Club Members GERMANY OR RUST! Bottom: Lower Class German Club Members. 36 FRENCH CLUB GOO0 LUCK FRENCH CLUB ON TRIP TO QUEBEC KEY CLUB Brother Phillip and the Key Club. Right: Tom Hackman moves his donkey off the court. Shaker Square Kiwanis Meeting. 38 SKI CLUB Moderator Fr. Timothy and the Ski Club. GUIDANCE R UNNERS Frs. Anselm and David and the (Guidance Runners. 39 the behibicTi yt- HIGH SCHOOL CL U pREse s Rose Alvarez (Mary Ellen St. John) M hat did I ever see in him? Rosie — Mrs. Phi Beta Kappa Peterson! Jim Hackman and Inline Combes Hugo + Kim Paul Shelling and Mary Ellen St. John Albert + Rosie Did they REALLY get pinned? Now their life is Rosy! 1 For he’s a fine, outstanding, patriotic, healthy, normal ... American Boy ...!?? Conrad Birdie — Alan Fugo You gotta Ik sincere! Bight: Arthur Miller’s ALL MY SONS In competition the club’s performance t(x k two silver medals; I eo 'Fischer and Dave Stakes; and a bronze Medal by Alix Kispal of Regina. 41 CHEERLEADERS CHESS CLUB Sitting: Gerard Breland; LeoTisher. Standing: Bichard Sipos; Andy Toth. 42 1979 YEARBOOK STAFF Standing: Jim Powell, Jim Hackman, Steve Janko, Dave Lavrenchik, Hoy Hall, Paul Shelling, Pat Walden, Keith Donahue. Sitting: Paul Augustine, Mark Davidson, Leo Tischer, Tony Pletka, Chris Siemen. Sprawled: Greg Shcredy. In spile oj a lack of funds, the 1979 yearbook jought its way to print. Left: Moderator Mr. Joseph Csas ar; Chiefs Jim Powell, Paul Augustine and Chris Siemen. 43 activities. 45 A CLOSER LOOK A T SCHOOL 1979 A6 Address to: BENEDICTINE Cleveland, Ohio SPECIAL DELIVER Y FRESHMEN— CLASS OF82 Freshmen Class Representatives: Seated: Bill Joyce, Chris I’revitc, Frank Matousek. Back: Bill Bush, Tim Riley, Richard Johnson. The class of ’82’ is a well-organized group of gentlemen. With several students showing leadership, they set and accomplished many goals. The highlight of their year was a successful fish fry on March 2, 1979. 48 Frank Matousek displaying his teaching skills “The Baby Bengals'' Principal Tim Riley. The halls of Benedictine. 49 Daniel Smith The Mighty Hulk ” stunned Michael O Seill looks at Couch Bossu. Gerald Codec 50 Statue of Chris Previtc Cino Dipaola, The Human Fly. 51 Just hangin ’ around Michael Browne Above: Brent Monachino gives you the look. Below: Mr. Ratios tells his class to watch the birdie. 52 Keep XVorkin! Boy! Hard at Work. HIGHLIGHTS OF FRESHMAN CLASS I've gotta headache! People enjoy all the fish you can cat. 53 54 Father Jonathan welcomes Freshman parents. Confused. Fr. William grabs a hot dog during the Frosh lunch period 55 SOPHOMORES — CLASS OF981 (Mass Officers: Standing: Goerge Askew, James Bohak, Kevin Guin. Seated: Fr. Christopher. Ronald Mutter, Michael Walden. The class of ‘81 accomplished many things during the school year. They put an end to a fine school year with a Sophomore Date Dance which was held in May. Michael Walden taking a test. Joe Caul. 57 58 Sary, Hcil, Kubek on the move. An artist at work. “I’m going home. 59 I can’t believe this test.” JUNIORS - CUSS OF ’80 ('lass Officers: Standing, Left to Right: David Hradek, Christopher Xohle, Paul Matousek. Seated: Kevin Riley. The class of ’80 enjoyed their last year as underclassmen under the guidance of Father Christopher. Working with the senior class, they put together a successful Junior-Senior Prom. And with many fine students and leaders, they should meet their goals next year as Seniors. Richard Todd 61 lr. Rados and a “few” of his students. Father William’s famous trig class. “Where is my locker?” SCENES AROUND CAMPUS 62 A normal classroom. 63 Always smiling Tony Poole. 9HOME OF CHAMPIONS’ war 64 65 Robert Mawby BENEDICTINE’S UNDERCLASS 66 67 68 CROSS COUNTRY Kneeling: M. Belton, B. Johnson, F. Matousek, R. Mayer, G. Williams, K. Walsh, K. Guinn, R. Solinski, R. Siehert, D. Gray, E. Kubec, R. Jablonski, J. Quinlan, J. Goggin. 2nd Row K. Hawkins, J. Spodnik, G. Ilertelendy, B. Collins, II. Brittain. S. Bruce, H. Pleasant. T. Thomas, P. Matousek, J. Peck, M. Pervoznik, D. Shaffer, Fr. Dominic. 3rd Row Mr. Levkanich, M. Woodford, D. Dews, T. Browne, L. Stanton, R. Henderson, F. Saunders. J. Mosby, E. Morris, S. McMillian, J. Harris, S. Jennings. Ed Saunders gives it his all '7’hi making sure nohody catches me!” (Tim Browne) Father Dominie accepts congratulations after a fine meet Continuing in their winning tradition, the cross country team Ixmsted a fine record of 12 wins, 3 losses. The lone 3 losses were handed to the Harriers by St. Ignatius, Chanel, and University School. In the Akron Firestone Invitational, a very prestigious meet, the Harriers won two team trophies — one for third place in the varsity competition, and one for second place in tin- J. V'. competition. In one of the most demanding sports at Benedictine, the cross country team repeats its winning season annually never jeapardi ing the winning tradition of the school. Fr. Dominic is to lx commended for his fine coaching as are the runners for their hard work and determination to uphold this tradition. 71 What am I doing in here?” FRESHMAN FOOTBALL Kneeling: J. Schwartz, M. Sonia, C. Federico, H. Schmilon, M. Cassidy, J. Worstener, N. Estrella, J. Brown, B. Manacliino, M. W hite, 'I'. Cranly, H. Thomson, B. Wilkinson. Second How: E. DiVincenzo, P. Ehagz, (). Nelson, P. O’Conner. W. Scott. A. Harnotowski, P. Haisco, D. Heim, H. Hobinson, M. O'Neill, I). Smith, C. Zullo. Third How: Mr. Hevman, J. McCroder, T. Manma, C. Meyer, K. Washington, D. Comatowski, M. Browne, A. S oes, G. DIPaola, C. Hosco, Mr. Pillar, Mr. O’Shaughncssy. I’nder a tough schedule this year, the freshman f x t-hall team turned in a fine winning season with a record of 1-2-1. The Babv Hcngals lost only to Holy Name and St. Joseph by a few points, and tied Padua 0-0. The team showed strong determination and good character in placing their tough schedule. Fine performances were turned in by quarterback Paul Ilrisko and running backs Mike O’Neill and Paul Fliasz. Ilrisko throws tinder pres- “What a day for a game? sure 72 73 The s;nup! 'BOWLING Z Top Row (L to R) Coach Russ, H. Clemens, J. Kuchta, G. Manning, F. Goode, M. Romine, R. Cline, D. Cash, R. Manning, V. Smith, Coach Falsa. Third Row Mr. Rufus, J. Goode, S. Modzelewski, M. Shantery, G. Askew, J. Buerger, K. Riley, J. Savage, D. Horton, J. Mismas, Coach Heyman. Second Row R. Thomas, T. Banks, G. Sheredy, D. Frate, P. Augustine, H. Evert, C. Siemen, M. Rapposelli, C. Holecek, V. Powell. Coach Mastery. First Row Coach Coach Bosso, J. Vroa, Manager T. Riley, J. Mincek, T. Glowik, D. Dove, W. Tucker, T. Pletka, D. Marshall, Manager, J. Goggin, T. Middleton. Missing: (M. Mariani, C. Manning) VARSITY FOOTBALL Featuring one of the toughest, (if not the toughest) schedules in Benedictine football history the Varsity Bengals proved that they could match any AAA powerhouse in Ohio. Teams such as state runner-up Berea, State ranked Massillon, Warren Western Reserve, St. Joseph, Wickliffc, and Dover were all to he tested and tested they were! Time and time again, the mighty Ikmgals gave it their all only to fall short in the closing minutes of play. The Bengal- came so close in many of the games, but could not jump the gap to victory and a possible state title. The Bengals did beat state ranked Wickliffc by a touchdown,and lost the last four games by only nine points, their efforts paid off when, at the end of the season, they knew they had beaten the state runner-up (AAA), Berea, earlier in the season. 75 ASHTABULA Augustine on the tackle Manning breaks loose field turn. CHAGRIN First down, Bengals 1 really wonder. Cod, if these guys have brains in their heads! Holccck protects Mismas as he unwinds Tochdown, Benedictine! 77 I didn t tell you to throw grass in his Mismas Ixxits it away face! 78 Time to pray for no injuries and a victory' 79 I Jrdn puts on the pressure 80 J w I L Wickliffe's defense is ready, and. . . Urda kicks the point after They won't see me, o[X'n the lid!” 81 Here come the Bengals! Augustine rolls right ELYRIA WEST Touchdown for the Bengals One last prayer l efore the game Our camera man. Mr. Bill Steuart 82 Fumble! First and ten for the Bengals 83 DOVER The Bengals push over for one more Pietka and Dove prepare for the tackle 84 LATIN Pletka gets the hall carrier along with a clip All eyes arc on the quarterback Coach calls the play in the last minutes The pain of it all! 85 FRESHMAN AND J. V. BASKETBALL 87 88 90 WRESTLING 91 92 RSIT JUNIOR VARSITY BMtBALL J+ - . 94 VARSITY TRACK 96 ' Nl « w THE BEST OF THE BEN GALS xiday z l {ay 25 at tns. zNl [azriott 106 THE JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM OF 1979 COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES THE CLASS OF 1979 109 Abbot Jerome MR w 'w A relieved Len Chipchak Ed Sanders — Valedictorian and Mr. Benedictine Frank Olivo — Student Council President A well-spent calculus class on escapes Normal senior pastime Jonathan Harris laughs out of a demerit. Roy Hall — Future Wimbledon champ Keith D. — Most likely to blow up the clctric co. Wrong-way Toth of the Bus pool. 113 Bill Yamhor persuades Mark to pay his fine. 114 Bu alka Fed James (hiudioiii Terrence Anthony Banks Ronald K. Case Mark Joseph Davidson Martin Walter Bicker Richard I-ee Buttitta Chipchak Donahue I James Terrence Foerst Cuice Charles Richard Daniel Joseph Frale Thomas Alan Glowik William Joseph Ciinii Mark Benjamin Friedman I -irrv (� rcen Michael John Cura 115 THE CLASS OF 79. . . 116 Strong. . . . . . wild and cra v guys. . . Gunn and Gura discuss world politics. 117 118 James Charles Hackman Robert Briimon Hargcr Keith Edward Hawkins Christopher Anthony Holccck Hackman Jonathan P. Harris Roy I Dili's Hall Theodore James Hartke George Zoltan Hertelendy Jr. Steve Paul Janko Fred Vincent Jones Anthony James Kenney David John I averenchik Marc Anthony Marian i Alphonso Capone Jordan James Joseph Kopco Michael Albert Madan David Martin Marshall Philip Francis Kali James LaCavera Craig Steven Manning Alfonso McCullough 1 19 CLASS OF 79 ACTIVITIES PAUL KEVIN AUGUSTINE - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Wrest. 1, Bsebl. 1 - 2, Hockey 2, N.H.S. 3 - 4, Class Pres. 2 - 4, Intra. 1 - 3, Yrbk. 4. TERRENCE ANTHONY BANKS — Bskbl. 1 - 4, Ftbl. 1-2-4, Track 1 - 4, Intra. 1 - 4. MARTIN BICKER TIMOTHY BROWN RONALD BROWNING KEVIN L. BROWN - Basketbl. 1 - 4, Intra. 1-4. RICHARD L. BUTTITTA - Band 1 - 4, Jazz Ens. 3 - 4, French Club 1 - 4 (treas.). Drama I, Screamin' Sax 4. BELA M. BUZALKA - N.H.S. 3 - 4 (treas.), German Club 1 - 4, Yrbk. 4, Intra. 1-4. GLEN CASE — Band 4, Bowling 1 - 4 (capt.). Soph. Class Treas., Track 1. LEONARD CHIPCHUK TED CHIUDIONIE - Ftbl. 2 - 4, Basebl. 3, Wrest. 4, Intra. 2 - 4. MARK JOSEPH DAVIDSON — Wrest. 1 - 4, Bennet 2 - 4, Yrbk. 4, N.H.S. 3 - 4, French Club 1 - 4, Intra. 2 - 4, Ac. Chall. 4. PA UL CLINTON DA VIS KEITH DONAHUE - Drama 1 - 4, Ski Club 2 - 4, Hum. Rel. 1 - 2 (sec.), N.H.S. 3 - 4, Yrbk. 4, Space Cadet. DERRICK DOVE Ftbl. 2 - 4, Track 1, Basketbl. 2-4, Key Club 1, Intra. 1 - 4. HUGH EVERT - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1 - 2, Track 2 - 3, Key Club 3 - 4, “B” Club 3 - 4, H. R. Rep. 2, Intra. 1 - 4. DWAYNE FAIR - Frosh Champ Track Team, Key Club, Chess Club, Band 4, Intra. 1 n mz -4. JAMES TERRENCE FOERST - Ftbl. 1 - 2, Basebl. 2-4, Intra. 1 - 4, (sec.) Student Council. DANIEL FRATE — Ftbl. 1-2-4, French Club 1 - 4, Hum. Rel. 1 - 2, Ski Club 1 - 3, N.H.S. 3 - 4, Intra 1 - 4. MARK FRIEDMAN — Varsity Wrestling 3 -4, Intra. 3 - 4. CHARLES CACUARDO - Key Club 1 - 4, J.V. Ftbl. 3, Drama 4, Hum. Rel.' 1, Intra. 1 -4, Space Cadet. THOMAS ALAN GLOWIK — Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1- 3, Basebl. 1 - 4, French Club 3 -4, H.R. Rep. 1 - 3, Intra. 1-3. LARRY GREEN — Hum. Rel. 1 - 2, Drama 3 - 4, Bennet 4, Space Cadet. CARLOS E. GUICE - Track Cross Country 1, Intra. 1-2-4. WILLIAM GUNN MICHAEL J. GURA - Wrestling 1 - 2, Key Club 1 - 2, Bowling 4, Intra. 1 - 4. JAMES HACKMAN - Band 1 - 4, (Hell’s Bells), Drama 2 - 4, Key Club 2 - 3, N.H.S. 4, Guid. Run. 2, Yrbk. 4. THOMAS HACKMAN - Kev Club 1 - 4, Track 1-2, Ftbl. 1-3, Intra. 1 -4. ROY L. HALL — Band 2-4, Drama 2-4, N.H.S. 3 - 4, Intra 1, Yrbk. 4. ROBERT B. HARGER - Golf 2 - 4, Intra. 1 -4. JONATHAN P. HARRIS - Track 1 - 4, Cross Country 1 - 4, Basebl. 4, Intra. 1 - 4. THEODORE JAMES HARTKE - Key Club 1 - 4 (Pres.), N.H.S. 3 - 4, Track 1, Intra. 1 - 4. KIETH E. HAWKINS — French Club 1 - 4, Track 1 - 2, Cross Country 1-3, Intra. 1-4. KENNETH E. HAWKINS — Track 1 - 4, Cross Country 2, Key Club 2, Intra. 1 - 4. GEORGE Z. HERTELENDY — “B” Club 2 - 4, Cross Country 2 - 4, Track 2 - 4, Intra. 1 -4. CHRIS HOLECEK - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basebl. 1 -2, Key Club 3 - 4, “B” Club 3 - 4. KEVIN JACKSON STEVEN JANKO - German Club 1 - 4, Key Club 1 - 2, N.H.S. 3 - 4, Student Council 3, Intra. 1 - 4, Yrbk. 4. FRED JONES - Spanish Club 1 - 4, Intra. 1 -4. ALPHONSO CAPONE JORDAN - Ftbl. 1, Hum. Rel. 1 - 2, Intra. 1 - 4. PHIL KALL ANTHONY KENNEY - Key Club 1 - 2, Intra 1 - 4, Drama 2 - 3. JAMES JOSEPH KOPCO - Band 1 - 4 (Pres.), N.H.S. 3 - 4 (Vice-Pres.), Track 1, German Club 1 - 4, Bengal Brass, Ac. Chall. 3 - 4. JAMES LACOVERA - N.H.S. 3 - 4, Gross Country, Intra. 1 - 4. DAVID JOHN LAVRENCIIIK - N.H.S. 3 - 121 122 Todd Middleton Steve John I niont Derek Novarro Parks Kenneth Paul Mullins Raymond Francis O’Brien Michael John Pekarcik Richard Cordon Murray Frank James Olivo Anthony Michael Plctka VVavne Robert Poussart Edward Pratnicki Edward Lorenzo Sanders, Jr. Gregory John Snereoy Janies Christopher Powell Terry Preston Francis Vincent Shannon Christopher William Siemen William Thomas Siford Vernon Mark Powell Michael Robert Rupposelli Paul Donald Shelling 123 4, German Club 1 - 4, Student Council 4, Intra. 1 - 4, Yrbk. 4. ALFONSO McCULLOUCH - Student Council (Treas.), Ftbl. 1 - 2, French Club 1, Intra. 2 - 4. MICHAEL MADAN — Hockey 3 - 4, Intra. 1 ■4. CRAIG STEVEN MANNING — Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1 - 4, Track 1 - 4, French Club, “B” Club, Intra. 2 - 4. MARC MARIENI DAVID MARSHALL - Basketbl. 2 - 4, Ftbl. 2 - 4, Track 2 - 4, Debate 4, Intra. 1 - 4. TOD MIDDLETON - Band 2 - 4, Ftbl. 2 -4, N.H.S. 3 - 4, Intra. 2 - 4, French Club 2, Bengal Brass. JOSEPH I. MINCEK - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1 - 4, Track 1 - 2, “B” Club 2 - 4, French Club 1 - 4 (3 Pres. 4 V.Pres.), N.H.S. 3 - 4(treas.), Intra 1 - 4. JEFFREY A. MOLCHAN - Class Hep. 1 - 2, German Club 1 - 3, Stud. Coun. 3-4, N.H.S. 3 - 4. Intra. 1 - 4. JOSEPH LAMONT MOSBY — Track 1 - 4, Cross Country 1-4, Intra. 1 - 4. KENNETH P. MULLINS — Ftbl. 1 - 2, Key Club 2, Ski Club 3, Intra. 1-4. RICHARD MURRAY STEVE NAGY - N.H.S. 3, French Club, 1 -2, Intra. 1 - 4. RAY O'BRIEN — Ftbl. 1 - 3, Coif 4, French Club, Intra. 1 - 4. FRANK OLIVO DEREK N. PARKS - Class V-P., Student Council Hep., Cross Country 1, Track 1, Intra. 1 - 4. MICHAEL PEKARCIK - Ftbl. 1, Basebl. 1 - 2, Ski Club 2, Intra. 1 - 4. % ANTHONY M. PLETKA - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Wrest. 1, Basebl. 1 - 4, Class Hep. Stud. Coun., V.P. 4, Guidance Hun. 3, “B” Club 3 - 4, Intra 1 - 4, Yrbk. 4, Morning Announcer. JAMES C. POWELL - Class Sec., N.H.S. 3 -4, Yrbk. 4. VERNON M. POWELL — “B” Club (V. Pres.), Ftbl. 2 - 4, Wrest. 3 - 4, Intra. 1 - 4. WA YNE PROUSSART - Intra. 1 - 4. EDWARD PRATNICKI - N.H.S. 3 - 4, Spanish Club, Intra. 1 - 4. TERRY PRESTON MICHAEL ROBERT RAPPOSELLI - Ftbl. 1-4, Stud. Conn. 4, Key Club 3, Bennet 4, Hum. Rcl. 1 - 2, “B” Club 4, Intra. 1 - 4. EDWARD LORENZO SANDERS, JR. -Band 1 - 4, N.H.S. 3 - 4, French Club 1 - 4 (Pres.), Track 1 - 3, Cross Country 1 - 4, Debate 4, Intra. 4. FRANCIS SHANNON — Band 1 - 4, Drama 3 - 4, Ski Club 4, Key Club 2 - 4, Hum. Rel. 1, German Club 1 - 4, Pep Band 2 - 4. PAUL D. SHELLING - Band 1 - 4, Drama 3-4, German Club 1 - 4, Jazz Ens. 3 - 4, Screamin’ Saxes. GREGORY J. SHEREDY - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basebl. 1 - 4, “B” Club 3 - 4, German Club 3 -4, Ybrk. 4, Intra. 1 - 4. CHRISTOPHER W. SIEMEN - Class Treas. 2 - 4, N.H.S. 3 - 4, “B” Club 4, German Club 1 - 4, Yrbk. 4, Intra. 1 - 4. WILLIAM SI FORD - Baseball 2 - 4. PAUL E. SIMONIS - Ftbl., Basebl., Wrest. JOHN P. SPERCHAC — Band 1, Wrest. 2 - 4, Intra. 1-4. LARRY JOE STANTON - Cross Country, Track. CHRIS SZUCH LEO AUGUST T1SCHER — Band 1 - 4, Drama 2 - 4, German Club 1 - 4, Hum. Bel. 1 - 2, Chess Club 1 - 4, Ski Club 2 - 4, N.H.S. 3 -4 (Pres.), Ac. Chall. 3 - 4, Yrbk. 4, Jazz Ens. 3 -4, Bengal Brass, Space Cadet. JON A THAN R USSEL TONEY STEPHEN N. TOTH — Key Club 1 - 4, Hockey 3, Intra. 1-4, Drama 3-4, Stud. Council, Band 1 - 3, German Club 1 - 4. WILLIAM TUCKER - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1 - 4, T rack 1 - 3. JAMES J. URDA - Ftbl. 1 - 4, Basketbl. 1 -2, Track 1 - 4, Intra. 1 - 4. MARK A. VANDENBROEK - Wrest., Ski Club 3 - 4, Student Council. PATRICK MICHAEL WALDEN - Band 1 - 4, Ftbl. 1 - 2, Intra. 1 - 2, Track 1 - 4, Key Club 2, French Club 2, Student Council, Yrbk. 4, Bengal Brass. CHARLES EDWARD WILHITE - Intra. 1 - 2, Key Club. DUANE WILSON - Hum. Rel. 1, Key Club 1 - 2, Chess 1 - 2, Intra. 1 - 2. WILLIAM YAMBOR — Key Club 1 - 4, Ftbl. 3, Drama 4, Intra. 1 - 3, Space Cadet. ROBERT ZOLDAK - Drama 2 - 4, N.H.S. 4. 126 Paul Edward SimonLs Christopher James Szuch Willie I Ce Tucker Patrick Michael Walden John Sperhac Leo August Tischer James Joseph Urda Charles Edward Wilhite Ijutv Joe Stanton Stephen Nicholas Toth, Jr. Duane Weston Wilson NOT PICTURED William Andrew Yambor Robert J. Zoldak Kevin L. Brown Paul Clinton Davis Jonathan Russel Toney If it iccren I the best. . . 127 We wouldn't be here. WOW! A pretty girl is a welcome sight. This game gives me a headache. Paul Augustine looks for a missing vector. 128 Ted Chiudioni meditates. Moderator Father Christopher Vice-President George Askew BEST WISHES CLASS OF 1979 FROM THE CLASS OF 1981 Secretary Mike Walden Treasurer Kevin Guin Sergeant-at-Anns James Bnhak 129 THE BENEDICTINE MONKS OF SAINT ANDREW'S ABBEY Bringing Man to God Through Prayer and Work Founders of Benedictine High School in 1927 THE BENEDICTINE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The 6841 Alumni Welcome the Class of 1979 130 STOUFFER'S SHAKER SQUARE Join the college crowd without getting lost in it. DAVIS BAKERY Not a Name but a Tradition Since 1939 14325 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 441 12 761-8000 THE CARNEGIE BODY CO. Cleveland, Ohio 44129 749 5000 Superior School Bus Parts Service An opportunity tor individual growth John Carroll University • Jesuit Coed - Suburban • Arts • Science - Business • Teacher Educ ation • An equal opportunity institution ANTHONY O. CALABRESE and employer • Cooperative education work experience JR. 729 Leader Building Cleveland, Ohio 44114 for information writ to m m ,..h„ciSun'S IB l°HN CARROLL Cleveland Ohio 44118 UNIVERSITY or call 216 491 4294 AS Phone: 696 4600 Best Wishes to the Class of 79 The John F. Gallagher SECURITY LOCK SERVICE Locksmiths — Alarm Systems 12530 Buckeye Road Mike Pavelko 561-3576 JoeJambor KOLO REALTY INSURANCE Frank and Helen Kolo Plumbing Company 526 2280 and 526 2281 Sincere Best Wishes to Graduates Industrial WESTLAKE FOODS Commercial EAGLE MARKET Residential 26965 Center Ridge Road The Excellence of Westlake 36360 Lakeland Boulevard Eastlake, Ohio 44094 Telephone: 946 4256 ORBAN'S FLOWERS 131 Good Luck Class of 1979 From Your President, Paul Augustine Good Luck Class of '79 Mary Jane, Jack '48 Jack Jr.'71, Ken 74. My Father was a Republican; my mother was a Democrat; 1 am a Roman Catholic. James C. Powell 1 and Chris 79 Siemen Good Luck to all the Graduates of 1979 Steve Naggy 1 To My Parents: Thank you for all the time, money, and patience it obviously took to get me through my high school years. With love — Leo Good Luck for the Seniors in the Future Duane Wilson 1 James J. Kopco 79 Band President, N.H.S. Vice President Good Luck to the Class of 79, the Best Behaved Class in Benedictine History' Coming to Benedictine was a move I'll never forget and one that I'll always remember, Thanks to my Good Luck and Best Wishes to the Class of 79. Bill Yambor. I beloved mother, family, and a special thanks to Mr. J. J. Conway. Good Luck — Mr. and Mrs. Richard Willner Sr. Alfonso McCullough The Best of Luck to the Seniors. Chris 81, Todd 83, and 1 the Rest of the Nobles. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Buttitta To four of the best years of my life 1 dedicate these to the following: My parents, friends, Drama Club Toga Parties on Stuart Drive Make Benedictine High School Thrive. members, and to my best friend Alix. Keith Donahue Cood Luck to the Class ot 79 and All I hose Who Follow. Class 79 — Good Luck! Good Luck Seniors — Mike Shantery '80 Good Luck and Best Wishes to all of my fellow Graduates. Mr. and Mrs. Dominic Rossi and Family Jeff Molchan 79 Gerald Godec 82 Good Luck and Best Wishes to All of the Class of 1979, and 1 hope success comes to us all. From Frank '56, Good Luck Graduates — Compliments of a Friend Michael 79 (Rappy) and the rest of the Rapposelli Family. Ronald Solinski, Class of '81 Fellow Graduates of 1979: Joann Joe Kopco '42, Bob 71, Bill 74, and Jim 79. Good Luck in Whatever You Do in the Future. Gregory Sheredy 79 Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence L. Evert and Family. Good Luck Seniors, from the Molchans, John 75 and Jeff 79 Best of Luck to Chris and the Rest of the Class of 79. Yvonne Ferrier 1 In Loving Memory of Silla Mariotti Good Luck from the Augustines 72, 75, 77, 79 Congratulations and Good Luck to the Class of 79 The Sheredy Family 1 132 Good Luck to the Class of 79 from the Kabat's — Fred '48, Mary Ann, Brian '78, Noreen. Good Luck Class of 79 Best Wishes from Bob and Sue Hilfer Mike Rapsik Best Wishes from James Lavrenchik 75 Compliments of Anthony T. Monachino and Family Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Schmidlin Best Wishes and Good Luck Class of 79 Mr. Ronald Trzcinski Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 79 Good Luck and Best Wishes Class of '79 s sgt John V. Pekarcik The Mincek Family Good Luck Class of 79 Best Wishes Now and for the Future Mrs. Pekarcik and Donna Mrs. Stambaugh, Michael, and Jamie Georgeson Good Luck Class of 79 Mr. and Mrs. David D. Vavro David '69, Don 72, Dale 77 Mrs. Zamaria The Albert Hromulak Family Our Best Wishes and Prayers to the Class of 79, Kay Best Wishes from Mrs. M. Pavelka Tomikel and Bob 74 Good Luck in the Future, Seniors, to All the Seniors — The Best of Luck. Good Luck in the Future. John Brennan Class of 81 Rob Harger 79 Congratulations to the Grads of 79 Good Luck to Shaft” and His Associates From Mike Hall's and Dverna's Walden 81 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beck To all of my Fellow Graduates: Richard A. Beck Strive for the best but always accept the worst. For in the end it will all make life worth the trouble. Best of Luck to the Class of 79 David J. Lavrenchik Kathy Kocak Best of Luck to the Class of 79 Class of 79 is the BEST. Rudolph '51, James 75, David 79, Jeff '81, and Aurelia Caporale the rest of the Lavrenchik Family. Noreen and John Sorna Best Wishes to the Seniors of 79 The Mariani's Maria, Diane, Darlene, M.J., Tina Mr. and Mrs. Gerald J. Hackman 79 From Fr. Timothy and Mrs. Kozak Joseph A. Kocab Good Luck Class of 79! 133 Congratulations to JOEMINCEK On Winning the The Father Florian Memorial Sportsmanship Award 1978 79 From the Hudac Family CLEVELAND TRUST Congratulations Buckeye — I 16th Office I 1534 Buckete Road Cleveland, Ohio 44104 Member FDIC REALTY WORLD CUv UnJ 28949 Euclid Ave. Wickliffe. Ohio 44092 Phone: 944 3300 1247 Hayden Ave. East Cleveland, Ohio 44112 Phone:851 7200 Maple Heights Catering — 663-7733 Weddings, Clambakes, Banquets Bican Bros. Funeral Homes 5215 Fleet Avenue Kipling Jewelers — 486 7670 15710 Kipling Ave., Cleveland Zele's Bar 15601 Waterloo Road Nationwide Safti — Brake Centers 16921 Euclid. 481-3370 Mary Ann Hackman, Realtor W.l. White Co. Hts. and East Sub. Lenny Kuczynski — Class of 63 New York Life The Sociable Sport — 461 -8680 5235 Wilson Mills Rd.,44143 AAU Shoes — Home of Champions Intermark Shoe Co., Cleveland Frank P. Haluska 39 Safety Consultant — 842-312 I Fund Raising With World's Finest Chocolate; David Rehm — 292-4971 Mancuso's Bi-Rite 4499 Mayfield Road South Euclid, Ohio 44121 Odess Plumbing Heating 12619 Woodland Ave. — 795 2000 B F Radio and Television 16517 Euclid —851 5156 DiGeronimo Builders Hartman Funeral Home May-Green Beauty Salon — 382-2700 1481 South Green, South Euclid Fleet Ave. Flower Shoppe 3761 E. 71st St. —641-2482 134 National Meat Market DPF Auto Center Sidney's Men's Wear Castellana s Cleveland Pizza, Inc. 2890 Club —2890 Woodhill Anthony Bonina N.I.S. 74 K-Fresh Farm Products — 232 6457 Steve Krascok — Class of 57 James A. Slapnik Flowers 6620 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland 20th Century Lanes, Inc. Good Luck Class of 81 Hagg's Lounge Czech Karlin Hall 5304 Fleet Ave. Baskets by Mauri Feren 241-0670 Bob Kay AMC Jeep 250 Broadway, Bedford, Ohio Smokey Pig —229 8347 2801 Woodhill Good Luck from Mayfield Importing 12018 Mayfield —421 4331 Western Reserve Women's Republican Club of Shaker Heights Murray Bender Shoes, Inc. 1315 Euclid Avenue World of Print — 351 -0064 Fortune Funeral Home 53 16 Fleet Avenue Stanley Jakosh Lawrence A. Fleming Nick Pelleccia BILL BROCK Chairman ut'Li cu n Vationat Com m i ttt £ Dwight E. Eisenhower Republican Center Washington, D.C. 20003 Sincere Congratulations to the Class of 79 LEN BUTTITTA’S NORTH AMERICAN SANITARY COMPANY INC. Offering Complete Sanitation Service 2108 Payne Avenue Telephone: 795 4110 A.J. HEIL FLORIST, INC. Flowers by McClements 921-3100 H.F. McClements President 3233 Warrensville Center Road Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122 135 The Senior Class Thanks MRS. AUGUSTINE MRS. SHEREDY MRS. PEKARCIK MRS. SIEMEN MRS. STAMBAUGH State Savings 10 Convenient Locations 1 1623 Buckeye Boulevard 795-41 10 ROYAL Insurance Service 8720 Greenwood Road North Royalton, Ohio 44133 Bob Lavdis 237 6482 Auto, Life, Etc. Let the Lord Be Your Leader Class of 1979 St. Joseph Christian Life Center 18485 Lakeshore Blvd. !Se [feoCCar (IK'is ( With STERLING Carpet Company 5400 Northfield Road Behind Pick N Pay Phone: 581-1900 Finish Your Education Otherwise We Can't Use You From a Local Business D O. SUMMERS CO. 16510 Chagrin Boulevard Dry Cleaning Same Day Service Joseph L. Meyers, Manager St. Benedict Social Club 136 J. PIAZZA’S BILL BRISKY HAIR STYLING SALON PRUDENTIAL 1028 Euclid Avenue 696 1240 The future belongs to those who prepare for it 771 2000 Since W1 ■ y v f I B.J. RUMPLIK SON DODD FUNERAL HOME lor all Photographer Artists 5337 Dolloff Road Cleveland, Ohio SHAKER SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER 13123 Shaker Square Cleveland, Ohio 44120 (216) 561-1500 CLEVELAND VAULT COMPANY MAPLE HEIGHTS CATERING We Cater to Weddings, Clambakes Banquets 6275 Halle Drive Valley View Industrial Park 17330 Broadway Avenue Maple Heights, Ohio 44137 Cleveland. Ohio Telephone: 663 7733 Thanks to THE MARSHALL JAMES (RED) SIEVERS COMPANY MOTOR CO. 6200 Mayfield Road Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124 4106 Mayfield Road South Euclid, Ohio 44121 Telephone: 449 1000 137 GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS Compliments OF‘79” FROM of THE a TERMINAL FRIEND RESTAURANT AND to LOUNGE The Class of 79 (Owned by Tony's Uncle) East 40th Woodland in the Northern Ohio Food Terminal BEST OF LUCK CLASS OF 79 BENEDICTINE PARENT-BOOSTERS CLUB 138 FRENCH CL UM-T 139 Congratulations Class of '79 from ST. BENEDICT PARISH Branch 34 of the SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL MOTTO: For God and Nation Organized July 4, 1905 BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1979 From the staff of BENEDICTINE BINGO Every Wednesday and Sunday 140 Good luck to the Class of 1979 From the NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Fr. Anselm — Moderator Leo Tischer — President James Kopco — Vice President Paul Shelling — Secretary Joseph Mincek — Treasurer jAKAB-TOTH G. CO. Funeral Homes I 1713 Buckeye Road 12014 Buckeye Road BEEF CORRAL RESTAURANTS MORELAND BEVERAGE I 3005 Larchmere Boulevard Shaker Heights, Ohio 44120 Phone: 421 5000 O'CONNORS' HEAVY DUTY TOWING Bishop Road I 90 Phone: 944 4400 FRED'S GARAGE General Repairs 1691 I Euclid Avenue Phone: 486 2665 LAKEVIEW AUTO RADIATOR 16917 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44112 Compliments of A FRIEND ROMY'S HAIR FASHIONS 5722 Mayfield Road 449 3563 and 442 9558 141 MARY PYMN MARY GADUS KAY PETROVICH BROTHER THEODORE ERNESTINE SABOL BEST WISHES FROM THE 142 CAFETERIA STAFF Photography Studio • Portraits • Weddings • Families • Babies • Passports • Special Events 'OWNTOWN 579-3700 PARMATOWN 888-2700 SEVERANCE 382-9000 WESTGATE 333-3000 143 THE RED BARN 11414 Buckeye Hoad Cleveland, Ohio % I