Catholic Central High School - Shamrock Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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JOHN RICHARD DEAN-Sf. Anne-Dick is one of the prime punsters of Catholic Central. His reputation for a timely comment on current events is exceeded only by that of his amazing ability to cope with the toughest of mental prob- lems. A fellow as sapient and yet as humorous as he, could not help but moke a success of anything he turned his hand to. JAMES ARTHUR DECKER-St. arfin-Dapper, debonair, Jim is the last of the Decker clan that has for so long been repre- sented in our hallowed halls. Obviously the best was saved for the last, for his excellent record in every respect shows a keen mind and a willing heart. After a few years on the high seas, he will take up a technical course, specializing in Diesel engines. DONALD JOSEPH DE MAROIS-Sf. Br gid-Blessed with an engaging personality, Don put it to good use both in the business and social world. His flashing ond ready tongue have cajoled many a Yearbook ad from reluctant prospects, and have won the hearts of numerous members of the fairer sex. Intelligent and alert, he will soon start a successful career in the U. S. Army Air Corps. DONALD JOSEPH DENEWETH-Assump ion Grof o-Outstand- ing in all fields, Don ' s qualities of leadership were early recognized by his election as Secretary of the Senior Class. His ability as a student was only overshadowed by the more transient fame arising from his gridiron feats. A first class half-back, a first class student, and a first class fellow, his success is already assured. JAMES JOSEPH DERMODY-Precjous B ood-Smooth, suave, moving with an athletic glide, Jim may be seen quietly going about his school work with a determined and resolute atti- tude of persistence. A part-time employee at Standard Accident insurance Co., which is noted for its discrimination In hiring, Jim is preparing for the day when he will be a full-fledged graduate engineer. GERALD BERT DEYO— Visi a jon— Calm, cool and calculating, Jerry ' s active mind and quiet good humor have made him one of the most respected and well-liked fellows in the school. Moreover, an active and agile brain has successfully met and mastered a difficult schedule with results that are very gratifying and much needed by the Naval Air Corps which he has chosen as a future. 17

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SENIORS RICHARD EDWIN COOK-Sf. Matthew-A lithe, adept athlete, whose prowess needs no introduction to his fellow students, Dick likes oil sports and is indeed a versatile man of muscles and brains. This is the combination which will rank him high in both the Naval Air Corps and College, while such a sportsmanlike fellow cannot help but succeed in later life. WILLIAM ALPHONSUS CRONBERGER-Gesu-The essence of a gentleman, Bill is also very handy at the art of self defense OS all who have either seen or heard of his skill con well testify. A short term in the Navy where we feel certain that he will give his very best will prepare him for the hard grind of college later in life. THOMAS MAURICE COTTER - Gesu - Gifted with a glib tongue and on unerring sense of justice, Tom ' s future as Corporation Counsel will undoubtedly prove him to be one of the greatest names in political history. If his stay within these walls may be used as any sort of criterion, his ability to mix with others, will moke him as popular a figure in American History as his father, o Judge, is today. RAYMOND ROMAN COYLE-B essec Sacrameni-A natural business man and a very shrewd Manager, Roy monipuloted the financial end of the Shamrock, piling up all-time profit records. After monoging the Merchant Marine for a few years, Roy will proceed to astound the business world, we ore sure. EDWARD CHARLES DAHL-Gesu-Tall, laconic, Jim is a hard worker, burning the midnight oil night after night to make the most of his every course. Now in the service of his country, if he works half as hard at anything as he did here, nothing can stand in his way to fame and fortune. CHARLES ALBERT DAMM-Gesu-Charley has in four years, become a legend at Catholic Central. Club meetings ring with the sound of his gavel; for Charley is the boy most elected president in 1944. In addition, his great success in dramatics together with the fact that he ranks third highest in intellectual achievement in the senior class, mark him out OS the really outstanding graduate of 1944. His great love of outdoor life prompts him to aim at a place in the forestry corps. 16

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SENIORS GEORGE CHARLES DIETRICH-Sf. Brigid-The other half of the Gates-Dietrich axis, George will always be found in the center of a spirited debate, expounding his progressive views with skill and lucidity. A great humanitarian, he will devote his life to the alleviation of human suffering as a medical doctor. JOHN MICHAEL DILLON-Wsi ' tafion-Master-physicist, deadly eager, and all-around sportsman, Chicken has increased the blood pressure of many a Visitation coleen at the weekly dances. Good-natured and easy-going as he is, he has the happy faculty of doing the right thing at the right time. WARREN RICHARD DOIAN-St. Ambrose-When Warren came to us from Mackenzie High last year. Father Martin immediately recognized his worth and gave him the all- important, but little-praised job of student manager of the football team. Despite these pressing duties ond the burdens of homework, he still found time for all his hobbies, a good example of the art of living on 24 hours a day. JOHN MATTHEW DOWNEY-Gesu-Co-Captain of our City Championship football team, John well deserved this coveted honor for three years of hard practice and steady improve- ment. A fast, powerful center, and a perfect team player, John is now part of a bigger team, the Army Air Corps. FRANK THOMAS DUFFY-St. Cece ia-One of the foremost crusaders for more social activities around the school. Duff will always be found wherever good fellows congregate, adding his wit and charm to the enjoyment of any gathering. A sports enthusiast and on honor student, he plans to use his many talents in the field of civil engineering. GERALD DUGGAN—Gesu— Jerry is a fost-on-the-trigger Irish- man who will argue, fight or solve any intellectual brain- twister at the drop of the hat. A quick wit and a nimble brain have m ade him the consistent favorite in school or at play, and should do the same to an ailing public when he treats them as a physician. 18