St Bernards High School - Bernardian Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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JOHN McDONNELL FLYNN In the field of sports John never failed us. We will long remember his splendid performance as Jasper in “Everybody's Crazy.’ Although John liked fun and plenty of it, we always noticed his quick withdrawal when time for serious study was at hand. That he took his school work seriously is well evinced, even in his spirited pep talks at football rallies. The best of everything to you, John, in the future. ROBERT VINCENT FOREST Bob has been almost the whole class spirit himself. Small, but every particle of him a concentrated whole of fun and vitality, he seemed interested in everything—class work as much as sports. However, we think his chief de- light is modern music. May you make a grand success of it, Bob, whatever it may be—music, sports, or Uncle Sam’s fleet. FRANCIS JOHN FURLONG Francis forms one of our reserve units. Never conspic- uous for noise or demonstration, he nevertheless, was one of our important seniors, ever upholding the glory of our name by his gentlemanly conduct and class spirit. We are sure the military ranks will appreciate his worth, for it is his type they are ever seeking. Victory to all your endeav- ors, Fran. THOMAS EDWARD FURLONG Tom is our idea of loquacity. How we envy him when the English and History answers flows in abundance from his ever-ready lips! His goal is the Navy Air Corps where we hope no obstacle will obstruct his path to the heights of glory. Go to it, Tom, with all your might. 16

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GEORGE FRANCIS DUNN In George we have an ideal exponent of Catholic school life. He has maintained a high excellence rating for four years in all subjects while being one of the most active members of the class in extra-curricular activities. Among these we may cite his work as Editor-in-Chief of both the ’Bernardian” and the “Blue and Gold,” and also his splen- did, efficient service as sports manager. To further school interest he has always given unstintingly of his time, for which we vote him a hundred percent school spirit. The best of everything is our grateful and appreciative wish, George. RAYMOND ARTHUR DUPUIS Raymond. is a “best seller’ for our northerly suburb Cleghorn. Pleasant, genial, affable, he continuously made our class periods memories for the future. In all this it was not so much what Ray said, as it was the atmosphere he created by his presence. We will long remember this genial comrade, and wish him every luck for the future. PAUL WILFRED FARINEAU A tall, dark handsome youth will cross your path some day in the person of Paul. Two singular traits you cannot miss are his reserve and affability, once you have suc- ceeded in making him talk. But to reach that stage—there is the task. Our best wishes go to this worthy Senior, for we realize what depth there is in his splendid makeup. RICHARD FRANCIS FENNO For the last two years we've enjoyed Dick’s drumming at all our assemblies. Besides his musical ability, Dick has artistic talent also, His cartoons form a leading asset to the ‘“Bernardian.” Dick has taken the Technical Course, and is a member of the Spanish Club. Lot’s of luck in whichever career you choose, Dick.

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CHARLES JOSEPH GALLAGHER Charlie is another of our traveling students who bridges the gap between Fitchburg and Leominster every day. Be- sides, he has served as assistant manager, putting in many earnest hours in that capacity. Leominster has favored us this year with several advertisements for the ‘‘Bernardian”’ due to Charlie’s ingenuity and endeavors. For this and for all his efforts on behalf of the class we are forever grate- ful. Success always, Charlie. ROBERT HURLEY GORMAN “Bob” is one of the Spartan youth group of the Class of °44. Wherever there is a sports activity you will be sure to find him, and as far as we can discern basketball and baseball are his favorite pastimes. Bob’s interest in all school activities and his well-balanced capacity for seri- ousness and fun are indicators of a successful future. PETER PAUL KEAVENY Pete, although shy, is a member of whom we are all proud. His cheery smile has greeted us every morning for four years, and never has an unfriendly word come from his lips. Besides, being an earnest student, he is a good sport, and is one boy that we feel sure will take life the right way. From all of us, Pete, the best of luck in any- thing that you may undertake. ALFRED STEPHEN KILLELEA We will long remember Al as the tall, distinguished- looking senior who moved quietly from 31 to 24 etc. dur- ing our last year at St. Bernard’s. Alfred admires the Navy greatly, so it seems most probable that he will swell the ranks of the U. S. A. after graduation. Best of luck, Al, wherever you go. a