St Francis De Sales High School - Memoirs Yearbook (Newark, OH)

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Reverend Valdemar Cukuras Father Cukuras came to St. Francis from Rome last September. Father is from Lithuania but fled from his country during the German occupation. During the Most Reverend Michael J. Ready's visit to Rome he met Father and in- vited him to this Diocese. Since he has been here Father has been busy teaching religion to the iunior and senior classes, visiting the sick, and organizing the altar boys. He is quiet, sincere, patient, and radiates love for all he meets. Father has an extraordin- arily beautiful voice, He loves the vitality of the American youth and believes they are always eager to accept new ideas. His ambition is to help them with their problems. Father Cukuras has his first American citizenship papers, but he says he will probably go back to Lithuania some day because the need for priests is very great there. -1-. f- f , - Reverend Ralph Hunhingor Reverend Valdemar Cukuras Reverend Ralpn Huntzinger Father Huntzinger, the well-liked assist' ant of Blessed Sacrament Parish and religion teacher of the freshmen and sophomores, is truly our friend. Although he has many duties to perform in his own parish and teaches two classes of re- ligion each day, Father is never too busy to lend a helping hand. He is spiritual advisor for the Holy Name Society, C.Y.O., and Blessed Virgin's Sodality of Blessed Sacrament. Father is good at sports, excelling in bas- ketball. He is a performer in our symphony who is listened to with pleasure having very high ideals and much success in realizing them. Although ordained only a little over a year, Father has already more than proved him- self capable of carrying out the iob assigned to him. Page Eleven

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Sister M. Boniface, our favorite principal, came to St. Francis four years ago. At that time we welcomed her, not realizing the blessings which would be brought to us under her direction. Inspired by her, we have done our best in oratorical and essay contests to bring honor to St. Francis. Dramat, Glee Club, and Newsark' were originated by her. Sister produced and directed the first Passion Play which was performed by the Seniors. No one could have done more for St. Francis than Sister Boniface has, and we shall always be grate- ful to her for making the symphony of our high school years so beautiful that it will linger in our memories like the soft cadence of violins. Page Ten Sister M. Boniface Our Beloved Conductor -A

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Father Richard Crosser Father Edgar Hoffman Endowed with the spirit of fellowship and understanding, Fathre Edgar Hoffman is characetrized by his cooperation wtih others. All these qualities plus his versatility and wit enable him to work in harmony with various gioJps and organizations. Father's willingness to help those who seek advice or guidance makes him a vital asset to our parish. He is easily recognized in the streets of Newark by his white Henry J. Since his illness last December, Father has discontinued his Junior and Senior Religion classes. He can be assurred we shall not forget all that he taught us. Father thinks a great deal of St. Francis and its students and we know the students of St. Francis also have a special spot in their hearts reserved for him. Page Twelve Father Richard Crosser Father Richard Crosser, pastor and spirit- ual leader of Blessed Sacrament Church, is one of the backers of our symphony. Father is deeply interested in all that concerns the schools, he even provides a bus when it is needed for activities. In the five years that this dynamic priest has been in Newark, he has done many things to improve his church, school, and rectory. As he knows how to budget money he has accom- plished this without incurring a big financial debt. Father is at his best when he is caring for the sick. It is his wish that everyone receive the Last Sacrament and he is very punctual on all bed- side summons. He is kind and thoughtful giv- ing help whenever and wherever it is needed. He is truly a priest who cares for his people. Father Edgar Hoffman