St Marys High School - Blue Mantle Yearbook (Milford, MA)

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The superficiality of mere words precludes an adequate expression of gratitude. To an undiscerning eye, the word friend may appear trite and superfluous at this time. But when we apply this term to our principal, Father Donahue, it must as¬ sume a broader, deeper significance. In this instance, it takes on its true spiritual meaning exemplified in Christ ' s earthly life and ardently imitated by Hie ministers and hand-maids. We employ it to describe one who has been our shep¬ herd, our guide and our champion in Christ; one who has acted as our adviser and protector in times of stress; one who has undauntedly taken our part in the great battle of life and one who has willingly given us his time, hie energy, his in¬ tellectual powers— his very life— for the love of God. To Father Donahue, we of the Class of 1937, and every student who has ever felt the warm glow of his marvelous personality, owe an unpayable debt of thanks. Much that the school has done, much that its supporters have accomplished, indeed a large part of the fame that has come to it, may be credited to him; lending a helping hand, always ready to add his assistance to a worthy cause, always lead¬ ing the student body to its own betterment. He has earned the love and respect of every one of us. His bluff, hearty manner has won over the most critical among us. His flowing, rhyming logic has made his speeches unquestioned by any of us, his welcome instructions have kept us on the narrow path of morality. He has been our unfailing helper, adviser and friend. Father Donahue ' s name, his work and hie example shall remain with us forever. The memory of his untiring zeal in the service of God and the Church, shall be our light in the new world opening before us. May his labors and hie infinite kindness be justly rewarded by the Divine Master and Friend of us all. God bless you, Fatheri Claes of 1937