Prayers for those who have died
If you would like to request that someone be added to our prayer list, please email alumni@ndpma.org.
Joey Caretti, the twelve-year-old son of Joe Caretti '84 (NDHS) and Lisa (Verkest) Caretti (Regina '84), was released from the hospital in March after receiving a cord blood transfusion to treat leukemia. The leukemia was a rare side effect to the treatment he was receiving for brain cancer. He is currently at home and recuperating. The family is requesting prayers that Joey continues to gain strength and that his cancer does not return. They wish to express their sincere thanks to all the individuals who have supported them during this difficult journey.
Doreen Vermiglio, long-time staff member at Notre Dame High School. During 1972 - 2005, Doreen served as secretary to NDHS principal, Bill Raymond, and to NDHS athletic director, Joe Spada. She also ran the school bookstore. Doreen is the mother of Ken Vermiglio '71 (NDHS) and John Vermiglio '87 (NDHS), and the mother-in-law of Joseph Connolly '71 (NDHS). Doreen is recovering from some medical issues and appreciates your prayers.
Addison Puma, the young daughter of Vince Puma '92 (NDHS) - underwent radiation treatments at St. Jude Children's Research Center in Memphis, Tenn., for an inoperable brain stem tumor. Addison is now home and continues to remain stable. She looks forward to her family's annual camping trip this summer. Continued prayers are needed for Addison's restored health.
Norman Kotarski, a beloved long-time educator at Notre Dame. Norm appreciates your continued thoughts and prayers as he undergoes treatment for cancer.
Marne Housey, wife of Michael Housey '84 (NDHS). Marne was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in June of 2011. The tumor was successfully removed and Marne is undergoing chemotherapy to ensure that the tumor does not return.
We pray for our deceased alumni and family members:
Edward J. DeSantis, attended NDHS from 1960 - 1963. 3-19-2012
Sandra Leon, grandmother of Brian Leon '95 (NDP), Bradford Leon '98 (NDP), and Allison (Leon) Poole '99 (NDP). 3-19-2012
Joseph Castelvetere, grandfather of Brendan Castelvetere '00 (NDP), Jeffray Castelvetere '04 (NDP), and Kristin Castelvetere '06 (NDP). 3-19-2012
Rita Sobczynski, grandmother of Justin Sobczynski ’02 (NDHS). 3-13-2012
Lawrence Schimeck, father of the late Lawrence Schimeck ‘60 (NDHS). 3-13-2012
Marion Tyler, mother of Timothy Tyler ’65 (NDHS) and the late Kenneth Tyler ’62 (NDHS). 3-11-2012
Bernard Zimmerman, grandfather of Jill (Zimmerman) Patterson ’98 (NDP) and father-in-law of retired NDP employee Charlotte Zimmerman. 3-9-2012
June R. Albrecht. Mother of Richard Albrecht '66 (NDHS) and grandmother of Mike Albrecht '84 (NDHS). 3-8-2012
John Balok. Father of Joseph Balok ’65 (NDHS) and grandfather of Andrew Balok ’07 (NDP). 3-8-2012
Harvey J. Cowan. Father of Dennis Cowan '74 (NDHS) and John Cowan '79 (NDHS). 2-28-2012
Michael Simek '67 (NDHS). 2-27-2012
Michael Ryan '67 (NDHS). Brother of Patrick Ryan '63 (NDHS). 2-26-2012
Helen Peters, mother of Richard Peters ’65 (NDHS) and Michael Peters ’67 (NDHS). 2-26-2012
William "Bill" Elsey '66 (NDHS). 2-22-2012
John Dugas '85 (NDHS). Passed away suddenly on 2-19-2012
Gary Radzik '69 (NDHS). Twin brother of Glenn Radzik '69 (NDHS). 2-18-2012
Eileen Ryan, wife of Kevin Hennessey ’75 (NDHS). 2-17-2012
Edward Eggly, father of Edward Eggly ’63 (NDHS) and the late Alan Eggly ’59 (NDHS). 2-10-2012
Joanne Erb, mother of Michael Erb '91 (NDHS). 2-7-2012
William "Bill" Loose, father of Chuck Loose '87 (NDHS). 2-3-2012 >>obituary
Bob LaPointe, taught social studies and physical education at Notre Dame High School and was head football coach from 1984 - 1991. Bob had a 42 year career as a football coach and teacher at schools including NDHS, Dearborn Divine Child, and Belleville High Schools, and Eastern Michigan University. 1-31-2012 >>obituary
Leo Walter Romanowicz, the uncle of Michael Krupa '72 (PC). 1-30-2012 >>obituary
Jane Kale, wife of Stephen Kale '70 (NDHS). 1-29-2012 >> obituary
Ron Slack, father of Alexandria "Alex" Slack '10 (NDP). 1-28-2012 >>obituary
Thomas Quinlan '68 (NDHS) 1-26-2012
Raymond Trzcinski '84 (PC), brother of Brian Trzcinski '87 (PC) and Megan Elizabeth (Trzcinski) Hoogerhyde '89 (PC). Son of longtime PC/OC/NDP coach, bus driver and game statistician, Vince Trzcinski. 1-25-2012 >>obituary
Iola Platz, mother of Rusty "Henry" Platz '60 (NDHS) and Thomas Platz '63 (NDHS). 1-24-2012 >>obituary
Dennis Puchalski, father of Randy Tumidajewicz '87 (NDHS) 1-21-2012 >>obituary
Mary Vittiglio, grandmother of Terry Kelly '02 (NDP) and Briana (Wiles) Kelly '04 (NDP) 1-21-2012 >>obituary
Donald Klucha '63 (NDHS). 1-11-2012 >> obituary
Helen Kozara, worked at Notre Dame High School in the business office from 1964 to 1977. Passed away at the age of 96. 1-11-2012 >>obituary
Chester Bury, father of Donna Kotzan, Vice Principal at Notre Dame Preparatory School, and Robert "Bob" Bury '71 (NDHS). Father-in-law of Joseph Kotzan '70 (NDHS). Grandfather of Kathy (Kotzan) Paul '08 (NDP), Karen (Kotzan) DeWitt '01 (NDP) and Michael Kotzan '05 (NDP). 1-8-2011 >> obituary
Michael Pisani, grandfather of Jeffrey Pisani '05 (NDP). 1-4-2012
Vincent Asaro, grandfather of Anthony Asaro '05 (NDP), Alysse Asaro (NDP) and Adrianna Asaro (NDP). 1-3-2012

