Peter Garvey passed away on September 5, 1989 in Yonkers, NY. He was 44 years old. He died of brain cancer nine months after the illness being detected. As informed by Ray Blanco.


Father Hauck passed away a few years ago. I went to his funeral at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church in Cornwall NY where he was pastor.  As informed by Tom Robinson.


I don't know if you know this but Tom Clancy passed away two weeks ago.  I attended the funeral. Clancy and I were in contact quite a bit through the years. we lived in the same town at one point. Tom Clancy was my link to all the past students from Dubois.  I will miss him.  As informed by Bob Faulborn Dec. 24, 1999.


The First school reunion of the alumni of Bishop Dubois high school of New York City will take place of August 6, 2000. The event is being organized by Father Driscoll, Mike Kaylor(1971) and Sean Murphy(1971).   An alumni from almost every class year was present.


Edward Doran, class of 1955, passed away on Sept. 16, 1998 as a result of a massive heart attack. He was 61.  As informed by his sister, Yankeesagainoct @ aol.com


Frank Finan class of 68 passed away in June 1994. I did not know Frank at Dubois but met him at JPMorgan. Frank was the brother of Andy Finan class of 70.  As informed by Ray Dowd.


Kenny Rankin who graduated from Dubois in the Class of 1968. Corrected, please see Newpaper Stories
Rankin was a major folk singer in the 1960s and 1970s   Today he is a respected Jazz singer. As informed by Ray Blanco.


Brother John Francis Colbert is reported to be better after suffering a stroke. He is out of the hospital and at Mount Saint Michael Brothers residence. 4300 Murdock Avenue Bronx, NY 10466.  He's looking forward to attending next year's reunion.


Br. Charles is now working in Florida with his community's elderly.  Br. James is still teaching in Rochelle Park, New Jersey.  Another person I contacted was a Brother Bernard.  He left the community, but has done Church work for many years and lives in the Bronx.  Fr. Pat Barry is a pastor in New Rochelle.   Monsignor Ward, Monsignor Hicks, Monsignor Fahey nd Father Hauck have all gone to God.   As informed by Br. Francis M. Haworth.


Ray Blanco is once again up for an Emmy award.  In 1999 he won the award for Best Entertainment Programming Series of the New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.


Ken Schappert made the front page of Sports Illustrated while at Villanova.  He is now one of the greatest high school track coaches in Florida.  As informed by Mr. Jack Lamb.


The 2nd school reunion of Bishop Dubois took place on September 30th, 2001.  Even the tragic event of September 11th which will be a dark day in history for all of us, didn't stop us from reuniting classmates, faculty, and friends of the school.  Although the total alumni was diminished to half of what was expected, the event was cheered by all as being successful.  This year's reunion included a band and catering to provide the approximately 100 alumni and their families with happy moments.  The web site of the event includes photos.


Rev. Buddy Quinn's triple bypass operation, I am pleased to report that he survived the surgery with flying colors and is recouperating at this writing.  Terry McTigue (Dubois-53) as rec'd on Dec. 10, 2001.


Father Jim Connolly (later Monsignor) passed away just before Christmas a few years ago.  He was a noted scholar of the history of theology (publishing a few books early in his career with Macmillan), taught English I think, and ran the library.  A very brilliant, funny man.  In his later years he was pastor of a parish outside NYC.  Terence P. Winch, 1963, as rec'd on Dec. 30th, 2001.


I think it would be appropriate for us '63 folks and the others that knew Ed Dolan, that he has gone to the great 'Senior Walk' above.  He was a good guy and liked by all.  As received from Jim Henry, '63 on Feb. 10, 2002.


Mr. George Gianfrancesco ("Mr. G") died suddenly last month.  He was 55 years old and had just retired from teaching.  He taught at Dubois the last year we were open, so many don't know him.  He was at the first reunion but missed the last one because of 9/11.  He taught English and ended his career a Chaminade HS on Long Island.  As received from Father Driscoll on June 22, 2002.


The passing of James B. O'Dowd on April 30, 2002.  James was a great friend from my old neighborhood and parish, Good Shepherd on 207th St., NYC.  He graduated from Dubois in 1970.  I not only knew him from Dubois but also from my old neighborhood. He was a gentle giant with a heart of gold and a great sense of humor.  He was one of my closest friends. Jim passed away in Ireland of a heart attack, while at his father's farm in County Kerry.  Jim attended last year's reunion and was good friends with Gerry Murphy and Jerry Frisbee, from Good Shepherd and Dubois.  Jim and I worked together in lower Manhatten at AT&T Headquarters back in the 80's.   We always kept in touch irregardless of changing job assignments.  He had just retired from Bell Atlantic/Verizon last year, and his untimely death at 50 years old was a real shock to myself and all of his friends.  As received from Angelo M. Penge on August 07, 2002.


Jim Hollan, Class of 62, was recently appointed the executive director of The National Child Support Enforcement Association. headquartered in Washington, DC.  The association represents approximatley 63,000 professionals in all 50 states and 4 US territories.   Prior to accepting this position Jim was COO and CFO of Oncostasis, Inc. a cancer research company in the United States and Canada.   Jim has written 5 books, two of which are currently on Amazon.com.  He passes along, for his friends who remember how creative he was with Classic Comics and crib sheets for Latin that he also served as the vice president of the University of Maryland for some time and he was appointed to two seperate White House advisory committees in the 1990's.  It just goes to show what the Dubois spirit will do.  Jim lives in Annapolis, Maryland with his wife and three cats.   As received from Jim Hollan on Sept. 12, 2002


The tragedy of 9/11 affected us all but more so for the families of two of our alumni.
Walter "Wally" Travers class of 1975 and James V. DeBlase class of 1974.
May they rest in peace.   We did not learn this until approximately one year after.


The 3rd school reunion of Bishop Dubois took place on October 6th, 2002.   Although less alumni were present than those that registered, the reunion was successful in bringing together many alumni and friends.  This year's reunion catered approximately 80 alumni and their families.  Please see the web site for photos.


My father, Robert O'Neill, graduated BDHS in 1964.  He was killed in an industrial accident in 1991.   As received from Shannon "bieda.wa @ netzero.net" on December 23, 2002


Rev. Hugh A. Dardis passed away on March 8, 2003. Former Pastor of St Joseph's Church in Wurtsboro, NY and teacher at Bishop DuBois High School, NYC. Beloved son of the late Christopher and Julia (nee Radigan), brother of Brother Christopher Donald F.S.C.    As received from Father Driscoll, Ed Thornton, and Peter Boylan on March 11, 2003.


The class of 1962 had a reunion on the 25th of September 2003.  The classmates attending the function will be meeting at a restaurant in New York.  The organization of the reunion is initiated by John Febles.  This was the first class reunion organized.


Walter "Wally" Travers, who graduated with us in the Class of 1975, passed away on September 11, 2001.   He was working as trader for Cantor Fitzgerald at the World Trade Center.  I heard about it from a good friend of mine, but was struck during the recent anniversary ceremony when his name was announced.
In memory of Walter Travers   As informed by Brian DahillSept. 30, 2003.

Fr. Brennan, now Monsignor Brennan is the pastor at St. Patrick's in Yorktown and Fr. Barry, now Monsignor Barry is pastor at Sts. Peter and Paul in Mt. Vernon.
As informed by Robert J. Cuddy Sept 30, 2003.

James V. DeBlase, is another Dubois alumni that was killed on 9/11 and is listed on the CNN web page.   He graduated with me in 1974.
In memory of James V. DeBlase   As informed by Billy Cullen October 2, 2003.

Brother Paul Stokes who taught biology at Dubois in the 50's was later the Academic Dean at Marist College.   He passed away about 20 years ago.
Brothers Brian Desilets and Andrew Molloy taught at Marist after leaving Dubois.
Ed O'Keefe '55 taught at Marist for 40 years.
Frank Swetz '55 and Martin Haggerty '55 graduated from Marist in the early 60's.
As informed by Ed O'Keefe '55 December 15, 2003.

Save the cross
John Febles called Br. Hugh Turley who taught at Dubois in the early 60’s and is now the Director of Development for the Marist Brothers.  He said that if we were able to save the cross, he was sure that St. Agnes H.S. would be glad to take it.  If St. Agnes did not take the Cross, Br. Hugh said the Marist Brothers would take for their place at Esophos N.Y.
As informed via email by him personally on January 31, 2004.

Alumnus, Ray Blanco, a classmate of 1973 seeks Democratic Nomination in Plainfield, New Jersey.   Congressman Bob Menenedez (Chair, Democratic Caucus in Congress) endorses him and even promises to contribute.
The Mayor and Council President are solidly behind me!  I will keep you posted as the adventure continues... Thank you again for your support...
As informed via email by him personally on January 31, 2004.

Alumnus, Carman Puma, a classmate of 1972.  President Bush's Business Advisory Committee has appointed Carman Puma to its committee he will be joining President Bush for dinner sometime in the Spring.
As informed via email by him personally on February 5, 2004.

Br. Thomas Edward taught at Bishop Dubois from 1947 to 1953.
Br. Thomas passed away on Friday FEB.13,2004.
A mass will be held at St. Richards, Miami, Florida on Tuesday Feb. 17, 2004
As informed via email by Gerry Derenthal on February 15, 2004.

In Memoriam: Peter D. Brown, class of 1961, passed away on April 7, 2003 as a result of a heart attack.  Pete was a good friend who will be missed by all who knew him.  He loved to laugh and his laugh was infectious.  He is survived by his wife Chris and their two children, Michael and Maureen.
As informed via email by Bill Vasiladiotis, Class of 1963, on March 9, 2004.

Peter Buenahora, class of 1967, passed away on October 8, 2003 after a long hospitalization from complications due to Diabetes in Yonkers, NY.  He was 53 years old.  A nearly life long friend, Pete grew up in Washington Heights and we attended school together from Incarnation thru our years at DuBois.  He was a good friend and is missed terribly.
As informed via email by Hector Pou on March 9, 2004.

From Alumnus, Ray Blanco, a classmate of 1973
This past Thursday, the Plainfield Democratic City Committee endorsed the recommendation of its screening committee to select Ray Blanco as the Party's choice for the City Council at Large seat and Don Davis for the Third Ward seat.  Blanco becomes the first Latino to be chosen by the Party for the Plainfield City Council.  However, there will be a primary since at least one candidate has announced his intention to challenge Blanco and another will challenge Davis.  April 12th is the deadline for all to submit their petitions.

   2004 PLAINFIELD N.J. DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS
   CITYWIDE AT-LARGE
   RAY BLANCO - 1,501
   BISHOP MICHAEL JONES - 838
   WARD - 3
   DON DAVIS - 474
   BRENDA GILBERT - 149
   TOM TURNER - 102

As informed via email by him personally on April 3, 2004
and updated on June 11th, 2004.

From Alumnus, Mike Rhett, a classmate of 1974
Master Sergeant Mike Rhett became Dr. Mike Rhett when he successfully defended his dissertation today.
As informed via email by him on June 15, 2004.

Congratulation to Br. Hugh Turley.
To the class of 1962 Br. Hugh went by the name of Br. Alphonsus ( Biology & Chemistry).
On June 20th Br. Hugh celebrated his 50th anniversary as a Marist Brother.
As informed via email by John Febles on September 2, 2004

I am saddened to advise that Richard O'Rourke, class of 55 died last week.
Richie was an outstanding basketball star and went on to play for Manhattan College.   He was a devoted high school teacher.
As informed via email by MIKE GIBBONS on September 13, 2004.

I am very sorry to report to you and our Alumni that I just learned today of the passing of Owen Igoe, class of 1950.  The date was March 18th of this year and was the result of complications from coronary disease.
As informed via email by Pete McMahon, class of 1950 on October 8, 2004.

I regret to report that Rev. Lawrence T. (Buddy) Quinn, a BDHS alumnus - class of 1957, Pastor of St. Ann's Church, Dongan Hills, Staten Island passed away on October 2, 2004.
Fr. Quinn had a distinguished career as a military Chaplain before spending many years ministering to the people of Staten Island.  He will be greatly missed.
As informed via email by Terry McTigue, class of 1953 on October 19, 2004.

Bill Keegan, class of 1960 passed away. He had hip surgery, then suffered a heart attack.
As informed via email by Joe Phillips, class of 1960 on March 30, 2005.

Bishop Dubois High School has finally lost the battle with the city and was demolished at the end of March 2005.
Operating from 1946 through 1976, the building offered a Catholic school education to a number of students.
The first graduating class was that of 1950 and the last 1976.
Thanks to Nick Viisconti, '62 and some firefighters, the cross was saved and temporarily moved to the 143 Street Fire House in Manhattan just before the fall of the building.
While we are at it, we should also thank Luis’ Vazquez’s, '62 wife Kenia who after reading a newspaper article, got the ball rolling.
John Febles spoke to Br. Hugh and was informed that the Brothers would like the cross for the Marist Retreat house in Esopus N.Y.
Thanks should also go to John Febles on the subject - P. Bournias.
As informed via email by John Febles, class of '62 on April 5, 2005.

Donald G. Whitmore, Class of 66, died Monday, May 30th, from complications from cancer of the prostate.   He was buried yesterday, June 2nd in St. Charles Cemetery, Huntington (L.I.), NY.  He was 56 years old on March 12, 2005.   Donald is survived by his wife Phyllis; two sons and two daughters.  His youngest is 13 years old.   He had been battling this terrible disease for over two years and had retired as a police officer in 2002.  The cancer had metastasized to his spine and bones.  He could not walk and endured agonizing pain.  Hopefully, he is at peace.
As informed via email by Jerry Whitmore, Class of '62 on June 4, 2005.

Monsignor McMahon, the last principal of Bishop Dubois High School, entered into eternal rest on August 7, 2005.  He was 84 years old.
The Funeral Mass was held today at Holy Spirit Church, Cortland Manor.
As informed via email by Father Donald Driscoll on August 11, 2005.

According to Dan McAllister, '62 , "Dennis O'Brien,'62 BDHS Student Body President in 1962, passed away 3 years ago from cancer."
As informed via email by Dr. Sinon OHalloran,'62 , on 17 Sep 2005.

Monsignor Kowsky passed away in the mid 80's after serving as chaplain to the NYPD as a full Inspector.
He was in charge of their alcoholic program and I understand that he was a very severe disciplinarian.   He had retired earlier as a Colonel in the US Army where he was a chaplain.  His brother was also a high-ranking police official in the NPD.
As informed via email by Don Greeley, on 17 Sep 2005.

UPDATED:
The Hugh L. Carey Battery Park City Authority in June of 2000 dedicated a plaza south of the North Cove in memory of Monsignor John J. Kowsky, former Chaplain of the Police & Fire Departments and former pastor of St. Joseph’s Chapel in Battery Park City.

As informed via email by Eugene McInerney and Mike Barry, on 2 May 2006.

Michael Larkin, class of 1959, passed away on Nov. 8, 2005.  He died from lung cancer after a very valiant fight.
As informed via email by Sandra Larkin, on 14 Dec. 2005.

Paul Fruscella, class of l960, passed away in December, he joined the NYPD in 1964 and I believe he retired as a Captain.
As informed via email by Joe Phillilps, on 3 Jan. 2006.

Maurice Fitzgerald, class of '49 (referring to grammar school) died on April 3rd, 2006.   He lived in Gunnson, Colorado and for a long time and suffered with Parkinson's disease.
He was a big strong kid.  He had a tryout with the Yankees and they asked him to go to their farm team in Binghamton, N.Y. but he refused the offer.
As reported to Ed McClain, Editor for the Ascension website by Maurice's brother Henry.
As informed via email by DJ Greeley, on 15 May 2006.

Ray Blanco, class of 1973, died Friday the 28th of July from an apparent heart attack.  He was 50 years old and president of the Plainfield City Council in Plainfield, New Jersey.  I never met him but know he was active politically in Central New Jersey.
He was a producer and popular activist as reported in the article from the Sunday Star Ledger stated.
As informed via email by Sergio Sanchez, on 31 July 2006.

Andrew Molloy ,who taught science courses at Dubois from 1953-56 passed away on August 19th at the age of 76.
A member of the Marist Brothers during his tenure at Dubois, Andy received his doctorate in chemistry from Catholic University and taught at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY for many years. He was the teacher and colleague of Ed O'Keefe and Frank Swetz of the class of '55.
As informed via email by Ed O'Keefe , on 31 August 2006.

Bob Dowling of Pelham Manor passed away on November 17, 2006.  He graduated from Bishop Dubois H.S. in 1960.
He was originally from St. John's Parish in Kingsbridge.  He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War.  He worked in the Telecommunications Industry.
As informed via email by Marty Halpin , on 21 November 2006.

Leslie Correa, class of 1970, passed away on July 22, 2004.  He was a retired High School Vice-principal in Conneticut.
He is survived by a wife and 3 children.
As informed via email by Frank Reyes, on 3 February 2007.

Al "Cookie" Latchford, class of 1950, passed away on July 19, 2007.
Retired City of Port Richey Police Chief of New Port Richey, formerly of Countryside and New York, New York, he died at the young age of 75.  Al was a U.S. Veteran who served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Hornet during the Korean Conflict.
Al enjoyed a 40 year successful law enforcement career as a New York State trooper, duty officer for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, sergeant for the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Airport Police, deputy with the Pasco County Sheriff's Office, and retired as the chief of police for the city of Port Richey.   He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and retired New York State Trooper Association.   Al enjoyed boating, fishing, traveling, conducting crime prevention programs, landscaping, and spending time with his family. Al will be missed by family and friends across the country.
He is survived by 8 children and 14 grandchildren.
As informed via email by Don Greeley, on July 20, 2007.

Phil Murphy, class of 1966, passed away last week.  He was a retired Court Clerk.
As informed via email by Phil Conran, on December 18, 2007.

Robert Durkin, class of 1961, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2007.  May he rest in peace.
As informed via email by Michael Casey, on December 24, 2007.

Jose Morejon, class of 1974, passed away on October 16th 1980 in Miami, Coral Gables.   This was just recently learned from other friends.
As informed via email by Federico Aquino, on January 24, 2008.

Wanted to notify all of Reggie OBrien's, class of 1957, death.  It's been almost a year, he left us on the 28th of Feb. 2007.  He will always be remembered as a gentle and loving friend and brother.
As informed via the Dubois Message board His little sister, Madeleine OBrien Guarnieri, on January 26, 2008.

Robert Brennan, class of 1954, passed away on February 21, 2008.
As informed via email by Michael Casey, on March 8, 2008.

A email discussion between Donald J. Greeley '53 and Tom Paterno '55
Tom, saw your entry in the BDHS website regarding alumni in Florida.
I graduated 1953 and after Military and career in NYS Troopers continued working for the State Police in Florida until 2002.
I've been a resident since 2/1982 and have lived all over the State.  We have several other grads here too... Roger Fernandez in Jacksonville, John Mustin in So. Daytonna.
Where are you teaching and residing? I live here on the 6th hole of the Tuscawilla CC in Winter Springs.
I have 3 brothers, 2 of whom graduated also from Dubois, Larry 1955 of Norwalk,CT and Bill 1958 of Atlanta,GA..
There were several other alumnus of BDHS who have since passed away, Al Latchford of New Port Richey and Bernard Connor, also of New Port Richey.  There was one more alumnus, Ralph Garcia of Miami but he finished school in Florida.   Hope this information meets your needs.
As informed via email by Donald J. Greeley, on August 30, 2008.

Gaetano Antonacci, Class of 1967, passed away on Friday 9/19/2008.
He was 60 years old and lived in Levittown, NY.  He graduated from St. John's University and had a career in finance.
More information can be learned from the Dubois message board.
As informed via email by Terry Holliday, on Sept. 22 2008.

Harry Colon, my classmate, class of 66 was killed in Vietnam in 1967.
Here is the information on Harry Colon and the link on the wall Panel 22W - Line 103.
Also this is my message to Harry.  May God bless him always.   He was a great friend of all of us.
SP5 - E5 - Army - Regular, Length of service 2 years, His tour began on Aug 7, 1968, Casualty was on Jun 21, 1969, In TAY NINH, SOUTH VIETNAM, HOSTILE, GROUND CASUALTY, MULTIPLE FRAGMENTATION WOUNDS, Body was recovered. As informed via email by Armando B. Clemente, class of 66 , on November 10, 2008.

John D. Kelly, class of 1957, my fellow classmates that my long time friend from Incarnation parish in New York, has passed away.  He died on Feb 7, 2009 after a 3 year bout with cancer.   He was 69 years of age, left a wife and 5 grown children and was a great father and friend.   He worked for Western Electric.
As informed via email by Patrick Hester, on February 12th 2009.

Sorry to advise the passing of John Reilly, class of 1975, who died in his sleep at his home in Richmond on July 22.   He was a couple of classes behind me at Dubois.  Probably class of 48.  He went on to St.John's, left NY and lived for many years in Richmond.
Donations in his memory should be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor.   As informed via email by John Donnelly, on July 31st 2009.

My husband was Tom Tevington, graduated 1967.   We were married midway through his tour in Vietnam; later had three children.
He died unexpectedly on Sept 30, 1987 at the age of 39.   He loved Biship DuBois and talked about it a lot.   I am delighted to find the website - he would have loved to have come on the site and reconnected with his classmates.
I would be happy to hear from you or any of the other alumni.
As informed via email by Kati Tevington   ktevtex -at- aol.com, on November 12th 2009.

Kevin McGuire a graduate from the BDHS class of 1969 passed away on Jan. 17, 2010.
Kevin lived in Sunnyside in Queens, N.Y. and worked for NYC Housing Authority.
While a Student at BDHS he lived in the Inwood Section of Manhattan and was a Parishioner at Our Lady Queen of Martyr's Parish.   As informed via email by Marty Halpin, on Jan. 19th 2010.

Steve Macklin a graduate from the BDHS class of 1974 passed away on February 06, 2010.
I talked with Steve Macklin's wife and she informed me that he died of a heart attack in her arms.
Steve played JV and Varsity basket ball in Harlem for Bishop Dubois.
For those of you who are in the greater Atlanta area, the wake and service will held on Monday February 15th, at the Allen Temple Church located on 232 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock Ga.
As informed via email by Mike Rhett, on February 06, 2010.

Bob Jockers, class of 1968, passed away.  Bob was residing in Florida at time of passing.
Tom Jocker's brother, class of 1965
More information here Robert Michael Jockers
As informed via email by Jim Theobald, on April 04, 2010.