I remember rosemary densa,tommy spinelli. He was so funny. Here is a list of surnames of some of the people who lived on the 2900 block of Lexington when I lived there: Cavoto, Rizzo, Meo, Lullo, Carnegio, Ciangiarulo, Dote, Barro, Brandinisio, Frank Cesario, I was in 7th grade when you were 8th with my brother John. My cousins, the Simones, lived next door. Why is there no record on the internet of this church and school? I loved Cabriniacross from Manley School. We lived on west Arthington. I remember you and your brother Joe Joe and your entire family. FR Lucky. Junior Achievement is here to support students, parents and teachers during this period of uncertainty. Their behavior and sense of humor are so similar to those of the people from the Cabrini neighborhood. My family lived on Polk Street about a half block east of California, and I started there in fourth grade. The school and church was a melting pot of ethnic flavors and reflected the neighborhood in which we lived. God bless you Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini. Visit fxw.org to register. . Edwards Sis.Phillips and Father Charles are some of the names and of course Mr. Rittenberg we attend Cabrini in the mid 60s. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 524 Ninth Street Wilmette, IL 60091 Phone: (847) 256-4250 Email Us Directions. Can you send me the photo? This is amazing to see your post. We are both retired. Was there a Geraldine Dote in our class? How is your brother Jerry? So glad I found this site. St. Francis Xavier Parish was established in 1904. The owners name was Carlo, not Carlos. Her brother, Robert, served in the army during WWII and was with Eisenhower when they liberated Dachau. Chuck had opened a bakery in Elmwood Park by that time. Father Coco coming to eat at our house, often. Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. Discover the schools, companies, and neighborhoods that are right for you. I believe that I remember you as having medium length brown hair. Pat Gallagher, I attended mother Cabrini from 53 to 61 we moved when I was in seventh grade I do remember Louis Rizzo and a soda fountain across from the school I think I took money out of my church envelope to go buy a soda one time and I was scared for a long time I used to fight with Louis Rizzo almost every day we were in school, I dont know if anyone remembers Father Lucky. Hi everyone. Does anyone know this story? Needless to say, Im proud to be a FXW parent! I remember you and your mom very well. Get Involved. Meyer's 12-yard return got St. Xavier within 21-16 with 8:54 left in the game. My email is LLt 125@aol.com if my classmates see this. I still have the cross. Ive often wondered what happened to this memorial. I remember Fr Coco and Fr Lucian and all the rest of those you mentioned. I lived right across the street on the corner of Harrison and California. We also moved to the Austin disyrict at the end of fifth grade 1960. On the corner of Taylor & Sacramento (I think ) there was a Sinclair gas station that had the old Do you recall the type of building? You may contact staff members directly below or contact one of the Parish offices. Its been a long time. We also have a. We can't imagine finding a better school for our kids anywhere, honestly. God bless you all. Bulley & Andrews served as construction manager for the new, 22,300 sq. x. . My brother Jerry also attended from 1958 to 1962. I think you and I shared the same class. I just meant it ended as we knew it when our Parish and school closed. Holy Name Cathedral Campus (HNC) 4th - 8th Grade. For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, please contact Archdiocese of Chicago directly. Hope to hear from you and others again! take care One of my favorite teachers was Eunice Woods and I remember Father Deffacy (Im sure that spelling is wrong) and having communion and other services at the church. The CCYL basketball season concluded today with thrilling basketball games and great shows of support all weekend! We moved out in 1960. My riding the Halsted St. bus was quite an adventure, too. We all had our special Nuns Sister Henry, Sister Louis, or Sister Phillips. I do on occasion see Joe Ponce at St. Philip reunions. We are still in the area, my brother is on the west side and Im in the western burbs. Are you related? BTW, did you see/read about the refurbishment/rededication of the St. Francis Xavier Cabrini chapel in Chicago last week? I would love to hear from her. About. We all then went to Cathedral High School. guide them to become hardworking individuals equipped with a strong I said I was and never mentioned it to anyone until now. We moved around from California & Arthington, Flournoey, Harrison, Taylor. I also remember the glass casket and how Mother Cabrini looked so real. Good to hear from you. The Frances Xavier Warde School integrates modern technology resources in relevant and meaningful ways to help students expand and apply their knowledge. Not on facebook but will check back periodically. I do remember you. I drove down California from jury duty last month and decided to go see my old block on Polk Street. We lived at 3045 W Polk and moved around 1959_1960. I remember Sisters Gertrude, Lucy, Evelyn and Fathers Florian and Morselli. The Family belonged to Holy Name society, and Lady of the rosaries Daughters of Mary, and so forth. I am not sure about this but I think I remember coal being delivered for the boiler. The attendance decreased to about 300 in 2018 or 2019. What memories! Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. The E-W streets in the neighboorhood were Polk. I remember Bernice as one of the fastest runners in school (YMCA). So sad to see what has happened over the years to the neighborhood. Lucien Morselli. I begin attending Cabrini in sixth grade following the King assassination and riots in 1968. I was also friends with Rosalie Guerrieri and Barbara Elia. There is a picture of a John Louis Coleman. ChatGPT is fascinating and alarming educational professionals. Angela Carmeline is my sister and Georgia is my first cousin. joe. I lived at 3014 W. Lexington and I went to kindergarten at St Francis Cabrini school. I sure do remember you! My younger brother Jerald LiPuma also attended school there he graduated in 1961. He then served your community for sometime. My mother used to drive so she helped the wonderful nuns run errands. Rdohealing.org is website for Father Ralph A. DiOrio Jr. Who was ordained at Mother Cabrini Church along with 4 other Priests on June 1,1957. Its been a a long time hasnt it. I graduated from Cabrini in 1963. It was the best time of my life. I loved this school and the nuns so much. Yes, that is very sad Cabrini had lost so many students and parishioners. St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is a private Catholic school system offering preschool through 12th grade Catholic education to the Fox Valley and surrounding communities. Prior to building the church mass was held at Granata Funeral Home in Italian on Sundays & my mother was 16 & played the organ at the mass. I was in fifth grade. Ive been reading these postings and remembering those old days. Hello Elizabeth I was in your graduating class back in 1963. The song Amen stayed in my heart and head for years. I did drive down Polk St. between Sacramento and California to see the church and the apartment building my family lived on Polk St. They were mainly fond memories. We adore and love our FXW community! Remember Bingo in the basement of the School? Professional development is noticeably encouraged as the educators are constantly bringing in new ideas to challenge and expand the horizons of our children. Maybe wear matching ribbons on our tops so we know were all from Cabrini. I remember our pastor, Fr. She lives in Orland Park now. Here's a roadmap to finding the school you want. Prospect. I just celebrated my 70th birthday as well! St Xavier University Annette Sessom is the person you are referring to her sister was Donna. I can also remember the neighborhood changed. We are both Italian-Americans who lives in Polk and Lexington streets, along with all our relatives. many years on my way to Cabrini school. The year is flying by but make sure to click here to view our events calendar to find out what's coming next. Contact Us - Saints JFX Parish Contact & Directions Below, you'll find contact information, directions and office hours for our two churches. It did not fail that on some of those days the paddle would come out and I would get a hand spanking for being late. I dont remember too much about my yr there but I vividly remember attending the wake at Granada Funeral home of a beautiful young girl (my age) that had died in the fire of Our Lady of Angels school. Please Contact the school for more information. Its the only memory I have of the school. My teachers were: Sr. Angelica Marie, Sr Natalie, Miss Smith, Sr Theresa, Sr Gertrude Marie, Sr Constantine, Sr. Raphael, and Sr Speranza. Sadly, my sister Joyce died last year. Hi Donna Fasone Blaha & Linda Manzella! I remember talking to my friend Stan over the phone at night practicing our Latin to become altar boys. Angela Paletta Cullen. I taught Spanish mostly at the high school level. wish we could talk more. SFX is led by Ms. Dolores Butler, a former Archdiocese teacher with a Masters in School . Hot dog & a bag full of very greasy great fries. This is Rosalie Guerrieri Wemple. My mom would bring us pizza for lunch at Mother Cabrini. It also supports St. Francis ability to remain competitive with area schools in providing a diversified curriculum, academic support, and special services. I am looking at our class picture as I write this. My grandparents owned an apartment building a half block from school at 2926 W. Polk St. and I often went home for lunch to watch noontime TV comedy shows. I think we went there at the same time. I went to school there from 1954-1960 (we moved when I was in 5th grade). I had posted some memories of my years at Mother Cabrini on this site in June of this year. 1983 Krissy Stone (Schwarzer) Created by: Krissy Stone (Schwarzer) 21 Photos. I always wished I had the gift of singing. When we attended school, we had morning and afternoon recess, and Lexington St. was barricaded at lunchtime so we could play in the street as well as in the playground. During one winter, a car slowly drove through anyhow and didnt see me crouched down to play with the snow. I presently live in SWFlorida. I would stay after cleaning the library and convent. Im Angela Paletta. Peppo the bully on the block. Best, Liz Terrones Class of 1963. Since Appleton's first Catholic school opened in 1867, our educational offerings have earned a reputation for strong curriculum, inclusive athletic programs, highly-acclaimed fine arts, faith-strengthening religious programs and spirited co-curricular activities. I attended St, Simeon in Bellwood for over 20 years. So many of your names are familar-Rosalie Guerieri-my mother was dear friends with your mother Mary growing up. St. Francis Xavier School is a private, Catholic school located in WILMETTE, IL. We lived on Flourney and Homan a little ways from the school. I remember that well! High School Science and Mathematics Teacher at St Francis Xavier College Greater Melbourne Area. The property was located on the poverty-stricken west side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois . So sad. I was in 4th grade when I went to have lunch in the new school basement. Wonderful neighborhood. More than 400 students, in You lived on California Ave., I think. Linda, I was a classmate of yours, graduating from Saint Frances in 1953. Its like yesterday. Was it Ronnie? take care They say you cant go back, but it warms the heart to read all of these happy memories and get reacquainted with all of you again. She was African American, first name Annette. Truly miss your relatives bakery, Espositos; the aroma of fresh Italian bread, and pastries! We lived 3400 w Harrison. We kept in touch and he concelebrated my wedding. I had never seen a live turkey before and I found myself surrounded by thousands. His boyhood friends have been getting together a few times a year just to keep in touch with each other. I graduated in 53 with Gerldine Dote. 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