[35] The 2000 girls' soccer team won the Parochial North B state sectional championship, defeating Kent Place School in the tournament final. If you have any questions or would like to get more involved please contact our office: Jeffrey Knapp. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. A celebrated girls varsity basketball coach from Morris County died Monday night. |, Kevin Minnick | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com He was suspended from Roselle Catholic High School, too, according toa spokeswoman for the Archdiocese of Newark said over the weekend. Get the latest news, schedule, scores, roster, stats, standings and photos for the 2021-2022 Morris Catholic Crusaders Girls Basketball. Each year, Morris Catholic holds a Memorial Mass to honor the members of our MC family who have passed on before us. Morris Catholic High School is a four-year comprehensive Roman Catholic regional high school located in Denville Township, in Morris County, New Jersey, United States.It was founded in 1957 and is part of the Diocese of Paterson.Morris Catholic High School has been recognized by the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, the highest award an American school can receive. Morris Catholic is the leading Catholic high school in Morris County for coeducational, secondary education. He was formerly involved in the St. Vincent De Paul Society and was a board member of the Catholic Worker in Lancaster. See the article in its original context from. [21][22], The 1971 baseball team won the Parochial B state title with a 30 win against Gloucester Catholic High School in the playoff finals. Morris Catholic is dedicated to the goal of academic excellence for all of its students. [36] In 2012, the girls' soccer team won the NJSIAA Non-Public B state championship with a 10 win against St. Rose High School to give the program their 13th state championship, the most of any team in the state. "I'm happy we can be a part of this and help the family in any way we can," Clarke told the Daily Record and USA TODAY Network New Jersey in an interview. A former Morris Catholic teacher and volleyball coach accused of sexually assaulting two students met with one student at the Ramada in Rockaway Township, an affidavit says. Contact the Alumni Office and let us know whenever you plan on gathering with fellow classmates. User Agreement, Madison. Gannon said the suspect fled the scene, running south and down a knoll near the lower entrance to JCPenney. Harold Allan Morris Jr, 75, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA entered peacefully into Eternal Rest on September 22, 2021. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Goble Funeral Home in Sparta. "The fact that 40 years later, his friends and his family are going to gather together to remember him, I think that speaks volumes about who he was and what people thought of him. Thomas said his parents died a few years ago and he might not have chosen to publicly revisit his family tragedy if they were still around. She entered the congregation on Feb. 2, 1951 and professed her religious vows on Oct. 4, 1953. "This is not the world's greatest mystery," Mark Thomas said. Maybe he was a nut case. Sometimes he was tougher on the better players than the not so good players, because he knew they could do better. A reception was held at Morris Catholic immediately following the funeral Monday, according to the schools website. The website has raised nearly $5,000 by Monday afternoon and lists a goal of $15,000. Campus Ministry provides spiritual support, plans religious activities and reinforces a strong Catholic identity at Morris Catholic High School. Obituaries: Leonard Karst . Students have been sharing well wishes for Madison and the Torres family on Twitter, using the hashtag #WeLoveYouMadison. Morris Catholic prepares them for future leadership in their chosen careers, within their communities and churches and within their families. The Department of Fine & Performing Arts at Morris Catholic strives to educate, create, and inspire young artists to be passionate actors, singers, musicians, visual and graphic artists. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. We have an incredible network that spans over 60 years of Catholic education. An additional viewing at Holy Guardian Angels will be held on Saturday, March 5th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. before a Mass of Christain burial, which begins at 11 a.m. at Holy Guardian Angels, 3121 Kutztown Rd, Reading PA 19605. Thomas was taken to Dover General hospital where he was pronounced dead at 9:26 p.m. Police have never uncovered a motive for the slaying. Crusader athletics enjoys some of the finest facilities in Northern New Jersey. He was later seen by witnesses running across a western parking lot toward some pine trees. Mortally wounded, Thomas "asked for help, stumbled forward through the entrance doors to the mall and collapsed on the floor," the report stated. Fall Open House Dates; After retiring, he then worked for 5 years with TASC in Reading and as a Sports Reporter with the Reading Eagle. 

Jerry and Julie Ann (Schnier) Hartman were married on February 8, 1986. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. "The things that were taken from my family are never replaceable. HAROLD MORRIS OBITUARY. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. Joe lived in Seneca, KS and attended Sts. September 18, 1964 at Seneca, KS. He was 63 years young. The program is comprised of several service areas: Social Justice, Music Ministry, Peer Ministry, Prayer and Liturgy. After retiring, he then worked for 5 years with TASC in Reading and as a Sports Reporter with the Reading Eagle. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our At least two new accusers came forward this week to file sex abuse lawsuits naming a now-defrocked Paterson Diocese priest, James T. Hanley, who has admitted to abusing children and . Nestor F. Sebastian | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com | Apr 21, 2022. They exemplifiedwhata happy marriage could look like. But as the couple approached the entrance, they encountered another person, who was leaning against a wall outside. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement updated 5/1/2021). (1985-06-11) (aged 31) Morris Plains, New Jersey. But we do need the public's support. His bright future was cut short before he got around to college and future plans. Whether it is a big event like a reunion or small gathering, Morris Catholic wants to support alumni. Burial will take place in GethsemaneCemetery. Law enforcement is now offering a reward for new leads in the seemingly random homicide. Bob is predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Terry, his brother John and his daughter-in-law Lauren Mulcahy. www.morriscatholic.org. Obituary of Kathleen M. Roon. Morris Catholic High School is a coeducational college preparatory school, founded in 1957 as a regional high school of the Diocese of Paterson. "Maybe at the time you didn't think about it," Mark Thomas said. He was a loyal friend and cared for others immensely. Mueller grew up in Buffalo and began playing soccer at age 16 alongside men, including Rudy Epperlein, a member of the United States Soccer Hall of Fame. "We're trying to use this anniversary as an opportunity to spread the word," Carroll said. When someone is arrested and charged with a crime in New Jersey, police departments observe a protocol that includes the reading of Miranda Rights. "CIBA cited as one of the best by Education Department". John graduated from Mosinee High School, class of 1957, where he was a member of the FFA. [13], The Morris Catholic High School Crusaders[4] compete in the Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference, which is comprised of 39 public and private high schools in Morris, Sussex and Warren counties, and was established by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) following a reorganization of sports leagues in Northern New Jersey. Sister Joan Winkler, OSF, of the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis died on Feb. 14, at St. Francis Convent, Springfield. Junior boys basketball per-game stat leaders as of Feb. 9, Whos lighting it up? [14][15] Prior to the NJSIAA's 2010 realignment, the school had participated in the Colonial Hills Conference which included schools in Essex, Morris and Somerset counties in west Central Jersey. Mark Thomas said his brother went there to buy an anniversary gift for his parents before taking in a movie. |, Bakari Tice | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Follow along all weekend with live results from the Region 2 meet at Mount Olive High School. 45. 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The Morris Catholic Family stretches far beyond the walls of our current students and families. Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com | Feb 17, 2023. Christine Cors. [12] Wrestling begins at 5 p.m. Friday with prelims and quarterfinals, and continues at 10 a.m. Saturday . 4 Morris Catholic battles back, beats No. ", "Chris was the best,"Mark said. Tuesday, February 21, 2023. . Jerry led by example and inspired so many around him with his gentle smile and unwavering support. 

Surviving in addition to his wife are his daughter: Stephanie Hartman, wife of Samuel David Julio of Cartagena, Colombia, and siblings: William Hartman of South Carolina, Mary Hartman Quinn of Pottsville, and Thomas, husband of Debbie Hartman of Andover, New Jersey. 
Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

A viewing will be held on Friday, March 4th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stitzel Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale PA 19605. He was formerly involved in the St. Vincent De Paul Society and was aboard member of the Catholic Worker in Lancaster. "There's no nice guys, and there's no easy play," Mueller said of his early days in Buffalo when he retired from Morris Catholic in 2006. Our school culture is second to none in making you and your family feel welcomed. Several friends plan to attend to remember their classmate and amplify the call for information that could help solve the case. When she was 21, Quinlan became unconscious after she consumed Valium along . [34] A 10 win in 1993 against Pitman in the Group I final extended the program's streak to six consecutive state championships. He was a loyal friend and cared for others immensely. MC's JV football team in 1963 was undefeated! The gymnasium at the Denville school was named in his memory after the 1982 killing. "He probably never knew it, but I sure did look up to him.". Staff. Who stole the show? "There were a lot of [investigative] resources dedicated that night and for many weeks after," said Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, who worked the case as a young detective. Morris Catholic's rich history in education, faith and community would not exist if not for those Crusaders who once walked the halls of the MC campus. Our Media Interns have worked to collect information submitted and find photos of each member of our community. Morris Catholic's greatest strength is our outstanding community. Please submit any corrections to, Website Memorial Listing In Memory of By Class. The volleyball team played their first game after Torres passing on Friday, and dedicated the game to her according to social media posts about the game. 1:35. Franco-Leon arranged to meet one girl at a local hotel and used a school classroom to engage in sexual acts with the other -- although they did not go as far as intercourse while in the school, according to anaffidavit filed in Denville municipal court on Sunday. Following his graduation from Morris Catholic High School in 1976, he went on to study at King's . Stephen Foley, a spokesman for the Morris County Prosecutor's office. Roxbury & In 1991, after giving six days' notice to his full-time employer,Mueller became the head boys soccer coach at Morris Catholic. "Chris's passing, there's no other way to describe it other than tragedy," he said. He was 85. In 2021, the ice hockey team was the Charette Division (MCSSIHL) League Champions with a final 62 division record, earning Morris Catholic the top seed in the Charette Cup. and YouTube's terms of service is available here. User Agreement, Jason Bernstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Check out all the Morris and Sussex county girls basketball teams before the season tips off on Dec. 15. Chatham, After high school, he attended the University of Texas and graduated in 1965 with a degree in Business Administration. "But given they are passed, I told the prosecutor, 'I've been upset for 40 years. After moving several times around the country, they finally settled in Blandon, Pa, to raise their daughter, Stephanie. [5], Assumption College for Sisters is a two-year Roman Catholic women's college. YouTube's privacy policy is available here With the generous support of countless friends, alumni and parents, Morris Catholic continues to prepare young people for entrance into the college or university of their choice. 10 years after brutal Kenvil Diner homicide, a family still seeks justice, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He was compassionate and tough at the same time. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. Thomas and Morris County authorities will carry that hope into a memorial event from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday at Morris Catholic High School, where Christopher was a 16-year-old junior honor-roll student and a standout athlete. As the anniversary approaches on Oct. 1, Thomas' younger brother, Mark, says he wants to "shake the tree" with a public plea for someone to come forward, help catch the killer and bring some closure to his still-grieving family. Peter & Paul Catholic School (SPPS). More than three-quarters of a century later, CHS continues its tradition of aiding boys' spiritual growth and providing quality academics. Together they built a life full of love, faith, and joyous memories. [31] The team won its first title in 1988 with a 61 win against Metuchen in the finals at Trenton State College. It was a Friday night and the mall was bustling with activity. He is survived by his sister, four children, 10 grandchildren two great-grandchildren, and seven granddogs. 402[emailprotected]. The family attended church at St. Catherine of Siena in Mountain Lakes. In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Catholic Worker of Lancaster,41 West Vine Street Lancaster PA 17603. A crowdfunding website has also launched for the family on GoFundMe, https://www.gofundme.com/MadisonTorres. Coach Wally Mueller, he's inspired so many people and touched so many people.". "People die, they get divorced, they get religion," Gannon said. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio Education: Saint Louis University, Kenrick-Glennon Seminary, Pontifical Athenaeum of Saint Anselm, International Marian Research Institute at the University of Dayton, Ohio Ordination: May 25, 1996, by Archbishop Justin F. Rigali Service in the archdiocese: Associate pastor, St . Deceased AlumniPrayer for the Dead Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them Class of 1960 Carol (Johnson) Ballard Karen Bier Gerald Dunham Mary (Gorham) Dunham Elaine Gallagher Robert Heineman Claire Hellstern Daniel Indelicato Eileen (Mentzer) Kidder Ted Konen Phillip Leonhardt Mary (Fagan) Lewicki Diane (Smith) O'Donnell Giles Powell Jerry Powers Class of . [7][8], As of the 201718 school year, the school had an enrollment of 422 students and 34.5 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a studentteacher ratio of 12.2:1. Just five years old at the time, the mall off Route 80 was a busy center for shopping and entertainment in the region, featuring a six-screen multiplex theater just inside the doors where Thomas was shot. We recognize that we may have some incorrect information including maiden names. added Carroll. "He was an engineer, so he was a very structured person," said Andy Rotsides, an assistant on the Crusaders boys' seven straight NJSIAA titles and then the girls coach for 14 years. "He was just a junior and just starting to think that way," Mark said. |, Brandon Gould | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com [29] The 1982 team ended their season at 177 after winning the Parochial A state title with a 21 walk-off win against Camden Catholic in the championship game. He helped form the Fleetwood High School Girls Basketball Booster Club and was active on the Maidencreek Township Water Board. 

Jerry lived his life with strong faith and abundant kindness. 13 Montville to repeat as MCT champions. "We are approaching 40 years since Christopher Thomas was tragically taken from us, but his legacy and impact on the Crusader community is everlasting," Morris Catholic Principal Peter Clarke wrote to alumni, using the school's nickname. 1/12 - 7:00 PM Boys Basketball. He also played soccer at Morris Catholic. For full access to live scores, breaking news and analysis, Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference girls soccer honors, Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference boys soccer honors, Remembering the biggest Morris County high school sports stories of 2020, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "It was a popular spot," Gannon recalled. In pursuit of this standard, our faculty, guidance department and administration work cooperatively to provide individual attention and quality teaching, infused with strong Catholic values. In police reports, about 20 witnessesdescribed a cold-blooded attack that seemed to come out of nowherein a very public location - just outside the main entrance of Rockaway Townsquare mall in Rockaway Township. Jerry was born on December 9, 1958, in Scranton, PA, to the late Frank L. & Doris (Dunn) Hartman. William Westhovenis a local reporter for DailyRecord.com. |, Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com 1 heats up with state tourney underway, Top daily girls basketball stat leaders for Friday, Feb. 17, No. Born on October 6, 1943 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Betty (Cline) Nelson and Ralph N. Nelson Sr., Norm graduated in 1961 from Thomas Jefferson High School in Dallas, Texas. Online campus store now open for spirit wear and uniform orders. Franco-Leon was arrested on several charges of aggravated sex assault and child endangerment, authorities said. Admissions. If you see your name among the Morris Catholic High School graduates, someone is looking for you! Gannon added the suspect may have been wearing makeup consistent with the "Rocky Horror Picture Show," scheduled for a late screening at the multiplex that night. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, Heis being held in the Morris County Jail pending a court appearance. Epperlein in particular instilled in me the heart and soulof the game. Msgr. Please submit any corrections to [emailprotected] Thank you for your help to honor our fallen Crusaders. This was the original name of Pope John XXIII High School in Sparta--Our Lady of the Lake. Kathleen Agnes McGeehin Roon of Boonton Township, NJ passed away on August 19, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. Catholic High School for Boys was founded by Bishop John B. Morris of the Diocese of Little Rock in 1930 to ensure that Catholic boys of the Little Rock area had access to quality Catholic secondary education. Add Photos. Who are top single-game boys basketball stat leaders as of Sunday, Feb. 12? He ate, slept and drank the game, and pretty much gave me the same feeling. Admissions. Nothing is going to upset me.' While he was working at Air Products, he briefly served as the assistant football coach for Morris Catholic High School and Lancaster Catholic. Subscriber Exclusive. "Especially back in those days, things like that didn't happen here. "Everything he did, there was a reason for doing it. From students to parents to alumni to faculty, and everyone in between, we are proud to be a home to all who walk through our doors. Keeping New Jersey athletes healthy together. 80 Results. A former Morris Catholic High School teacher and volleyball coach accused of sexually assaulting two juvenile students performed sex acts in a classroom with one and took the other to a nearby hotel, court papers say.Carlos A. Franco-Leon, The two secretly met up at theRamada in Rockaway Township, court papers say. They would change their name following Pope John XXIII's death. |. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, "It was very difficult for them," he said. Top 100 weekly statewide boys basketball stat leaders, Feb. 5-Feb. 11, Projected seeds for the 2023 boys basketball state tournament, Top daily boys basketball stat leaders for Saturday, Feb. 11, Whos lighting it up? "It's just go out and play to win. The Department of Fine & Performing Arts at Morris Catholic strives to educate, create, and inspire young artists to be passionate actors, singers, musicians, visual and graphic artists. In his 15 years at the helm, the Crusaders won 10 NJSIAA Non-Public B titles including seven in a row from 1999 to 2005 four Morris County Tournament championships, and 10 Northern Hills Conference titles. It appears you don't have a PDF plugin for this browser. Dominic A. Scolamiero, 54, was named in an eight . Died. She was also a member of the National Honor Society for Science and the Pro Life club, according to her obituary, which was published in the Daily Record. "That's what kids did back then for fun. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our What happens when someone is arrested and charged with a crime? The names listed below are alumni who have been searched for on this site from Morris Catholic High Schoolin Denville, New Jersey . [16] With 328 students in grades 1012, the school was classified by the NJSIAA for the 201920 school year as Non-Public B for most athletic competition purposes, which included schools with an enrollment of 37 to 366 students in that grade range (equivalent to Group I for public schools). [10], During the 198485 school year, Morris Catholic High School was awarded the National Blue Ribbon School Award of Excellence by the United States Department of Education. In exchange, prosecutors will drop seven other counts against the former principal, the Rev. All rights reserved (About Us). A resident of Boonton, Torres played volleyball, softball, and was a member of Morris Catholics stage crew. We recognize that we may have some incorrect information including maiden names. As they passed by, according to the police report, "the male suspect walked up behind them and pushed [Thomas'] companion aside. 4 Morris Catholic, No. Give us a call, send us a picture, let us get the word out through social media. Register to let other graduates of Morris Catholic High School find . In pursuit of this standard, our faculty, guidance department and administration work cooperatively to provide individual attention and quality teaching, infused with strong Catholic values. https://www.nytimes.com/1997/09/03/nyregion/principal-guilty-in-theft.html. I learned, to really be a championship team, every year you've got to try to get better.". He loved the game, and was so good at strategizing, getting the most out of each player. From students to parents to alumni to faculty, and everyone in between, we are proud to be a home to all who walk through our doors. Mueller was inducted into the Soccer Coaches Association of New Jersey Hall of Fame in 2009. Morris Catholic is the leading Catholic high school in Morris County for coeducational, secondary education. Former Wyckoff Priest Michael Fugee, who admitted to sexually abusing a township teenage boy in 2001, was defrocked in 2014, NorthJersey.com reported. Morris Knolls High School Obituaries and Memoriams. YouTube's privacy policy is available here "I don't think you ever come to terms with it," he said. "He was a Boonton Township boy, I was a Boonton Township boy," Sherriff Gannon said. Any persons with information are urged to call the Morris County Sheriff s Crime Stoppers at 1-973-COP- CALL or the Morris County Prosecutor s Office Cold . For full access to live scores, breaking news and analysis,subscribe today. He loved the kids, but he didn't allow them to get away with things. "He was a straight-A student and a tremendous athlete. Email:JHavsy@gannettnj.comTwitter:@dailyrecordspts. ", Unsolved: 10 years after brutal Kenvil Diner homicide, a family still seeks justice. Witnesses provided a detailed description: a white male in his early 20s, approximately 5 feet, 5 inches tall with a thin build, a slight dark mustache, shoulder-length dark hair parted in the middle and wearing a blue coat, light-colored T-shirt, blue jeans and mirrored sunglasses. To this effort we are proud to announce the Crusader Alumni Association. According to the report, an archdiocese . Morris Catholic High School is a four-year comprehensive Roman Catholic regional high school located in Denville Township, in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. Gannon and Carroll avoid the term "cold case," saying all old, unsolved cases are still active. ", More: Remembering the biggest Morris County high school sports stories of 2020. The tragedy upended a "typical" life for the close-knit family in rural Boonton Township. Sometimes it was difficult to be his younger brother. If you have names of classmates or faculty who have passed or corrections to submit, please email Tina Cerce at, Our Media Interns have worked to collect information submitted and find photos of each member of our community.

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