Tag Archives: #BWHS1967

Mark Barrett, Gone Ahead

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Mark J. Barrett, age 72, passed away on December 8, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Mark graduated from Bishop Watterson in 1967 then became a MP in the Army and was awarded the Soldier’s Medal for Heroism. He furthered his education and was a graduate of Park College class of 1976 and Capital University class of 1982.

He originally started March 30, 1970 as a Deputy with the Franklin County Sheriff’s office—he was promoted to a Sergeant October 7, 1979—was promoted to Inspector… He retired January 31, 2014 as Chief Deputy.

Friends may call Tuesday, December 14 from 4pm – 7pm at Jerry Spears Funeral Home, 2693 West Broad, where service will be held at 10:30am Wednesday, Fr. Leo Connolly officiating.

Read Mark’s full obituary »

Sail On, Mary Lynn!

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Mary Lynn (Hall) Stillinger died early Friday morning, November 26, 2021 at Brookdale Marysville after a brief illness. She was a fighter till the end; she is now looking over her loved ones as a very special guardian angel. Mary Lynn was born September 29, 1949 in Columbus to the late Lawrence and Mildred Hall. She was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Joan Hall. She was a graduate of the Mount Carmel School of Nursing and was incredibly proud of being a registered nurse.

A very spiritual lady, her faith meant a lot to her throughout her life, and her love of angels embodied her love for her faith. She treasured Lake Erie, and spent her free time boating up at Marblehead with her husband, Mike Stillinger. While she loved many aspects of her life, nothing compared to the love Mary Lynn held for her grandbabies and being their Mimi. They were her greatest joy.

Read Mary Lynn’s entire obituary at Ingram Funeral Service.

Gathering This Week!

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Stop the Presses! Searching for a less noisy yet public gathering place, we’ve scheduled a get-together at the Don Tequila Mexican Grill in Upper Arlington at 3140 Kingsdale Center, 43221 (next to First Watch). And it’s this week— Friday October 29 arriving between 3:30 and 4:00 p.m., staying until ??

Optional drinks, optional food, mandatory fun.

If you’ve been to our recent gatherings this summer, you’ll know that we’ve had a fine turn-out and lots of enjoyment catching up with the greatest bunch ever… so all of us, cancel your other engagements (grab the next flight, some of us?) and come say hello. What could be better? We hope to see you Friday!

Save the Date for the 55th!

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Hello classmates!

It was encouraging to have received all the positive responses from my email suggesting a Grand Reunion for next summer’s 55-year anniversary of our graduation. Thank you to all those who were able to reply so quickly! So…

Save the Date—I have now reserved the Griggs Boathouse on the Scioto River (just south of the Fishinger Road bridge) for July 9, 2022, from 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. It’s a great combination indoor/outdoor facility.

If you have not already, please check your calendar and email me (if possible in the next couple days) Tracie McGarity with your ability to attend and include an estimated number in your party. As mentioned earlier, our thoughts are to keep it on the casual side and to include as many of our classmates (and family) as possible. Any ideas are welcome… Thank you!

—Tracie

Dance in November, NYC

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Want to see an Eagle soar? If you’re ready to visit New York City in November, come see my dance concert! Titled “POP: Then until Now: Vicki Angel, Eric Barsness, & Carol Clements in Concert,” the Gibney Dance Studio describes it, “Then until Now offers a look at a forty-year choreographic span, with past and present juxtaposed in the bodies of three “mature” dancers. Angel, Barsness, and Clements resurrect solos from the 1980s and make new dances, too. A surprise comic trio is the finale. Out with the new and in with the old!”

Tickets are (a quite reasonable!) $15 – $20; read the specifics on the Gibney Dance website »

A few classmates are already planning to attend. You know, a 71-year-old classmate can still perform!

All the best, Vicki

So Long, Joe Segna

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Joseph Patrick Segna, age 72, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021. … Joe was a soulmate to Diane for over three deacdes. He was also a son, brother, uncle, great uncle, “bonus” father & grandfather, friend, and cherished colleague across many industries.

Joe graduated from Bishop Watterson High School and The Ohio State University with a degree in Architecture. For five decades Joe worked as an Architect and founded Segna Associates. He served on the Board of Directors for the North YMCA for 25 years and he was also an active member at St. Christopher Catholic Church. He enjoyed golf, traveling, and celebrating life with family and friends. Joe was admired by many for his work ethic, charitable heart, wisdom, and compassionate nature.

Family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, October 15, 2021 at Schoedinger Northwest, 1740 Zollinger Road, 43221. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 1420 Grandview Avenue, 43212. If you would like to share photo memories of Joe’s life, please send to josephpsegnatribute@gmail.com, by Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Read full obituary »

RIP, Carmine Menduni!

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Carmine Louis Menduni, age 72, of Dublin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2020. Carmine was born in Columbus, Ohio to Christina (Morelli) and Louis Menduni. He was a devoted husband to Michelle (Shelley) Werner for fifty cherished years. Carmine loved life and relished it fully. He delighted in history, a good whiskey or cigar, his wife’s manicotti and traveling. He was devoted to his faith, family and was passionate about his work. He was the proud owner of Columbus Art Memorial, a family-owned company for 99 years. His impact can be seen throughout Columbus’ hospitals, colleges, churches, memorials and sculptures. Read complete obituary »

Michael Vincent Buscemi

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Our honorary classmate, Michael Vincent Buscemi Jr. (1948-2021) went home peacefully to the Lord on the last day of August 2021 and was laid to rest this week. Mike’s career had taken him to Alaska where he started and raised his family. After a quarter century, he relocated to Ohio for the last several decades. Let’s please keep Mike and his family in our prayers.

Read Mike’s full obituary »

From all your friends in Bishop Watterson Class of 1967, RIP, Brother Mike!

Monthly Gathering

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Anyone present at our August late afternoon gathering will report what a great and fun time we all had. Growing each month, this seemed to be our highest turnout yet! Some faces that we haven’t seen in a while were able to make it. It was fun to spend a little time catching up with everyone.

Due to the COVID variant that seems to be determined to cause havoc, we’re not scheduling an event for September. Hopefully October will bring better days and the resumption of our time together!

On a happier note, for our 55th Anniversary Class Reunion, the weekend of July 9, 2022, is the date preferred by those in attendance at our last get-together. Any and all comments welcome!

August Gathering

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Mark the date: Friday late afternoon August 27. Yogi’s Bar & Grill, 1126 W Henderson, 43220 (corner of Kenny & W. Henderson Roads). 

We start gathering between 3:30 and 4:00; people are wandering out by around 6:00— it’s informal, stay as long as you like. Food and drinks are available from the menu, optional, your call. The point is to see the guys and gals with whom we spent our high school years… share what’s been happening, what’s important. Time to renew acquaintances and relive (or not!) memorable teenage experiences. What’s going on now? Remember those who have passed before us into eternal life.

If you’re in contact with other alums, check to see whether they received this notice— if not, make sure they forward their email address for us to include. Also, if a classmate passes away, let us know and we’ll get the word out on our website. Everyone is cherished.

Rumblings are starting about how to celebrate our 55th (!) anniversary next summer— share your thoughts, join in the conversation. All ideas are welcome!

The turnout at our gatherings seems to grow larger each time, and we hope to see you on the 27th!