Bright Lights of South Park High School A - E

Bright Lights of South Park High School

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Bright Lights of South Park

Reginald Adams, 1943

Drafted into the Navy in August of 1943 and spent two years in the Pacific arena on four

invasions. Leyte, Luzon, Okinawa, and Ie Shima. After the war, he attended Syracuse University earning a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Art

and Education. He was an art teacher at Jamesville DeWitt Central schools for 34 years. He has produced all kinds of art that has been and is displayed in several Art Galleries in the

Central New York area. In his 90’s, he still teaches art as a volunteer at a Veterans Hospital

and a Senior Center.

Bright Lights of South ParkGerald Alito Alessi, 1972

Artistic Director of DanceAbility International and co-founder of DanceAbility.

Internationally known as a pioneering teacher and choreographer in the fields of contact improvisation, and dance and disability. DanceAbility International

continues to pursue its vision of using art as a means to change people’s preconceived ideas about disabilities through performances, workshops, educational programs, teacher training and choreography in the U.S. and

throughout the world. He has produced over 20 dance festivals in Eugene, Or and other American cities, featuring the work of internationally-renowned and

local dancers, and dance artists with disabilities. He performs throughout North, Central, and South America, Europe and Asia, receiving local, national

and international recognition. He has been recognized for his work and received numerous awards including: Fulbright Senior Specialist, 2007, Hong

Kong Choreographer of the Year Award, 2007, Asian Cultural Council Fellowship, 2006 and Guggenheim Fellowship, 2005.

Elected to the Ashoka Fellowship in 2009 for his action in setting in motion the people, resources and ecosystems that will bring about a social revolution

where everyone contributes to change for the good of all.

Bright Lights of South ParkPaula Allen-Meares, 1966

PhD

Chancellor, University of Illinois at Chicago

Dean Emerita Allen-Meares' research interests include the tasks and functions of social workers employed in educational settings;

psychopathology in children, adolescents, and families; adolescent sexuality; premature parenthood; and various aspects of social

work practice. She is principal investigator of the School's Global Program on Youth, an initiative supported by the W. K. Kellogg

Foundation; principal investigator of the Skillman Good Neighborhoods Grant and the NIMH Social Work Research Center on Poverty, Risk, and Mental Health. She has served on numerous

national professional and scientific committees promoting the intellectual and empirical advancement of the profession.

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Helen Anderson, 1942

Medical Doctor

Professor of Medicine, University of California


James Atkins, 1936

CEO Bell Helicopter Textron CorpArmy Air Force from March 1942

until May 1946



Joseph M. Augustine, 1950

Attorney


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Kimberly Backlas, 1994

Doctor of Chiropractic

Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College in

Seneca Falls, NY


Anthony P. Balestrieri, 1953

Master Chief Petty Officer, U.S. Navy

Tours: USS Capatain (SS 336), USS Seadragon (SSN 584), USS Pollack (SSN 603), Fleet Combat Training Center, Dam Neck, VA, USS John Adams (SSBN 620), Staff, Submarine Force Atlantic Fleet, USS Ohio (SSBN 726), USNS Range Sentinel (T-AGM 22), Headquarters, Military Sealift Command.

Awards: Navy Commendation Medal (Three), Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Battle "E", Good Conduct Medal (Eight ); Silver Dolphins, Poseidon/Polaris Patrol Pin with one silver and four gold stars


Rose Bampton, 1925World Renowned Opera Singer

Sang leading roles in both ranges. Made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in

1932. She thrilled audiences around the world.

Among her recordings that remain in print is a broadcast performance of “Fidelio,” in

which she sang Leonore, with Arturo Toscanini conducting the NBC Symphony

Orchestra.


Norman Bartz, 1936

Veterinarian

DVM from Cornell UniversityChief of Erie County's Bureau of Milk,

Food and Restaurant SanitationLectured for 20 years at the University

at Buffalo School of MedicineFounder of the Western New York

chapter of NYS Association of Sanitarians.


Donald Bebak, 1949

MD, Anesthesiologist

St Francis Hospital, Wichita KS


Rev. Gary Becker, 1964

Doctor of MinistryDoctorate, Bethany Theological Seminary, Dothan Al

Board of Directors of the Buffalo City Mission for 17 years

Served as the Executive Director of Child Evangelism Fellowship for 3 years.

He preached at more than 66 churches in his ministry


William J. Bell, 1925

Major General, USAF

Graduated from West Point, 1931. Served in combat in the Pacific

during WWII. Numerous command tours during and following the War including Command of USAF ROTC

Program


John G. Berkhoudt, 1952

Inventor, International Sales Executive.

Patents for air-oil mix balance controlled heater and the other for a ground-compaction machine. VP of

sales for Roberts-Gordon and then set up is own marketing company JGB

Global helping American manufacturers find representatives and distributors in

other countries.


George R. Blair, 1933

Attorney


John N. Blair, 1963

Attorney


Thomas Blair, 1959

Univ of Buffalo Graduate in Physics. Graduated from Air Force ROTC Program

and after earning his Wings, flew as a Strategic Air Command B-52 pilot. Later flew as a pilot for Eastern Airlines. Avid

Baseball coach in his community and the Winnacunnet, NH High School

named their baseball field “Tom Blair Field”


Stanley M. Bolas, 1940

Sheriff, Erie County

US Marine, WWII

Captain, Buffalo Police Dept

Commissioner, Erie County Central Police Services


Richard Bredenberg, 1944

PhDGraduate from Dartmouth College with a major in philosophy and received a master’s degree in sacred theology from Oberlin College. He received a doctorate in philosophy from New York University and a doctorate of ministry from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Bredenbergjoined Eckerd College in 1965 and retired in 1991 as director of teacher education.

He launched an international exchange program that has attracted hundreds of Japanese students. Earlier, he taught at Occidental College in Los Angeles and Alfred University in New York state.



Rose (Broadman) Packard, 1961

Attorney


Jack A. Brown, 1937

Son of Canadian Immigrants, he left Buffalo and enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force at Toronto

April 15, 1940. Served with No. 57 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, in 1943.

"This Warrant Officer has participated in a large number of operations. His exceptional ability in his duties has ensured outstanding success on many missions. He has displayed marked keenness in the use of astro navigation and on several occasions he has used this method when no other means were available to achieve a successful flight back to base…"


LaVerne Brucker, 1917

Dentist


John W. Burns, 1921

Dentist


Paul Burstein, 1951

MD, Ob/Gyn

Doctor of Medicine, Georgetown University


William Butka, 1964

Doctor of Ophthalmology


Keith Butters, 1959Physical Scientist

Engaged in research and development and worked with a variety of aerial

imaging sensors in support of AF tactical and strategic applications for

reconnaissance and intelligence as well as directly supporting organizations in the

national intelligence community.

He is a past president of the Rome, NY Rotary Club


Patrick J. Byrnes, 1973

Actor

He has 19 Film Credits including The Devil's Advocate (1997), The Last Days on Mars (2013) and Glass Ceiling (2014).

He has performed in many theater productions in Dublin.


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Kevin Caffery, 1966

Captain, Erie County Sheriff’s OfficeHead of Aviation Division, 27 years

40 years of Service

Numerous rescues and lives saved

Lifetime Achievement Award at 6th

Annual Medaille College Media Awards Ceremony, March 21, 2011


John J. Callahan, 1942

Appellate Court Judge

Law degree from the University of Buffalo.

US Navy Submarine Service, WWII

New York State Distinguished Service Medal for his submarine service

Instrumental in establishing the Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park on the Buffalo waterfront

Received the highest possible rating -- A-Superior --from the Erie County Bar Association

Bright Lights of South ParkJean (Campbell) English, 1959

Claddagh Commission

With her husband, she founded the Claddagh Commission, in 1977, opening its first home by the shores of Lake Erie in 1978 for individuals with developmental disabilities in Derby, NY.

Since its inception, Claddagh’s philosophy has been based on the foundation of love, trust and friendship and is dedicated to providing enriching, meaningful and cost-effective services provided in a friendly family-like setting.

While located primarily in the Town of Evans, they provide services to many families throughout Western New York.


Richard Capparra, 1976

Sergeant Major

United States Marine CorpsRetired with more than 29 years of service prior

to working for the Coast Guard as a Exercise Support Team Member. Bachelors Degree in

Criminal Justice and Masters Degree in Homeland Security.


Lawrence Carden, 1941

Doctor


David E. Carlson, 1951

Medical Doctor, Williamsville NY


Richard A. Carlson, 1945

Doctor


John E. Carney, 1965Educator

BS, Buffalo State. MA, Michigan State University, Reading Instruction, Psychology. Michigan State ( ABD ) PhD, Instructional Development &

Technology

Taught at Okemos Public Schools, Lansing Community College, and Michigan State University. Served for nine years on the Board of Directors for the "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Society. Served as President of the Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club.

On July 4, 1992 at Sunset Bay, NY risking his personal well being, he swam out and rescued three young men being swept away by the current, and towed them back to safety with his personal rescue buoy. The American Red Cross recognized his action and awarded him a citation, signed by President George W. Bush.

He auditioned for and got the part of Hucklebee in the " FANTASTICKS " at the Broadway Palm Theater in Fort Myers. Delivering his performance on 56 occasions.


Peter B Carr, 1937

LawyerTrained for the 1940 Olympics as a

gymnast. Served as an Army paratrooper in the Pacific Theater.

Owned Abbott Real Estate, Paula's Construction Co. and Eden Valley Golf

Course.


Melody L. Carter, 1980

PhD. Vice President, External Affairs, Ft. Valley State University, Ga.

• B.A. Buffalo State College

• PhD SUNY Buffalo State University


Peter Casagrande, 1937Orthopedic Surgeon

University of Buffalo Medical SchoolU.S. Army Captain, World War II

Assistant clinical professor of surgery at the UB Medical School and

orthopedic consultant to the Buffalo Sabres.

Published in numerous medical journals


Antonia (Castellani) Silveri, 1961

Professional Actor and Singer

Highly successful career in Voiceovers for National television commercials as well as

Animation and film. Owner of All Coast Talent, NYC and Amherst, NY representing

voice actors Worldwide. Her credits include animation voice for Gremlins,

Smurfs, California Raisons, among others.


George Chambers, 1944

Doctor

Retired President, University of Pittsburgh, Greensburg


Ronald Childs, 1963Senior Class President

Colonel, U.S. Army Medical Service Corps

Healthcare Services Director, South Carolina Disabilities and Special NeedsMidland Center, Columbia, SC

BS, Canisius College

MHA, Baylor University

Fellow of American College Healthcare Executives


Jack Christman, 1937

Doctor


Patricia Cipriani, 1971

Attorney


William Clark, 1941

Doctor


William T. Clark, 1918

Medical Doctor



John L. Conboy, 1946

Doctor



Arthur Cosgrove, 1960Engineer & Scientist

During his 41 year career at Eastman Kodak Company, he worked as Video Engineer on Lunar Orbiter Project,

part of the Apollo Space Program, for USAir Force Space Program, and many diverse and interesting

positions there. Retired as Director of Motion Imaging Standards.

Awarded the 1998 PRIME TIME (technical) EMMY by ACADEMY of TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES for “Out

Standing Achievement in Engineering Development for The Phillips Spirit DataCine Film Scanner”

SMPTE 1995 AGFA GEVAERT Gold Metal for Outstanding Achievement in the Film and Video

Imaging Interface Field -1989 Kodak Research Lab Team Achievement Award


Burdell Cotton, 1925

EdD - Jamestown College Advisory Board.


Joseph Cottrell, 1942

BusinessmanFounder of School Bus Company. By 1965, with the growth of area

suburbs, the business was transporting more than 100,000 youngsters to school each day.


Edward Cowley, 1942

Professor of Art

SUNY Albany

Bright Lights of South ParkRoberta Crocoll, 1961

With a BS in Elementary Education, in Maine she helped to establish a summer day care project for children with Cerebral Palsy that turned into a year round program.

With her husband Ken Horn (‘60), established the first certified organic farm in the country. After retirement, she began spinning, dying and creating wool garments which led to her being the Artist in Residence in the City of Bangor Schools, working the third graders there.

Currently volunteers for the US Fish and Wildlife Service at various Wildlife Refuges. On these trips, she demonstrates spinning and teaches beginning painting.


T. James Crotty, 1929Lieutenant, U.S. Coast Guard

Died as a prisoner of war in the Cabanatuan Prison in Manila, Philippines, following the fall

of Corregidor. Part of the Bataan “Death March”. First Coast Guard POW since War of 1812. He is a role model for the U.S. Coast Guard. The Coast Guard Academy Football Team dedicated their 2014 Season to him, a hero who truly lived and died by the Coast Guard’s core values of honor, respect and

devotion to duty.



Peter J. Crotty, 1927Lawyer

Lawyer for the National Labor Relations Board in Buffalo.

Chairman of Erie County Democratic Party. Orchestrated campaigns for John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy

in 1964 and the gubernatorial nomination to Hugh L. Carey in

1974. He was elected as a delegate pledged to Senator George

McGovern for whom he helped swing the New York delegation.

Bright Lights of South ParkLaurie Ann Cully, 1982

Ph.D.

BA Elementary Education and Special Education, University of North Dakota 1987, MA in Special Education; Learning and

Behavior Disorders, SUNY College at Buffalo 1990.

Ph.D. Special Education, SUNY at Buffalo, 2010.

Lifelong Learner

Special Education Teacher; Williamsville, Rochester, Elma, Cheektowaga, Buffalo

Last 20 years of teaching career at Alma Mater

New Teacher Mentor and Staff Development Trainer; Buffalo City Schools

Bright Lights of South ParkWallace Cunningham, 1973

Architect2003 - design award, International Academy of Architecture,

2007, he was named to the Robb Report list of Top Thirty Designers.

2009 - named an Honorary Professor.

2004, 2007, and 2010, named by Architectural Digest to the prestigious AD100, as one of the top 100 designers.

2010 - Star of Design Award for Architecture from the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles.

President of Wallace Cunningham Foundation for Art, Architecture and Design


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Thomas Daley, 1964

Colonel, U.S. Air Force


Bette Davis, 1960

Doctor


Kendall Davis, 1958

PhD

Faculty SUNY

Teacher, Niagara Falls City Schools


Richard Davis, 1964

Minister


Thomas P. Dee, 1968President, Erie Canal Harbor

Development Corporation (ECHDC)

Leading the effort to revitalize Western New York’s waterfront and restoring economic growth to Buffalo.

Formerly a principal at Cannon Design where he oversaw and was responsible for projects

worldwide. During his 28 year tenure there he supervised or was involved with many of Western New York’s most prominent public and private construction projects, including the Buffalo Federal Courthouse, the

Erie County Public Safety Campus and the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport.


Babi Delaney, 1974

Doctor of Chiropractic

Delaney Chiropractic, Olean NY



Roger B. Dooley, 1936

PhDwriter, teacher and film scholar

Dean of Humanities and Chairman of the English department at

Manhattan Community College

Author of four novels about the experiences of Irish-Americans in

Buffalo


Barbara (Dorio) Skora, 1960

Life Coach

After completing Psychology studies at Univ. of Buffalo began a journey that has taken her around the world and

defined her approach to spiritual counseling; as a life coach she helps people identify and achieve personal

goals.


William Dress, 1935

PhD. Professor of Botany, Cornell University

WWII Service in Army Air Corps

Greatest accomplishment was years of diligent work editing ”Hortus Third,” the one essential authoritative reference work to the plants of North American horticulture.

Author of at least ten books on plants which included orchids, asters, cactus and milkweeds, in addition to having two plants named after him: a fossil flower named Dressiantha bicarpellata and a hosta named Dress Blue.


Theresa (Drilling) Schuta, 1978

Principal

South Park High School


DeWayne M. Dunovant, 1970

Legendary On-Air Radio Personality“DeWayne Dancer” Dallas/Ft Worth

CEO Dewayne Dancer Enterprises


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Edward Eagan, 1928

PhD, Niagara UniversityTeacher, Management Consultant

He was a personnel consultant working with local, national and international firms on the

selection and training of sales personnel.

Served 39 years as a Buffalo high school social studies teacher.

Buffalo Niagara Salesmen's Club Hall of Fame


Eileen M. Eagan, 1964

PhD, Temple University

History Professor

University of Southern Maine

Author

Fulbright Award

Bright Lights of South ParkRoy M. Emrick, 1950

Professor of Physics Emeritus

University of Arizona, Tucson

College of Science Career Distinguished Teaching Award

Sabbatical Award Max Planck Institute, Stuttgart GE

Lifetime Conservation Achievement Award, Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter

Award for long, dedicated Leadership to Campus Christian Center at U of A


Richard English, 1946

Attorney

Bright Lights of South ParkEdward Eschner, 1930

Radiologist, medical innovator, educator

University of Buffalo Medical School

In World War II, he was chief of radiology for the Army's 23rd General Hospital in Northern Africa, Italy and France.

He developed many products and techniques used in radiation therapy, including a means of rotation therapy first used at ECMC in the 1950s. He was a member of the Buffalo Police Department's scientific staff, and developed a method of investigating the medical aspect of homicides


Margaret (Eschner) Bacon, 1937

EdDOne of the first women to receive Doctorate in

Education from University of Buffalo. Spent most of her professional career as a faculty member at Daemen College. She and her husband funded numerous scholarships in Art and Technology education. In 2010 she funded a new gallery

space in Upton Hall, Buffalo State College devoted exclusively to display of student art.

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