Book Club December 4

We had a very animated discussion of Tara Westover's memoir of growing up in rural Idaho, Educated, at our December meeting. It was difficult for some of us to accept that her mother and grandmother could abandon her to such ill treatment by her father and brother; but others of us interpreted her account as testimony to the strength and resilience of her own spirit and intellect. Given that she eventually received a great education,  earning a Ph.D., some of us questioned her repeated returns to the family that so abused and neglected her. We did agree that her journey was really remarkable. And that while her memory could occasionally seem unreliable, her journey from impoverished Idaho to academic success showed her determination and spirit. We thoroughly enjoyed the discussion.

Our next book will be The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. You can read a review here.  We  meet Wednesday, February 5 in Richardson Library, Room 300.  Please note that we no longer meet in Room 115, but will schedule in other rooms from now on.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

In Memoriam - Floyd Dill

Dear Colleagues,

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Floyd Dill. Floyd was an Assistant Professor of Economics, and taught at DePaul from 1975 until his retirement in 1994. A specialist in economic history and the history of economic thought, he received a BA from Sterling College, an MA from Wichita State, and a Ph.D. from Cornell University. Prior to joining the faculty at DePaul, Professor Dill also taught at Washington State University and the University of Saskatchewan. Floyd is survived by his wife, 2 children, 5 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.

Private services were held in Arcata, CA. Memoral contributions may be made in Floyd Dill's memory to Sterling College, 125 W. Cooper, Sterling, KS 67479.

Our condolences go to the family, friends, colleagues, and former students who mourn the loss of Floyd. May he rest in peace.

Source: Mission and Ministry, email November 18, 2019
Photo source: Floyd Dill's Facebook page, December 1, 2019

In Memoriam - Kathy Jones

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of retiree Kathy Jones. Kathy passed away on November 15 at the age of 68, after a long struggle with dementia. She began her career in the Loop Campus Library's Public Service division in 1976, and over the next 36 years led the effort to streamline the Loop Student Cashier Office, aided in the creation of Organizational Development, created the Purchasing Department, served as Operations Director at the Barat Campus, and was responsible for Loop classroom scheduling. She was the first President of Staff Council and an avid Blue Demons fan. She is survived by her two children, two grandchildren, four siblings, and many extended family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, January 18, 2020, 4 - 8 p.m. at Prairie Bluff Golf Course in Lockport, IL. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are appreciated to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation Foundation (www.alzinfo.org; 110 East 42nd Street, 16th Floor New York, NY 10017) or Journey Care Hospice (www.journeycare.org). Special thanks to the staff at Belmont Village of Oak Park for their compassionate attention and care since 2017.

Our condolences go to the family, friends, and DePaul colleagues who mourn the loss of Kathy. May she rest in peace.

Source: Mission and Ministry email, November 25, 22019
Photo: Elaine Beaudoin, lunch, 2016

Book Club October 2

The Art Forger by B. A. Shapiro led us to a wide reaching discussion about art, authenticity, and the creative process.  The novel told the story of a young painter creating a work in the manner of her colleague/lover, under his guidance. That led her to creating a forgery of a painting stolen from the Isabelle Gardener Museum in Boston. This fictional account of a real event brought up many interesting ideas about art. Among them: how do museums authenticate the works they display and what responsibility do they have when that authenticity is challenged; what about the relationships of collectors to pieces they sell, donate, or hide from public view; what are the techniques that forgers use to create their own works. We thought the characters were not as well defined as they could have been, but appreciated the clever resolutions to the many mysteries presented. We ended by considering that perhaps we all see and believe what we want to see. 

Our next book will be Educated by Tara Westover. You can read a review here.  We  meet Wednesday, December 4 in Richardson Library, Room 300.  Please note that we no longer meet in Room 115, but will schedule in other rooms from now on.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

In Memoriam - Robert A. Griesbach

Dear Colleagues,

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Robert Griesbach. Bob taught at DePaul from 1955 until his retirement in 1989 from the Department of Biological Sciences and also served as its chair. Upon his retirement, he was awarded the Via Sapientiae Award by the university. Bob passed away on September 23 at the age of 95. He is survived by 5 children, 8 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.

Bob combined his work in cytology and genetics with botany research, resulting in major scientific advances that earned him recognition as a pioneer in plant physiology genetics and plant breeding.

Services will take place on Tuesday, October 15 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 528 Second Street, Menasha, WI 54952. Visitation at 9:30 a.m. for friends and family, followed by a funeral service at 11:30 a.m. Online condolences may be submitted at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cape-coral-fl/robert-griesbach-8866154

Our condolences go to the family, friends, colleagues, and former students who mourn the loss of Bob. May he rest in peace.

Thank you.

Source: Mission and Ministry email October 1, 2019


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Robert A. Griesbach

APRIL 11, 1924 – SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Robert Anthony (Bob) Griesbach, age 95, passed away on September 23, 2019. Bob was born on April 11, 1924 in Menasha, WI, the son of William and Susan (Hauser) Griesbach. Bob graduated from St. Mary high school in 1942. Following graduation, Bob worked at the Institute of paper chemistry in Appleton WI for a year prior to being drafted into military service. Having played the clarinet from fourth grade on through high school, Bob was happy to be assigned to the 332nd transportation Corps Army band. Following service in the army during World War II, Bob moved to Chicago in 1947 where he began studies at DePaul University. Starting out in both biology and music he soon realized he had to chose between the two. Bob chose biology as his career option. After earning a bachelor of science degree in biology and a masters degree in botany, Bob went on to the University of Chicago to earn his PhD. After completing his graduate work in botany at Chicago, Bob returned to teach at DePaul in its biological-sciences department, eventually chairing the department. It was during his studies at the University of Chicago that Bob met Mary Lou Stoegbauer (also from WI) on a train ride into the city. They married in 1954. In 1958, Bob and Mary Lou moved to Park Ridge, IL. It was at their home in Park Ridge that Bob was able to blend his scientific work in cytology and genetics with his interest in breeding daylilies. This quickly became a lifetime interest. Eventually, Bob would go on to make contributions to the development of such plants as gladiolus, daylilies, and true lilies. Bob was one of the first botanists to develop a method for doubling the chromosomes in Daylilies; offering more color possibilities, increased vigor and substance, and larger flowers. Bob’s research resulted in major scientific advances and is recognized as a pioneer in plant physiology genetics and plant breeding.

In 1989, Bob retired from his work at DePaul. He was honored at the 1989 commencement as a recipient of the Via Sapientiae award, the highest award that the university can bestow upon a member of its community. Retirement allowed Bob to concentrate entirely on his work with daylilies. In 1991, he and Mary Lou made the decision to move to their home in Wisconsin. The relocation took two years because he had to transfer two crops of flowers-daylilies and lilies from his home in Park Ridge, Illinois to his daylily farm outside Delavan, Wisconsin. In 2007, Mary Lou passed away and Bob’s daughter Barbara, husband Frankie and daughter Gracie stepped in to care for Bob as he was legally blind from macular degeneration and unable to fully care for himself. In 2015, Bob developed heart and kidney disease and it was becoming increasingly more difficult for him to be out in his daylily fields without ending up in the hospital. In 2016, a job opportunity for Barbara gave the family an opportunity to relocate to Cape Coral FL. So, after 60 years, Bob hung up his hybridizing hat to be with his family in FL. It was now time for others to continue his work with the daylilies. In October of 2016, a group of trusted lily aficionados and friends gathered in what later was referred to as “The Big Dig” to salvage over 4,000 lily bulbs from Bob’s fields.

Bob is survived by 5 children: Robert (Pam) Griesbach Ellicott City, MD, James (Ann) Griesbach Orland Park, IL, Debra (Glenn) Andrews Georgetown, SC, Donald (Martin Morales) Los Angeles, CA and Barbara (Frankie) Kropacek Cape Coral, FL, eight grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters: Virginia Swichtenberg, Menasha; Donna Mahoney Menasha,WI.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Mary Lou, his four brothers: Norman (Katie) Griesbach; Marc (Mary) Griesbach; William (Joan) Griesbach and Donald (Sally) Griesbach and one sister: Sister Donna (Evangeline) SSND

It would be remiss of me if I did not share the vital role my mom played in my dad’s professional advancements as well as being the families matriarch. My mom was, as a dear friend described, a generous, delightful, and inimitable human being that took delight in making my dad and our family happy....even if it meant stepping aside and taking second fiddle. Our family will miss them both.

Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 528 Second Street, Menasha. Friends and family may visit at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

Source: Coral Ridge Funeral Home online: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cape-coral-fl/robert-griesbach-8866154

Book Club August 7

Born a Crime by Trevor Noah proved entertaining as well as informative.  His childhood and adolescent experiences growing up in South Africa under apartheid clearly depicted the brutal environment in a lively and often amusing manner. As a mixed race child, Trevor was not a part of any of the defined classes in South Africa, and had to make his way carefully through strictly defined social expectations and constraints. While some of us didn't like the casual style of his writing and wanted a bit more substance, we were unanimous in admiration for his mother.  Her struggles to guide Trevor into making the very most of his situation, often butted against his own uniquely stubborn and willful behavior. We shared some laughter over this one.

Our next book will be The Art Forger by B. A. Shapiro. You can read a review here .  We  meet Wednesday, October 2 in Room 115 of the Richardson Library.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We will continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

Book Club, June 10

Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk, by Kathleen Rooney was a great book for retirees to read. Set in New York in the 1980's, the 84 year old woman remembers her life as she walks one night through the city. As she walked,  passing places where she had lived, worked, and eaten, she recounted memories of her past. Through the places and those memories, Rooney wove a tale of reconciliation of a personal past and present, including regrets and revelations. In addition to evoking decades old Manhattan, the story of Lillian emphasized the role that civility plays in humanizing us, that casual interactions can have powerful impact on lives, and that memories can sustain us. We enjoyed the book and the conversation.

Our next book will be Born A Crime by Trevor Noah. You can read a review here here. We  meet Wednesday, June 5 in Room 115 of the Richardson Library.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We will continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

Salma Ghanem appointed interim provost

Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce DePaul’s Board of Trustees voted to appoint Salma Ghanem interim provost effective July 1. Salma, a professor and dean of the College of Communication, has been serving as acting provost since October 2018. Over the last eight months, she has served admirably during a challenging time for Academic Affairs. I am grateful for her willingness to continue in this role

With a background blending the theoretical and applied aspects of the field of communication, Salma became dean of the College of Communication in August 2014. Prior to joining DePaul, she served as dean of the College of Communication and Fine Arts at Central Michigan University for five years. She also held the position of chair of the Department of Communication at the University of Texas Pan American for eight years. Salma Ghanem

In addition to her academic background, she served as a press and information officer for the Press Office of the Egyptian Mission to the United Nations in New York and as a communication specialist with Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Texas. Born and raised in Egypt, she is fluent in Arabic and French and has considerable skill in Spanish. Her passion for cultural awareness and interdisciplinary research stems from the fact she herself is an immigrant and was raised by parents who are Egyptian and Dutch. She taught for 15 years at the University of Texas-Pan American, a Hispanic Serving Institution. She also taught in several study-abroad programs in Spain, Egypt, Turkey, Austria and Germany. Salma received multiple awards for research and teaching, and has published and presented nationally and internationally. She earned a Ph.D. in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 1996. It is indeed our good fortune to have talented leaders who can step up and take on expanded responsibilities. I am pleased to also announce Alexandra Murphy will continue to serve as acting dean of the College of Communication. On behalf of the university community, I thank them for continuing in these important leadership roles. The university intends to conduct a nationwide search for a new provost in the summer or fall of 2021 with the goal of naming a permanent provost by July 1, 2022. Please join me in congratulating Salma on her appointment as interim provost. Sincerely, A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D. President

A LOOK BACK, A LOOK FORWARD: SNL TRANSITIONS TO SCHOOL OF CONTINUING AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

By Abigail Pickus / June 13, 2019 / Posted in: CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY Facebook

SNL celebration 2019

On May 31, DePaul hosted a gala celebrating the School for New Learning and its transition to the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.

 (Diane M. Smutny/DMS Photography)


The School for New Learning was founded nearly half a century ago. As the newly branded School of Continuing and Professional Studies, it continues to offer adult learners innovative programs that meet their needs.

When SNL opened its doors in 1972, the nation was in the midst of what came to be known as the nontraditional student movement.

“This meant the student came before the institution. That sounds basic now, but up to that time, the questions were always ‘what did the institution think’ not ‘what did the student think,’” recalls SNL founding Dean Howard Sulkin in a 1998 documentary DePaul produced in honor of the school’s 25th anniversary.

With professionally oriented degree programs, recognition of life experiences, emphasis on applied liberal studies and commitment to community, SNL offers working adults a pathway to higher education in a way that meets their needs.

“SNL was built upon educational principles that value students’ prior learning from experience, their workplace-based knowledge and skills, and their perspectives as older students that traditional students wouldn’t learn about in textbooks. This is what makes adult learning such a fascinating and exciting project,” says Interim Dean Don Opitz. Don Opitz

Interim Dean Don Opitz shared remarks during the spring gala. (Diane M. Smutny/DMS Photography)

For Associate Professor Susan McGury, producer of the anniversary documentary, SNL is like no other place for adult learners. From its inception, SNL has placed students from the working world in command of their learning pathways.

“This method of education puts the student in the driver’s seat while surrounding them with lots of supports and resources. Add to this the lifelong-learning element, which is about building skills, and the result is the confidence to know that you can teach yourself anything,” she says.

Having graduated its 10,000th student this past summer, SNL continues its commitment to serving a unique learning population, even as it pivots to respond to changes in its market.

According to recent studies, SNL students are older, average age 36, work more hours than other DePaul students, 68 percent work 30 or more hours per week, and attend part time, 87 percent. They also express greater satisfaction with their advising and academic experiences. Also, the proportion of SNL’s African-American students is significantly higher than the same demographic for adult learners across DePaul.

SNL continues to reinforce its commitment to the larger community.

“Students who come to our programs are already very much engaged with their communities. This is something that DePaul values and SNL especially emphasizes,” Opitz says.

This summer, SNL will officially become the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.

Building upon its strengths in online and flexible degree program options, the school will become even more competitive in an already competitive marketplace by offering more specialized degrees. This includes new undergraduate degree programs in business administration, computing and health care administration in partnership with the College of Science and Health.

“These developments will enable us to reach a wider net of students and be more successful. I’m excited about us being more innovative as we explore new degree programs and engage in the business of certificates and stackable credentials,” Opitz says.

Looking ahead to a future under the SCPS banner means both change and consistency.

“One thing is sure: The school is proudly advancing its unique mission of engaging adults in learning that connects their academic studies with endeavors at work and in the community,” Opitz says.​

Source: DePaul Newsline, June 13, 2019

Book Club Meeting, April 3

We had another lively discussion when we considered The Third Coast: When Chicago Built the American Dream by Thomas Dyja, in April. He deftly covered many aspects of the cultural, social, and political aspects of Chicago during the period after WWII through 1960, but the scope was so broad that many details were not fleshed out. The product of comprehensive and expansive research was combined with authorial conjectures about habits and personalities of prominent figures, which disrupted the flow of the narrative. We learned a lot about the immediate postwar time in Chicago, including details about politics, architecture, television, and popular culture. Once again, a rewarding and informative discussion.

Our next book will be Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by DePaul faculty, Kathleen Rooney. Check out this review from The New York Times.  We will meet Wednesday, June 5 in Room 115 of the Richardson Library.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We will continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

DES Luncheon, May 1, 2019

More than 75 DES Members enjoyed camaraderie, ate a delicious lunch and heard from President Esteban regarding DePaul's strategic plans.

Additionally:

• Fr. Edward Udovic, CM and Alice Farrell were thanked for their many years of DES support.

• Don Casey, Marty Kalin and Nancy Rospenda were re-elected to the Steering Committee. Their terms end in 2022.

• Sue Kosinski reported 5 scholarships were awarded this past year from the DES Scholarship fund.

• Nancy Rospenda announced she was running for President. You had to be there!

• Following the luncheon, Rich Goode provided an estate planning seminar for members

A good time was had by all.

Enjoy some photos from the day

In Memoriam - Drusilla Dillard

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Drusilla Dillard.  Drusilla served in the Law Library from 1993 until her retirement in 2015.  She passed away on February 28 at the age of 59.  A loving sister and doting aunt, Drusilla was kind and friendly, never failing to offer a smile and welcoming "hello" to everyone she met.

Services will be held this Friday, March 15 at AA Rayner & Sons Funeral Home, 218 E. 71st Street, Chicago 60619.  Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a memorial service at noon.
Our condolences go to the family, friends, and former colleagues who mourn the loss of Drusilla.  May she rest in peace.

Source: Mission and Ministry email, March 12, 2019

Book Club Meeting, February 6

Our February book, The Things they Carried, generated a heated discussion on whether or not it was fiction or fact. Tim O'Brien's fictionalized story of his time in Vietman during the 1960's, caused some of us to discount it as just his fantasy of his experiences that didn't ring true. Others argued strongly that sometimes what is made up can provide more insight into the humanity of the men and their situation than any factual account of feelings and actions.  O'Brien referenced the idea of the difference between real stories and true stories throughout the book, which helped us all come to some understanding of his goal in writing this book. We were in complete agreement as to the power of his language and his ability to evoke emotion in his characters.  

Our next book will be The Third Coast: When Chicago Built the American Dream by Thomas Dyja.   Here is a link to a review from The New York Times.  We will meet Wednesday, April 3 in Room 115 of the Richardson Library. Remember that we now start our group at 11 am.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We will continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, know if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

In Memoriam - David Drehmer

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death earlier this week after a long illness of David E. Drehmer. Dr. Drehmer taught at DePaul for 40 years as an Associate Professor in the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship. He was the father of Charles Drehmer who also teaches in the Driehaus College of Business. Dr. Drehmer is also survived by his wife Marybeth. A memorial service will take place later in spring. For Dr. Drehmer's full obituary see:

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?n=david-e-drehmer&pid=191488011

Our deepest sympathies to the Drehmer family at this time of loss.

Source: Mission and Ministry, February 8, 2019

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David E. Drehmer, Ph.D., 69, of Downers Grove, formerly of Westmont, Clarendon Hills and Chicago, IL, passed away on February 5, 2019. Beloved husband of Marybeth; loving father of Jeremy (Devon) and Charles (Laura) Drehmer. Proud grandfather of Henry, Grace and Madeline; dear brother of Susan Ice (Greg). Born in Dodge City, KS to the late Donna and Lawrence Drehmer. David was an esteemed faculty member at DePaul University for 40 years where he was an Associate Professor in the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship. He was also a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice in Naperville, IL. A memorial service will take place in the spring.

Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Feb. 8, 2019

In Memoriam - Curtis Verschoor

Dear Colleagues,

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death on January 17th of Curtis Carl Verschoor, age 87. Curt was the Ledger and Quill professor of accountancy at DePaul University since 1974 (emeritus since 1994). He authored 12 books and more than 250 journal articles, in addition to a monthly column on business ethics, which he faithfully wrote until a few weeks prior to his passing.

Curt is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Marie Emilie (Kritschgau) Verschoor. He is also survived by his children and their spouses: Katherine (Jerry Grimson) Verschoor, Carolyn (Greg) Kirschner, John (Susan) Verschoor, and Carla (Rein) Verschoor Kirss, twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Jack.

A memorial service will be held at the Barrington United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington, IL 60010.

Our deepest sympathies to the Verschoor family.

Source: Mission and Ministry email, January 31, 2019.
Photo: DES Luncheon, October 29, 2010

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Curtis Carl Verschoor, 87, of Barrington, IL, passed away peacefully on January 17th, 2019.

He will be remembered for his intellectual passion, his commitment to his church, and his love of family. Curt was the Ledger and Quill professor of accountancy at DePaul University since 1974 (emeritus since 1994). He authored 12 books and more than 250 journal articles, in addition to a monthly column on business ethics, which he faithfully wrote until a few weeks prior to his passing. He enjoyed music and he and his wife Marie sang in their church choir for nearly 50 years.

Curt is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Marie Emilie (Kritschgau) Verschoor. He is also survived by his children and their spouses: Katherine (Jerry Grimson) Verschoor, Carolyn (Greg) Kirschner, John (Susan) Verschoor, and Carla (Rein) Verschoor Kirss, twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Jack.

A memorial service will be held at the Barrington United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington, IL 60010.

Source: Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Jan. 20, 2019

In Memoriam - Jack Leahy

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Dr. John "Jack" Leahy, retired professor of the Religious Studies Department. Jack passed away on January 13 at the age of 85. He is survived by his wife, Elayne Morrey; three step daughters, Margaret Morrey, Bridget Morrey and Mary Granbush; 11 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren.

Jack joined the DePaul faculty in 1971 and served until his retirement in 2006. Best known for his long commitment to student-centered learning, Jack pioneered the teaching of business ethics for undergraduates. Jack was academic mentor to the SNL college from 1985-1987. From 1991-1998, Jack served as director of the foreign study program. Under his guidance, the program grew rapidly, established numerous study abroad programs, and oversaw faculty study trips designed to enhance multicultural learning. Drawing on his personal background as the son of Irish immigrants, Jack was a strong advocate for and instrumental in developing the Irish Studies Program, and taught a course on the "troubles" in Northern Ireland. From 2001-2003, Jack was faculty director of the Community Service Studies minor. In all of these educational efforts, Jack treated others with humanity and grace.

Jack was active in the Illinois chapter of the American Association of University Professors, and served as its president from 1999-2000. Upon his retirement from DePaul, Jack received the Via Sapientiae award.

Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 16, 3 - 6 p.m. with a memorial service from 6 - 7 p.m. at Burnett-Dane Funeral Home, 120 West Park Avenue, Libertyville, IL.

Our condolences go to the family, friends, former students, and university colleagues who mourn the loss of Jack. May he rest in peace.

Source: Office of Mission and Ministry, January 14, 2019
Photo source: DES Luncheon, October, 2010

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John T. "Jack" Leahy, 85, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019 at Advocate Condell Medical Center. He was born June 24, 1933 in Chicago and had been a Libertyville resident for the past 43 years. Dr. Leahy was a Professor Emeritus at DePaul University. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, M. Elayne Morrey; 3 daughters, Margaret Morrey, Bridget Morrey and Mary (Kevin) Grambush; 11 grandchildren, Sarah, Daniel, Jordon, Nora, Elizabeth, Stanley, Marianna, Gabriella, Lee, Erin and Jacklyn; 6 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Sister Mary Leahy, Sheila (Joseph) Ruskuff and Margaret (Richard) Frederick. He was the dear uncle of many and will be dearly missed by all of those who loved him. He was preceded in death by his daughters, Ann and Patty Morrey. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019 at the Burnett-Dane Funeral Home Ltd., 120 W. Park Ave. (Route 176, one block west of Milwaukee Ave.), Libertyville. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm during the visitation. Info, 847-362-3009 or please share a memory at https://www.burnettdane.com/obituaries/John-Leahy-6/.

Published in Chicago Suburban Daily Herald on Jan. 15, 2019

Book Club Meeting December 5

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson, lawyer and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, provided insights into his work defending innocent men and women convicted and sentenced to the death penalty in the American prison system. The experiences documented in the book showed us the failure of our legal system to provide for those who lack the economic, social, or political resources to gain equal justice in the courts of our nation, particularly in the South. While some of the details were emotionally difficult to read, our discussion helped us gain some hope, knowing that there are those such as Stevenson who are willing to fight the battles to get falsely convicted prisoners exonerated. His admonition to his readers to develop a proximity to those who are disadvantaged, to understand what produces these unequal judicial outcomes, made an impact on us all.

Our next book will be The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien.  Here is a link to a review from The New York Times. We will meet Wednesday, February 6 in Room 115 of the Richardson Library.  Remember that we now start our group at 11 am.  We gather at 11, with discussion from 11:30 to 12:30, so please bring your brown bag lunch!  For further information contact Kathryn DeGraff or Helen Marlborough.

We will continue to review the titles on our list for consideration for upcoming discussions. Please let Kathryn, Helen, or anyone else in the group, if you have a favorite book you would like to share with your DES colleagues. As you can tell from the posts, we are interested in a wide range of fiction and non fiction. We enjoy our sessions thoroughly and always have room for more people and more insights.

In Memoriam - Nicholas Kostopoulos, Sr.

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Nicholas Kostopoulos, Sr., who served in Public Safety at DePaul from 1987 until his retirement in 1998.  He is the father of Nicholas Kostopoulos, Jr., who currently serves in Public Safety.  Nick passed away on December 24 at the age of 92.  He is survived by three children and three grandchildren.

Services have been held.  Online condolences may be submitted at  https://www.cumberlandchapels.com/obituaries/Nicholas-P-Kostopoulos?obId=3964871#/celebrationWall

Our sympathy goes to the family, friends, and university colleagues who mourn the loss of Nick.  May he rest in peace.

Source: Mission and Ministry email January 2, 2019

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Obituary for Nicholas P. Kostopoulos

Nicholas Peter Kostopoulos, Age 92, at rest on December 24, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Ann (nee Wright). Loving father of Steve (the late Angela), Nicholas Jr. and Thomas and the late Michael Kostopoulos Cherished grandfather of Paul, Carissa and Kevin. Fond brother of the late Thomas. Visitation Friday, December 28th, 2018 from 3:00 until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 12:00 noon at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in River Grove. Info www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.

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