This fall, we launch our multi-year, $100 million campaign to ensure that Saint Francis students and educators have the tools and resources they need to make a transformative impact. His boyhood friends have been getting together a few times a year just to keep in touch with each other. Mass Times. It was the best time of my life. lol I cried when we left the neighborhood. Ive often wondered what happened to this memorial. My name is Janice, my maiden name is Barro. I was so honored. My mother kept many of our class pictures. I remember going to Sarnos bakery. Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. Sister Speranza did have 7th and 8th in one room. . The Family belonged to Holy Name society, and Lady of the rosaries Daughters of Mary, and so forth. Edwards Sis.Phillips and Father Charles are some of the names and of course Mr. Rittenberg we attend Cabrini in the mid 60s. I have been diligently looking for old classmates. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. I remember the hot dog stand across the street. taller, slim, dark-haired fellow whose name I cant recall? We moved after that and I went to St Simeon school in Bellwood, IL. I remember all the nuns you mentioned. Unfortunately, the names you mention were a little before my time, but I sincerely appreciate your input. I actually saw the building I grew up in. I graduated Cabrini in 1959 and then went to Providence HS. It was a real community; we knew so many neighbors. In 1989, the late First Lady of Chicago Maggie Daley approached We also moved to the Austin disyrict at the end of fifth grade 1960. I also remember Mary Ann Farinella. The one memory I will never forget was that during lent if we went to services with our parents we did not have to do homework and also how we used to stare at the statue of Mother Cabrini laying in state in that glass casket and keep staring till we thought she moved! 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. He also used to wear a lot of shirts at one time. Practices were great fun as they got right in there with us spiking the balls as they tried to hold their veiis back. John was with me last night as I celebrated Many of my memories are kind of vague, but I do remember a trip that seemed to be sponsored by the church, to a farm. Visible Anyone can find this group. Dennis and I lost contact with everyone. 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. 772. Right, it was Lexington which was blocked, Francisco was a the north-south street just east of Sacramento. Did she get married? This is Frank Rose Marie Espositos newphew. For some reason I cant remember your fathers name. Catholic Elem School Formerly Rosie L Harris sister Bernice and brother David. She is the daughter of Joseph and Mary Guerrieri. Office Hours: My grandma lived at 3047 W. Polk St. Also remember having black cows at the soda fountain at DiPrima and Chiarmonte Pharmacy on Kedzie. If there is a way. i hope you got to see the movie footage i posted the link of.it doesnt show much inside the church but alot of sacramento blvd and some of lexington st Hello Debbie DiOrio Abruzzo. I will list six names that I recall were in our class. I remember Sister Lucy as my kindergarten teacher. 520 members Join group About Discussion More About Discussion About this group 3043 N. Francisco Ave (between Nelson and Barry) CHICAGO, IL Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. And I do trust that you are in good health. (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) Fr. 606 E. Washington St. Medina, Ohio 44256 (330) 725-4968. I graduated in 1959. Those were good years, good neighborhood. Their basketball team won a state championship I believe in 79. take care It was for one of my fellow students. He gave me a lovely cross as a memento and I still have it. Ironically a house recently sold for $700.000 at Francisco and Polk. is located in the heart of downtown. I am looking at our class picture as I write this. I have been in Florida the last 12 years full time. Maybe someone could enlighten regarding some earlier riots. Leonora, I graduated in from St. Frances 1953, and also attended school in the rectory and in the church basement until the school was built. that you mention was owned by Willie & Delores Russo. I attended from 1946-1953. I remember Mother Cabrini in that glass case. It was nice hearing from you! Also Willie Dickson passed away some years ago after returning from Viet Nam. I can also remember the neighborhood changed. I was scaredto death, fortunately, I only had to meet them once. Your email address will not be published. We are both Italian-Americans who lives in Polk and Lexington streets, along with all our relatives. Do you remember Dennis Kendall? Compare St. Francis Xavier School to Other Schools School Details Grades PK, K-8 Students 437 Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1 National 17:1 I attended St Francis from 1946 to 1953. I attended Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini school from approximately 1956-1961. How sad that was. I had a good friend in that class. How is your brother Jerry? Virtual 360 School Tour HSA Spirit Shop How to Access the Family Portal on FACTS Payment Portal Safe Environment Old Metairie Fest Sponsorship Info OMF Sponsorship Form Our Mission Statement: SEARCH @ Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish. Do you remember the big riot that broke out in the Pier Room? History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . He is currently a professor at Harvard Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts . Dennis LaMontagna that name sounds familiar. This family owned a turkey farm. Welcome to Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish (Saints JFX)! Archdiocese of Chicago: St. Francis Xavier School. We shopped at a little grocery store named Zenas that was in the middle of our block. We kept in touch and he concelebrated my wedding. HI, I just came across this site dont know anybody here but Rosie Harris Ross. Lucky was Fr. View their 2022-23 rankings, tuition cost, acceptance rates, reviews and more. I remember all the priests you mentioned also. They were mainly fond memories. Hi Rosalie Our neighborhood consisted of primarily Italian immigrants. Take care hope to here from you again. Robert and Joe, my family lived across the alley from your families in my grandparents 4 flat at 2926 W. Polk St. Their surname was Durante. Hello, Peter, this is Rosalie Guerrieri Wemple. Yes, that is very sad Cabrini had lost so many students and parishioners. There is also a Facebook for us. It is in Norridge and running under our name, Allegrettis! Reading all the different brought back many memories. The average rate in schools in communities of similar income level as our was 92%. I remember you and your brother John. We also went to Scafuri bakery which was right around the corner from where we lived on Polk St. Fr. I do remember playing in the playground and if any of us boys got out of hand, Brother was there with his little leather strap to bring us back in line. Truly miss your relatives bakery, Espositos; the aroma of fresh Italian bread, and pastries! The project provides new and expanded spaces for parish and school learning and growth, and community-building activities. My cousin and I always stayed after school and helped the nuns and sometimes we were invited to the convent to visit with the nuns. A place where families would accept and embrace all HI , I went to Cabrini from 1951-1959. Lucien Morselli. Its been a a long time hasnt it. Tuition is $6,360 for the highest grade offered. Bulletin Correction Please be advised that Stations of the Cross will take place at St. Francis Xavier on Friday, March 3rd at 7pm NOT at St. Clare's. Upcoming Events. Take care and stay blessed. I will share it with the surviving Guerrieris and Iovinellis who also lived on Lexington. Francis Xavier Clooney SJ FBA (born 1950) is an American Jesuit priest and scholar in the teachings of Hinduism. I said I was and never mentioned it to anyone until now. Presently its being used for administrative purposes. Imust give my parents a great deal of credit for allowing me on this trip. Site powered by The Archdiocese of Chicago . We had been very active in the Church and school, and remember Father Cogo, Father Lucky and Btr. Endorse Frances Xavier Warde School. Tony Coleman, Oops! 296. Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. I still have it. I went on to Providence H.S and graduated in 1963. I do remember Espositos Bakery. I lived at 2818 W Flournoy. We moved away from the neighbor after I finished 5th grade moving further west to the Austin neighborhood. Then to the playground on the closed street! Please, Selecting a category below will take you to another page. Coco was the first person to tell me about the great Italian A.P. Holy Trinity High School (Catholic) Add to Compare (13) Grades: 9-12 | 348 students 520.8 miles 1443 W Division Street Chicago, IL 60642 Clergy Rev. The factory across the alley behind our house. Losing Anthony was the worst thing that could have happened to Chuck. hi robert,my mom/grandparents lived next door to your family 2930 w lexington.my was good friends with your uncles anthony/frank.here is a link to a video of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversary in 1942 at mother cabrini.one of your uncles(alex) is an altar boy in the movie if remember correctly?my mom talks about your family all the time and talks to them regularly.my moms maiden name is dote.the film shows the inside of the church and walking from lexington street and also sacramento boulevard.i was born after everyone left the neighborhood but i love hearing all the stories http://youtu.be/aGUdUjF1z8s I taught Spanish mostly at the high school level. During the Pier Room riot, Leo stayed around to fight, but I ran out to try to get him help. Do you remember the Bridgeport crew who used to sit in the middle, back end of the Pier Room. St. Francis Xavier School differentiates itself from the other schools based on its philosophy of creating all rounded personalities rather than just lob sided academicians. I also do remember Farther Dufficy. My mother would say when are you coming home! My sister nor my cousin finished at Mother Cabrini as the neighborhood was at its end. Sunny Boy Bakery for fresh hot Italian bread, Johnny hot dog stand, Albany butcher, Granada Funeral home, FRed the Florist, Lousies grocery store and many many more. I believe that she lived in the 30 hundred block of Lexington or Flournoy. Raphael and Phillips. The Student-Teacher Ratio for preschools is reported directly by the school. I attended Cabrini from 1951 to 1959. St. Frances Xavier Cabrini School on Chicagos Westside, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Catholic School Westside Chicago, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGUdUjF1z8s&feature=share&list=UUD6PTrH9Vuwx0jy17y7VU-w. I have decided to share some of my fondest memories of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Grammar School and St. Frances XavierCabrini Church. Mama Celest was a few doors down from the bakery. I remember fondly being taught the rudiments of volleyball-one of the first sports we girls were exposed to by Sr. Ethel Agnes and Sr Phillip. St Francis Xavier School Elementary Schools Schools Educational Services Website 27 YEARS IN BUSINESS (708) 588-1472 21 N Catherine Ave La Grange, IL 60525 2. I came across this site a few years ago and planned to contribute my memories of St. Frances Cabrini but would get so taken up with reading the entries and recalling so many of you, either as neighbors or classmates, I would get to tired to carry on. God Bless and stay safe. joe falbo. Wow, great video! It was a beautiful school, parish, convent, and priests and sisters. Interview requirements for admission to the school. I remember some of the nuns: Sister Phillips, Sister Rapheal, Sister Speranza (? My best memories are at St. Frances X Cabrini School. It was so different then. I recently spoke to Joe Ponce, hes fine. We are both retired. This school has been claimed by the school or a school representative. How many rooms? I dont know if the school still stands. We would love to have as many from Cabrini as possible with us. We can't imagine finding a better school for our kids anywhere, honestly. I graduated in 64. Just noticed your post. Father Jack Wall, pastor of Old St. Patrick`s church, with a bold Fond memories of the horsedrawn produce wagon coming up the alley with the sing-song calling out of wares. I also remember Faldo cheese, wasnt there a store on Taylor street, next to Scafuri bakery? I was the youngest of 3 girls, my sisters are Valerie and Linda. I have been obsessed with finding it my whole life. I remember you and your brother Joe Joe and your entire family. I also attend Cabrini along with my siblings Aquanetta, Henry jr. Frank(speedy)and Carolyn. I also attended mass at St. Simeon In Bellwood until it closed. i love to read all these stories as everyone left the neighborhood before i was born.i posted a link to some movie film at cabrini of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversery.i hope you got to see it? I remember you and Father Lucky. Best regards to all my classmates- hope your journey has been much-blessed! I lived at 3045 w polk st. About. I am not sure about this but I think I remember coal being delivered for the boiler. Welcome. We lived at 2930 Lexington. There was no reply under your name, so I replied to myself in the hopes that youd read this. I think you and I shared the same class. . Early Childhood Elementary Middle School What's Happening Hi Donna Fasone Blaha & Linda Manzella! geraldine dote(falbo)is my mom!she said to say hello to you and hopes you are doing well.she sees many of her cabrini friends often and quite a bunch are still great friends and in contact close to 70 years now! Our Priest was Father Fr. Any relation. During this time we alsobegan to get regular teachers. Me and my cousins went there also. Where did you post the video? Those were very happy days and those memories are still very alive for me. All these memories of Cabrini arte so wonderful to read. The church was so majestic! The hot dog stand on Sacramento Blvd. are amazing and truly connect with your kids to learn how they learn best. Hi Linda Are you related to her! So glad you posted this. I moved away in 1960. We called him Fr. I remember going to the bakery on kedzie Sarnos with my mom. I remember you being in my class at Cabrini. I can still picture what your both looked like. My name is Frank Cesario. I moved away from that neighborhood to Forest Park and then out of Illinois for many years. Then St. Domitilla in Hillside. I attended .St. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 524 Ninth Street Wilmette, IL 60091 Phone: (847) 256-4250 Email Us Directions. I still do and enjoying retirement after working as a print production mgr for Leo Burnett and other companies downtown. The property was located on the poverty-stricken west side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois . He invited me to his celebration. We lived at 3045 W Polk and moved around 1959_1960. So glad I found this site. I am seeing people mentioning riots and I only recall the riots and devastation when Dr. Martin Luther King was killed. Like to here from anyone in my class room with sister Teresine. an academically excellent education along with a foundation to I am a little late to this party. I just meant it ended as we knew it when our Parish and school closed. We didnt live in the neighborhood so I would leave in the morning with my mother, who was the organist and be at the 7:00 mass. Hope to hear from you and others again! I started thinking of my old neighborhood where I had many friends because a mass shooting happened at Polk & California this past October 31. "Tim Baity is going to be a special player," St. Xavier coach Mike Feminis said. Her brother, Robert, served in the army during WWII and was with Eisenhower when they liberated Dachau. FR Lucky. I stumbled upon this page by accident. Bulley & Andrews served as construction manager for the new, 22,300 sq. makes us unique. We have an Extended Day Program open from 6:30am-6pm & summer camp! I take my grandsons to all the museums, and recently to the Art Institute for the first time not to mention the zoo, parks and beaches. I know its been awile since your letter about our school.I moved out of the neighborhood at age 11,moved to Lombard il.M address was 2853 w flournoy.I remember Bro Silvio and SR Teresine, she was the only teacher I ever had.We also had a girl whos parents owned Cladios Bakery. It was a beautiful experience, and after the program ended,my host family remained in touch and paidfor my next visit. Bulley & Andrews, BAMR, BACR, and associated logos are registered trademarks of Bulley & Andrews, LLC. 14.5. I think you and I hung out a bit on and off when our mothers visited. My dad, Charlie Paletta, made a grotto for Holy Mary and it was placed in the school. My grandparents, Mike and Sanita lived upstairs. My Uncle Tony Esposito also attended school there he was three or four years ahead of me. I lived right across the street on the corner of Harrison and California. You have a good memory. I lived at 824 S California while attending St. Frances . I think we moved into the new school in 51 or 52. For more information, please contact the school. Annual Examination Commences For Classes I to IX & XI, 2023 St. Francis Xavier School | All Rights Reserved. Check with relatives about where you lived. Dennis and I are happy to hear from you. You could be a cousin as I dont know much of anything about my grandmothers family except they were from Gorgoglione, Italy. Very interesting Elizabeth, We used the same street as you mentioned for recess. It has 283 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. Thank you for sharing. Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. We loved Sarnos Bakery and went there all the time in fact there is a cookie we have never again seen in our lives usually sold at Christmas time it was a large dark cookie in the shape of a triangle and chocolate frosted. he would come in and make himself comfortable, stretching his legs and putting his feet right up on the cocktail table. My Aunt and Uncle were the Lullos, you might remember my cousin Dolores Lullo. Classes I To X To Wear Summer Uniform From 27.02.2023, Classes I To XII School Uniform Counter. I often wondered what became of you and your siblings. The very last time that I saw him he had moved on to Our Lady of the Angels. Its really a pleasure to contact you or any friends from St. Frances Cabrini. While at Saint Francis Cabrini I attained so many of my sacraments there, however I was baptized at Our Lady of Sorrows. now. We lived at 3234 Polk. I attended from 1953 to 1961 when we moved to Glen Ellyn sadly at the beginning of my eight grade. so glad you enjoyed the film robert!my mom always talks about your family and how much fun they had growing up next door to each other.my mom said they would sneak in and out each others bedroom windows to go out when they werent supposed to lol.my mom talks to your aunt lynn all the time.if you mention the dotes your family will know exactly who you are talking about! My sister and I went to our beloved St Frances Cabrini School from 1954 to 1960. Leo said to say hello to you. , fortunately, i just came across this site dont know much of about... 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