As you know Leo High School has been a strong presence on the south side since 1926. The economy and other contributing factors create a challenge to make our school accessible and affordable to our students and maintain the Leo Tradition of academic excellence. Our annual golf outing is … [Read more...]
12th Annual Eric and Steven Lee Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser Event 2014
For over a decade Mark Lee ’85, President of the Eric and Steven Lee Memorial Scholarship Foundation, has been part of an effort to raise money to provide educational opportunities for disadvantaged youth in Chicago. The foundation has sponsored students in the past at both Leo and Maria High. It … [Read more...]
“Leo Men and friends in Crestwood for a Windy City Thunderbolts Game on Friday June 6th ~ A good time had by all!”
In the spirit of keeping that Lion pride going and having fun, we attended a baseball game for the Windy City Thunderbolts. Following were the details: Bases Loaded Coupon Package When: June 6th Time: 7:05 PM Price: $13.00 a ticket (still not bad) WHAT WE GOT! Reserved box … [Read more...]
Bourke / Mahoney Golf Outing – August 6, 2014
This shotgun and a half event will be held on Wednesday August 6, at Gleneagles Country Club. This has become a very successful and satisfying good time for all of us. Don’t forget for all of you non-golfers, you may come out for dinner only. We will be notifying last years golf captains of … [Read more...]
4th Annual SMA Charity Golf Outing held on May 17, 2014
Like many other people, we had not heard of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) until our grandson, Ryan, was diagnosed at the age of 26 months. Our family was devastated because SMA is a genetic neuromuscular disease with no treatment or cure. Together with the help of family and many friends, as well … [Read more...]
Passing of Mike Darrah ’63 – Funeral 5/28/14
Announcement of the passing of Mike Darrah '63 Funeral to be held at Our Lady of Loretta, Hometown, IL Wednesday 5/28/14 - 10:30am Mass … [Read more...]
Cardinal Francis George Inducted into Leo Hall of Fame
Cardinal Francis George was inducted into the Leo High School Hall of Fame during a ceremony in his office at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center on Thursday, May 22. The Leo Alumni Association voted the Cardinal into the Hall as a member of the Class of 2014, but he was unable to join his fellow … [Read more...]
Attention Classes of 1965 and 1990
Fellow Alumni, I hope that you had the opportunity to attend our annual banquet this year and reconnect with some old friends. Once again we had a great year and that is in large part due to the commitment that so many of our fellow alumni put forth to make that possible. 2015 will … [Read more...]
Passing of Mr. Robert M. Vander Veen, Father of Michael R. Vander Veen ’73
Passing of Mr. Robert M. Vander Veen on 4/18/14, father of Michael R. Vander Veen class of '73. Robert was Leo's Father's Club Man of the Year in 1973. Memorial Mass to be held on 5/17/14 at Most Holy Redeemer Church @ 10:30. Interment private on 5/19/14. … [Read more...]
Spring is Here, Let’s Celebrate with Baseball!
Lions as you know we have just celebrated another great Alumni Banquet! In the spirit of keeping that Lion pride going and having fun, we are looking to attend a baseball game for the Windy City Thunderbolts. Following are the details: Bases Loaded Coupon Package When: June 6th Time: … [Read more...]