Morris Catholic prepares them for future leadership in their chosen careers, within their communities and churches and within their families. The 15 state titles won by the program are the most of any school in New Jersey. The two secretly met up at theRamada in Rockaway Township, court papers say. Give us a call, send us a picture, let us get the word out through social media. This was the original name of Pope John XXIII High School in Sparta--Our Lady of the Lake. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Goble Funeral Home in Sparta. Washington Township. Madison, Heis being held in the Morris County Jail pending a court appearance. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. New Jersey is a state in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern regions of the United States, situated at the center of the Northeast megalopolis, the most populous American urban agglomeration.It is bordered on the north and east by the state of New York; on the east, southeast, and south by the Atlantic Ocean; on the west by the Delaware River and Pennsylvania; and on the southwest by Delaware . [21][22], The 1971 baseball team won the Parochial B state title with a 30 win against Gloucester Catholic High School in the playoff finals. Sometimes it was difficult to be his younger brother. It's never too late to do the right thing even after all this time.". ", "Chris was the best,"Mark said. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. ", More: Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference girls soccer honors, More: Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference boys soccer honors. "He would knock you down to put the ball in the hoop and then help you up after," his brother recalled. Morris Catholic is dedicated to the goal of academic excellence for all of its students. "The things that were taken from my family are never replaceable. Jerry lived his life with strong faith and abundant kindness. Morris Catholic officials did not respond to requests for comment Monday. "There were a lot of [investigative] resources dedicated that night and for many weeks after," said Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, who worked the case as a young detective. Peter and Paul JJ Payack, (born 1950) authors. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. The family attended church at St. Catherine of Siena in Mountain Lakes. Morristown, He was a beloved co-worker and friend to many, retiring from there in 2015. Wally Mueller may have been most successful after he retired. Admissions. C. Eugene Morris . Jane Havsyis a sports reporter for DailyRecord.com. In 1991, after giving six days' notice to his full-time employer,Mueller became the head boys soccer coach at Morris Catholic. "Maybe you knew him and were scared to death of the guy. Please submit any corrections to, Website Memorial Listing In Memory of By Class. No words were exchanged between the victim and the suspect.". I saw his teams, and every year one team would be better than the next, and it was always a reflection on Wally. Jerry was a man of many hats. When she was 21, Quinlan became unconscious after she consumed Valium along . Keeping New Jersey athletes healthy together. We recognize that we may have some incorrect information including maiden names. Online campus store now open for spirit wear and uniform orders. Dominic A. Scolamiero, said Sgt. 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[32] The 1990 team finished the season 2011 and won its third consecutive Group III title with a 30 win against Metuchen in the finals. [27][28], The softball team won the Non-Public A state championship in 1982 (defeating Camden Catholic High School in the finals) and won the Non-Public title in 1986 (vs. Gloucester Catholic High School). [34] A 10 win in 1993 against Pitman in the Group I final extended the program's streak to six consecutive state championships. That is really the hope here, that somebody does the right thing. Montville, "We're never going to lose his legacy in Morris County. "We're trying to use this anniversary as an opportunity to spread the word," Carroll said. Sister Joan was born in Breese, on Sept. 25, 1934, the daughter of Raymond and Anna Margaret Cope Winkler. Tuesday, February 21, 2023. . 4 Morris Catholic battles back, beats No. added Carroll. Deceased AlumniPrayer for the Dead Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them Class of 1960 Carol (Johnson) Ballard Karen Bier Gerald Dunham Mary (Gorham) Dunham Elaine Gallagher Robert Heineman Claire Hellstern Daniel Indelicato Eileen (Mentzer) Kidder Ted Konen Phillip Leonhardt Mary (Fagan) Lewicki Diane (Smith) O'Donnell Giles Powell Jerry Powers Class of . Standing tall at 6 feet, 2 inches as a sophomore, Chris was a standout shortstop on the Morris Catholic baseball team and a strong, bruising basketball forward. Students have been sharing well wishes for Madison and the Torres family on Twitter, using the hashtag #WeLoveYouMadison. He also played soccer at Morris Catholic. Our school culture issecond to none in making you and your family feel welcomed. HAROLD MORRIS OBITUARY. Morris Catholic High School is the high school for emerging leaders. He loved the game, and was so good at strategizing, getting the most out of each player. In exchange, prosecutors will drop seven other counts against the former principal, the Rev. DENVILLE - Morris Catholic High School was closed Monday as students and faculty attended the funeral of Madison Rae Torres, a student who passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 20. It's time to stimulate some interest after 40 years.". They exemplifiedwhata happy marriage could look like. 1 heats up with state tourney underway, Top daily girls basketball stat leaders for Friday, Feb. 17, No. Rockaway, [40] In 2014, the team "captured their 3rd NJSIAA state sectional championship in a row, their 10th since 2002" in a 5848 win over Lodi Immaculate.[41][42]. Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com | Feb 17, 2023. Madison. But we do need the public's support. [16] With 328 students in grades 1012, the school was classified by the NJSIAA for the 201920 school year as Non-Public B for most athletic competition purposes, which included schools with an enrollment of 37 to 366 students in that grade range (equivalent to Group I for public schools). A resident of Boonton, Torres played volleyball, softball, and was a member of Morris Catholics stage crew. In 2010, the spring track and field team won the Non-Public B state sectional championship.[43]. Robert M. Fleming, a retired MBNA executive who loved celebrating St. Patrick's Day, died Feb. 10 of sepsis at Mercy Ridge, a retirement community in Lutherville. DePaul Catholic High School is the host school for a joint skiing team. Admissions. Catholic High School for Boys was founded by Bishop John B. Morris of the Diocese of Little Rock in 1930 to ensure that Catholic boys of the Little Rock area had access to quality Catholic secondary education. One investigator said something that always stuck with me that I should not lose hope.". He ate, slept and drank the game, and pretty much gave me the same feeling. Thomas said his parents died a few years ago and he might not have chosen to publicly revisit his family tragedy if they were still around. Jerry and Julie Ann (Schnier) Hartman were married on February 8, 1986. Leonard was raised at Salem, NE and graduated Salem High School in 1960. Who stole the show? John graduated from Mosinee High School, class of 1957, where he was a member of the FFA. The tragedy upended a "typical" life for the close-knit family in rural Boonton Township. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. The Morris Catholic Family stretches far beyond the walls of our current students and families. [38], The boys' soccer team won the 2005 NJSIAA North Group B state championship with a 10 win against St. Rose High School. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. As they passed by, according to the police report, "the male suspect walked up behind them and pushed [Thomas'] companion aside. Gannon added the suspect may have been wearing makeup consistent with the "Rocky Horror Picture Show," scheduled for a late screening at the multiplex that night. [33] The 1990 team won a record fourth straight title and ended the season 241 after a 40 win against Bordentown in the championship game. Something about him made that individual get up off the wall and confront him.". With the generous support of countless friends, alumni and parents, Morris Catholic continues to prepare young people for entrance into the college or university of their choice. User Agreement, MC's JV football team in 1963 was undefeated! 1:35. It was a Friday night and the mall was bustling with activity. 3,910 were here. [25][26] They were Parochial B champions in the five consecutive years from 19741978. https://www.nytimes.com/1997/09/03/nyregion/principal-guilty-in-theft.html. Sophomore boys basketball per-game stat leaders as of Feb. 9. Jerry led by example and inspired so many around him with his gentle smile and unwavering support. 

Surviving in addition to his wife are his daughter: Stephanie Hartman, wife of Samuel David Julio of Cartagena, Colombia, and siblings: William Hartman of South Carolina, Mary Hartman Quinn of Pottsville, and Thomas, husband of Debbie Hartman of Andover, New Jersey. 
Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

A viewing will be held on Friday, March 4th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stitzel Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale PA 19605. Gannon said the suspect fled the scene, running south and down a knoll near the lower entrance to JCPenney. "Especially back in those days, things like that didn't happen here. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement updated 5/1/2021). Email:JHavsy@gannettnj.comTwitter:@dailyrecordspts. If you have names of classmates or faculty who have passed or corrections to submit, please email Tina Cerce at, Our Media Interns have worked to collect information submitted and find photos of each member of our community. Official reports state Thomas and a girlfriend were dropped off outside the entrance just after 9 p.m. [31] The team won its first title in 1988 with a 61 win against Metuchen in the finals at Trenton State College. [17] The interscholastic sports that Morris Catholic offers are men's and women's soccer, football, women's volleyball, men's and women's basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, winter and spring track and field, men's and women's lacrosse, baseball, softball, fencing, and golf. This page was last edited on 24 November 2022, at 13:33. His bright future was cut short before he got around to college and future plans. Morris Catholic High School Obituaries and Memoriams. Obituary of Kathleen M. Roon. and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. Morris Catholic is the leading Catholic high school in Morris County for coeducational, secondary education. "The fact that 40 years later, his friends and his family are going to gather together to remember him, I think that speaks volumes about who he was and what people thought of him. To this effort we are proud to announce the Crusader Alumni Association. Online condolences may be expressed atwww.StitzelFamilyFuneralHomes.com. Sons Dave and Bill Mueller played soccer at Morris Knolls and went on to Division I programs. Coach Wally Mueller, he's inspired so many people and touched so many people.". The charityis dedicated to creating safe and productive school environments. Jerry was born on December 9, 1958, in Scranton, PA, to the late Frank L. & Doris (Dunn) Hartman. Recommend Francis's obituary to your friends. Joe was the youngest of 6 children. Mueller grew up in Buffalo and began playing soccer at age 16 alongside men, including Rudy Epperlein, a member of the United States Soccer Hall of Fame. Please submit any corrections to [emailprotected] Thank you for your help to honor our fallen Crusaders. Morris, Mortally wounded, Thomas "asked for help, stumbled forward through the entrance doors to the mall and collapsed on the floor," the report stated. He was suspended from Roselle Catholic High School, too, according toa spokeswoman for the Archdiocese of Newark said over the weekend. "He got better every year, which amazed me. Morris Catholic (7-3) gained control early, carrying a four-point lead into halftime. 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Morris Catholic is the leading Catholic high school in Morris County for coeducational, secondary education. Jerry was born on December 9, 1958, in Scranton, PA, to the late Frank L. & Doris (Dunn) Hartman. Lauren Knego | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com He was a loyal friend and cared for others immensely. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m . Four decades after one of Morris County's most shocking killings, the victim's family, friends and law-enforcement authorities are still asking: Who shot Boonton Township teen Christopher Thomas at the Rockaway Townsquare mall, and why? Harold Allan Morris Jr, 75, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA entered peacefully into Eternal Rest on September 22, 2021. The school's student body was 80.3% (339) White, 8.3% (35) Asian, 6.6% (28) Hispanic and 4.5% (19) Black. "It's just go out and play to win. Died. Morris Catholic student-athletes are known to be fair, hard working and competitive. Rooted in the Roman. But as the couple approached the entrance, they encountered another person, who was leaning against a wall outside. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Get the latest news, schedule, scores, roster, stats, standings and photos for the 2021-2022 Morris Catholic Crusaders Girls Basketball. Campus Ministry provides spiritual support, plans religious activities and reinforces a strong Catholic identity at Morris Catholic High School. ", Chris also "teased the hell" out of his little brother, something he chalked up to "brotherly love. Mueller played for four years at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and coached at the club level while working as an aerospace engineer at Bell Aircraft in Niagara Falls. Following his graduation from Morris Catholic High School in 1976, he went on to study at King's College and eventually graduate from New York Univerisity. He was compassionate and tough at the same time. We specialize in identifying the next generation of leaders and our smaller size allows us to value each student's unique set of gifts. What happens when someone is arrested and charged with a crime? YouTube's privacy policy is available here More than three-quarters of a century later, CHS continues its tradition of aiding boys' spiritual growth and providing quality academics. Francis G. "Jerry" Hartman, of Blandon, passed away February 22, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He worked various jobs until becoming e . We specialize in identifying the next generation of leaders and our smaller size allows us to value each student's unique set of gifts. "He delivered the newspaper. 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[20], The school participates as the host school / lead agency for joint cooperative cross country running and ice hockey teams with the Academy of Saint Elizabeth, while the Academy of St. Elizabeth is the host school for a joint field hockey team. 402. jknapp@morriscatholic.org. [36] In 2012, the girls' soccer team won the NJSIAA Non-Public B state championship with a 10 win against St. Rose High School to give the program their 13th state championship, the most of any team in the state. Check out all the Morris and Sussex county girls basketball teams before the season tips off on Dec. 15. |, Mike Kinney | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey. Morris Catholic's greatest strength is our outstanding community. She was 86 years old. |. Rev Dominic A Scolamiero, former principal of Morris Catholic High School who was indicted for stealing more than $150,000 from school, pleads guilty to one count of theft in plea bargain (New . The gymnasium at the Denville school was named in his memory after the 1982 killing. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement updated 5/1/2021). He helped form the Fleetwood High School Girls Basketball Booster Club and was active on the Maidencreek Township Water Board. 

Jerry lived his life with strong faith and abundant kindness. William Moore Swartwout Jr. William Moore Swartwout, Jr. AGE: 82 Brick William Moore Swartwout, Jr., 82, of Lions Head South, Brick passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at Ocean . "What I learned from him is how consistently you can be a champion," said Drew women's basketball coach John Olenowski, a former Morris Catholic girls basketball coach and athletic director. [13], The Morris Catholic High School Crusaders[4] compete in the Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference, which is comprised of 39 public and private high schools in Morris, Sussex and Warren counties, and was established by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) following a reorganization of sports leagues in Northern New Jersey. Kinnelon, Several nieces and nephews also survive. Parsippany-Troy Hills, While he was working at Air Products, he briefly served as the assistant football coach for Morris Catholic High School and Lancaster Catholic. Morris Knolls High School. He was later seen by witnesses running across a western parking lot toward some pine trees. Director of Advancement and Alumni Engagement. Cors, Christine, - 71, of Little Egg Harbor . Top 100 weekly statewide boys basketball stat leaders, Feb. 5-Feb. 11, Projected seeds for the 2023 boys basketball state tournament, Top daily boys basketball stat leaders for Saturday, Feb. 11, Whos lighting it up? All of these co-op programs operate under agreements scheduled to expire at the end of the 202324 school year. Morris Catholic High School is a four-year comprehensive Roman Catholic regional high school located in Denville Township, in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. [12] In 2010, Will Hurley placed 10th in the Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference inaugural golf tournament. Assignments: St. Raphael, Livingston; Assumption . Subscriber Exclusive. Together they built a life full of love, faith, and joyous memories. They would change their name following Pope John XXIII's death. 1:59. |, Corey Annan | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Nothing is going to upset me.' According to his obituary, Mueller enjoyed family gatherings with plenty of food, wine and German beer; rousing discussions; sunny days; and good dogs. Several friends plan to attend to remember their classmate and amplify the call for information that could help solve the case. We have an incredible network that spans over 60 years of Catholic education. 973-627-6674 ext. Denis Morris High School - St. Catharines, Ontario Alumni Members. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, |, Bakari Tice | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Jane Havsyis a sports reporter for DailyRecord.com. "As you can imagine my parents were devastated, we were devastated," Mark Thomas said. Our school culture is second to none in making you and your family feel welcomed. He always wanted to teach the kids some lessons for them to be successful in life. When someone is arrested and charged with a crime in New Jersey, police departments observe a protocol that includes the reading of Miranda Rights. A priest and former headmaster of a prestigious Roman Catholic high school has been charged with stealing nearly $300,000 in school money. A reception was held at Morris Catholic immediately following the funeral Monday, according to the schools website. Thomas and Morris County authorities will carry that hope into a memorial event from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday at Morris Catholic High School, where Christopher was a 16-year-old junior honor-roll student and a standout athlete. The victim turned so that he was now facing the parking lot (east), and the offender pointed a handgun at the victims chest. Mueller died Sunday at age 91. Erik Vendolaplayed for his grandfather at Morris Catholic, was namedDaily RecordAll-Area Player of the Year in 2005, and went on to coach at his alma mater for two seasons with Mueller as his assistant. After retiring, he then worked for 5 years with TASC in Reading and as a Sports Reporter with the Reading Eagle. 

Jerry and Julie Ann (Schnier) Hartman were married on February 8, 1986.