Don't Be a Turkey! 

Plan to attend the Berner H.S. Class of 1972 45th Reunion

at Tanner Park, Copiague, NY, on June 10, 2017.

Plan to make a weekend out of it!  We are planning more fun!

Tickets are $45 per person, which includes a Supreme BBQ buffet.  Alcohol packages are sold separately at the park.

So far, six intrepid classmates have already purchased their tickets---won't you be next?

Send a check for $45 made out to:  Berner HS Class of 1972

mail this check to:

Carolyn Hammer
12112 SW Lockhaven Ct
Port St Lucie, FL 34987

Berner HS Class of 1972 45th Reunion

Berner HS Class of 1972                     

45th Reunion

June 10, 2017

Tanner Park 1-5 p.m.

Cost: $45 per person ($65 at door)

Includes:  

Beach Hut Supreme BBQ menu

Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea

Individual alcohol package bracelets can be purchased at the 

Beach Hut, starting at $15.00 for unlimited wine/beer

Festivities begin on Friday night at 6:00 p.m. at

Big Daddy’s (1 Park Lane, Mass. Pk.)

Cash bar and complimentary hors d'oeuvres!

Sunday morning 8-11 am farewell breakfast at Nautilus Diner

Send check for $45 to:

Carolyn (Butcher) Hammer

12112 SW Lockhaven Ct

Port St Lucie, FL 34987

Reunion Food and Drinks Details

Reunion plans are in full swing!  Here is the menu for the party at Tanner Park on June 10, 2017.  You can see there is something for everyone!

Non-alcoholic drinks are included!  Should you wish to buy an alcohol package, here are the choices:

Unlimited Wine/Beer:                                $15 
Wine/Beer/Frozen Drinks                          $20
All the above + Top Shelf Alcohol             $35

It's not to early to purchase your ticket!  
Only $45 per person.
(alcohol packages sold separately at Tanner.)

Berner High School Class of 1972 45th Reunion

Saturday, June 10, 2017

Berner HS Class of 1972 Reunion

Tanner Park, Copiague, NY

Details coming soon.....................

A TRIBUTE TO OUR CLASSMATE RICHARD CATARELLI

Richard Catarelli

Family Tribute:Richard Catarelli – written by Santa Catarelli

Richard lived his life simply- he deeply loved his family-he idolized our daughter Anamarie, he cared about the welfare and happiness of everyone he knew, prayed for those less fortunate than he, and he worried about how to make the world a better place for the youth of our society.

Many who knew Rich knew that he was always happy-go-lucky, always had a smile – always had a funny story, and always had a kind word for anyone he met.
My husband accomplished things quietly behind the scenes, and with no fanfare – that was the way he preferred it. He had an uplifting attitude and a very vibrant spirit. His enthusiasm and energy were boundless. He will forever be always on our minds, and in our hearts, and a part of our lives.

Tribute to a Special Person
Not only St. Finbar’s Parish but also all Pallottines suffered a personal and great loss on September 11th. Our Pallottine brother, Richard Catarelli, worked on the 100th floor of the World Trade Center Tower 1. The Sisters at St. Finbar’s were the last to see him. Every morning at 6:30 A.M., three knocks announced his arrival. Richard said morning prayers with us before going to work. Little did we know we would say our last goodbye to his unforgettable smiling face that morning.

Richard had a great love of St. Vincent Pallotti whose charism, ideals and life he knew and emulated. Like St. Vincent, he stretched the twenty-four hours of each day. He untiringly worked for his parish - a trustee of the church, a Eucharistic minister, and an honorary member of the Marian Rosary Society. Most especially he had a great concern for youth. His dream of starting a teenage parish group was about to become a reality. He zealously strove to make Jesus alive for his Confirmation class. His last gift to the CCD program was seven banners which he and his wife Santa made on the seven Sacraments. All this was done while never neglecting his primary responsibility as husband and father – holding a full time job which at times had him traveling – teaching a college class once a week – taking evening classes in theology – and going for certification in youth ministry. Like his role model St. Vincent, Richard gave of himself without counting the cost.

Richard touched everyone he encountered. Richard was a caring family man who often spoke of his wife and daughter. He gave of himself wholeheartedly and with a smile. Richard touched all of our lives. We shall miss his physical presence among us, but his presence in the hearts of all who knew him will continue to affect the world in ways beyond all telling.
Written by Sr. Ann Joachim.


Terrorists Took Life of New Diocesan Youth Minister
BY JERRY CRONIN
Ten parishes in Brooklyn and Queens soon will be strengthened by 15 dedicated laypeople of various ages and backgrounds who have been certified by the Diocese as official youth ministers. The original number of candidates scheduled for graduation on Sunday, Sept. 30 was 16. But Richard Catarelli, an employee of the firm Marsh and McLennan, was working on the 100th Floor of the World Trade Center when the terrorist attack occurred Sept. 11. His diploma was awarded posthumously to his wife, Santa.
Catarelli is also survived by his only child, Anamarie, who also was one of the 15 graduating youth ministers.
Over the years, the Catarelli Family has been intimately linked to parish life at St. Finbar’s, Bath Beach. Richard was one of only two parish trustees. Father Joseph Holcomb, pastor of St. Finbar’s, said, “Rich Catarelli was a terrific parishioner. He had a positive and enthusiastic spirit. He had a great concern for the youth of the parish which is why he went to Father Michael Carrano’s classes to be certified. I truly valued his wise counsel. He will be deeply missed.”
The principal of St. Finbar’s school, Sister Hyacinth Serravillo, CSAC, spoke lovingly of her deceased friend who had the playful habit of calling her, “Buddy”. “Rich Catarelli was a man who didn’t know how to say ‘No’,” she pointed out. “He helped everyone. Each morning he would join myself and the sisters for morning prayers at 6:50 a.m. before heading off to work. On Sept. 11, he asked me for the address of my niece who was about to undergo surgery. He wanted to write to her. He put the address in his coat pocket and he went on his way as usual. He was such a wonderful man. It is hard to believe that he is gone.”
Mrs. Catarelli accepted her husband’s certificate at the graduation ceremony. She plans to frame it alongside her daughter’s certificate. “My husband was a man who loved everybody,” she said. “His favorite line was ‘Keep Smiling’.”
Next month would have been the 25th wedding anniversary for Santa and Richard. A memorial Mass was celebrated at the packed church with nearly 900 people.
Catarelli had a special relationship with his daughter. “I was looking forward to reaching out to the youth of my parish with my Dad,” she said. “I know what he was hoping to do and it is my goal to follow through on those ideas.”
Anamarie, a graduate of Fontbonne Hall Academy, Bay Ridge, is a junior at St. Francis College, Brooklyn Heights, working towards a degree in social work.
Father Carrano, diocesan director of youth ministry, added words of praise as well. “Rich Catarelli was a dedicated man who had a tremendous concern for our teenagers. He was a prayerful man who was insightful and conscientious.”