Catholic School Remembrance

Growing up and then living as a Catholic has most certainly had its challenges. It also had its blessings.  St. Charles Borromeo was one such blessing.

The church and school were built in 1939.  By 1954 the parish had grown to 1200 families and 852 students. It was the largest parish and one of the largest schools in the state.  As such, a separate building to house the church was built and dedicated in 1959.

The convent, housing the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who educated St. Charles Kids for 32 years, was updated and expanded in 1952.  A rectory was finally built in 1961. 

It was during this period of expansion and construction (1954 – 1962) that I was educated by the good sisters.

The sisters along with Father Doran, Father Flarety and Father Peterson provided guidance and values that have had a lasting positive impact.  As imperfect an era as it was, there is one reality that should NEVER be forgotten - they committed their lives to others.  Their personal desires never made it to the top of the priority list.

    I only experienced love and devotion from these extraordinary individuals.