Bonner 1969

11/15/2018

Please visit Facebook group:
Bonner Prendie 1969

09/23/2018

https://www.stretchfuneralhome.com/obituary/Frank-E.-Gormley-Jr./Cherry-Hill-New-Jersey/1815355

We lost another classmate. Frank Gormley of St. Bernies has passed away.

Francis E. Gormley, Jr. “Frank” aged 67 years, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey formerly of Drexel Hill, Pa. Suddenly on September 19, 2018. Frank is the beloved husband of Dolores (nee Galantino) ...

09/21/2018

A new page has been established at "Bonner Prendie 1969". Please visit and join. That page will likely be see more activity. Thank you.

08/18/2018

Bonner Prendie 1969's 50th graduation anniversary is next year. Spread the word. We will need some help getting plans together. Current email addresses should be sent to [email protected].

02/25/2017

Arthur Joseph Reale
Born May 23, 1950 at Delaware County Hospital, Drexel Hill, PA
Peacefully passed on February 21, 2017 in Cape May Court House, NJ

Art was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Reale. He was born and raised in Drexel Hill, PA. He was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School, class of 1969. Art’s life journey led him through many career and business paths. He was a trained automotive and boat/marine mechanic. He worked in home construction for numerous builders (Dagastino/Brandalini) and was the owner and operator of Expo Tile Co. With his mechanical and construction background he was the building maintenance supervisor of the Community Y in Delaware County. More than 30 years ago Art moved to Sea Isle City, NJ and with a partner ran a successful marine business satisfying many boat owners in South Jersey.

Art’s travels later guided him to Florida where he was the Harbor Master at several marinas in the Keys. He was also involved in construction projects with Mariners Club and “K” Club Resorts.

Around 10 years ago Art returned to New Jersey and became a partner and on site manager at Jesse Creek Vineyards and Winery. He also turned an old farm house into an active Bed and Breakfast. While fighting this horrible disease Art moved to his latest venture with his son, Tony and girlfriend, Cindy as owner and operator of City Burger Restaurant in Sea Isle City, NJ. He was clearly a master of many talents. During all of his adventures he found time to become a certified Scuba Dive instructor and a licensed pilot. While in Florida he also received accolades and praise driving the camera boat at several ESPN sponsored deep sea fishing tournaments.

Art organized, catered and ran many events in Florida at Mariners Club and also in N.J. at Jessie Creek Winery.

Art is survived by his son Tony (Nicole), his girlfriend Cindy Phillips and his brother Joseph A. (Helene). He is also survived by a niece, Michelle Opalesky (Richard) and a nephew Joseph C. Reale (Jennifer) and by many family and friends.

Following Art’s specific wishes there will be no formal funeral service. Family and friends may remember him in their own way and at their own time. Please do not send flowers. Those who wish to can send donations in
Art’s name to the charity of your choice.

The following words are from one of the many cousins:
"Few would mistake Art Reale for an MIT graduate but when it came to mastering all things mechanical and technical he had a PhD. It is no coincidence that he liked to tweak motors to have them run at maximum output since he lived his life that way too. Along with the technical aptitude he developed a similar attention to hospitality and the good conversation which he liked to lead. Perhaps that came from his experience especially as a pilot. Maybe when we think of him we should see him in the clouds he loved to soar through."

Peace indeed be with him.

06/12/2016

BONNER AND PREDERGAST HIGH SCHOOLS

The tract of land upon which Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High Schools were built was originally owned by Christopher Fallon, who constructed an impressive octagonal mansion on the site in 1850. The house was named "Runnymede" after the Fallon family seat in Roscommon County in Ireland.

In 1882, the unusual building was purchased by Colonel Anthony J. Drexel. The mansion stood on what was at that time called the hill of Drexel, and consequently the surrounding area became known as Drexel Hill. In 1908, the mansion burned to the ground with only the gatehouse, which had served as servants' quarters, remaining.

In 1917, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia purchased the 33 acres (130,000 m2) for $57,000 and the Ordinary, Archbishop Edmond Francis Prendergast, announced the construction of the an orphanage for five hundred orphans to be operated by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The orphanage replaced one demolished to allow the construction of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. It was named St. Vincent's Orphanage. Paul Monaghan was employed as architect and commissioned to build "one of the finest buildings in the diocese." Work on the project was slowed by the war, and Archbishop Prendergast died before the work was completed.

On May 9, 1920 the dedication took place. 40,000 people, accompanied by bands and musicians, walked from 69th Street to the dedication. Another 20,000 walked from the Pennsylvania Railroad Station in Lansdowne, and 65,000 more arrived by motorcar or by trolley from 69th Street. Archbishop Dennis Dougherty and Governor Sproul spoke to the 125,000 well-wishers gathered on the front lawn and along Garrett Road.

St. Vincent's functioned as an orphanage for over 30 years. By 1952, the number of children needing care had dwindled, and the Most Reverend John F. O'Hara decided to move the remaining orphans to a smaller building in Saint David's and convert the facility into Archbishop Prendergast High School for Boys, to meet the increasing demand for a Catholic high school in the expanding western suburbs. Three years later, the Archdiocese constructed a new building on the same tract and named it Monsignor Bonner High School in memory of Reverend John J. Bonner, the former diocesan Superintendent of Schools. Bonner then became a school for boys and Prendergast was designated as a school for girls.

04/13/2016

The April snow did not hurt our turnout for the annual Bonner / Prendie Class of '69 Get-together / Fundraiser at the Riddle Ale House this past Saturday. A total of $950. was raised and will be turned over to the school for the scholarship fund. Thank you to Arnie Pompei for making it possible and for the attendees as well. It was great to see everyone.

04/08/2016

The Bonner / Prendie class of 1969 will hold our annual fund raiser / get together at the Riddle Ale House this Saturday 2PM to 6PM. The cost is $47 (47 years since we graduated) and this covers something to eat and a $40 donation to the school. It is a cash bar.

The weather is going to be bad this Saturday. Come join us at Pompei's Riddle Ale House for a good cause and a good time.

10/13/2015

09/21/2015

St. Alice Class of 1965 will hold a 50th reunion at Tavolas, 400 West Sproul Rd., Springfield, PA 19064 at 7:30 on Friday October 2nd. Contact [email protected] for more info.

09/08/2015

On September 8, 1965 the Bonner class of 69 started our freshman year of high school - yes 50 years ago today! Have a grest day today!

04/21/2015

We had a nice time at Pompei's on April 11th. Also raised a little scholarship money for some deserving Bonner/Prendie student(s).