(L-R) Jody Cornett, Fr. Pat Kennedy '69, Kathryn Fetterly, Maureen Modl, Paul Solmon, Mona Passman, Randy Muetzel, David Berrisford '81, Peter Gleich, Dan Kotasek - Not pictured: Carole Loufek

CDH Honors 11 Retirees for 232 Years of Combined Service

This year, we celebrate 11 faculty and staff members who have contributed an extraordinary 232 combined years of service to Cretin-Derham Hall. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered in the Brother James Miller Courtyard to honor their dedication, contributions, and lasting impact on generations of students and the broader CDH community.

"We are grateful for the commitment, compassion, and effort each of these individuals poured into our students and mission of CDH each day." said President Jeb Myers. "They have inspired, shaped, and cared for countless students and their collective legacy will continue to influence our community for years to come."

The appreciation extended well beyond the retirement celebration itself. Members of the CDH community shared dozens of messages on our Facebook and Instagram channels, expressing gratitude, sharing memories, and recognizing the lasting impact these retirees have had on students, families, and colleagues over the years.

The retirees, their most recent roles at Cretin-Derham Hall, and their years of service are listed below.

• Sergeant Major David Berrisford ‘81, Army Instructor, JROTC – 20 years
• Ms. Jody Cornett, English Teacher – 16 years
• Ms. Kathryn Fetterly, Social Studies Teacher – 17 years
• Mr. Peter Gleich, Campus Minister & Religion Teacher – 40 years
• Fr. Pat Kennedy ‘69, CDH Chaplin – 10 years
• Mr. Dan Kotasek, Social Studies Teacher – 27 years
• Ms. Carole Loufek, Director of Technology – 11 years
• Ms. Maureen Modl, Math Teacher – 17 years
• Mr. Randy Muetzel, Physical Education Teacher – 42 years
• Ms. Mona Passman, Principal – 25 years
• Mr. Paul Solmon, Director of Facilities – 7 years