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The youngest of 12 children, Henri Boisvert M.A. ’74 stood out with his talent for music. He played saxophone and trumpet in his City Band and college band. After getting his M.A. in counseling psychology from Santa Clara University, he moved to Ventura, Calif., and married Therese Grenier. Together they enjoyed gardening and traveled around […]
Early in life, Thomas O’Rourke ’61, M.S. ’65 developed an appreciation for both spiritual and intellectual pursuits. He’d express both passions through his work as a church lector and in management at IBM, where he led technical teams in the U.S. and Europe. One of those teams helped develop the universal product code (UPC) that […]
Michael Isaacs J.D. ’81 was a role model for what it means to be a husband, father, and esteemed peer. Mike was a distinguished and respected commercial bankruptcy attorney for over 40 years and was recognized in Best Lawyers in America from 1995 to 2023. He was well-loved by his clients and peers, and known […]
Leo Dressel M.Div ’77 had a love for God and a passion for education. Leo served in the Society of Jesus from 1965 to 1992. Throughout his career as an educator, Leo impacted the lives of thousands of students and faculty at several schools across the country. He’ll be remembered for his sharp intellect, quick […]