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Hall of Fame Inductees
Congratulations to our 2026 Hall of Fame inductees! We are proud to recognize these outstanding alumni and celebrate their accomplishments. They will be recognized during the Homecoming football game on October 2 at Valley Stadium, with a pre-game introduction at 6:15 p.m. We hope you will join us!
Learn more about the honorees here.
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We loved welcoming so many special guests to campus last week to celebrate Grandparents Day Mass, including many alumni. Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for this wonderful Dowling Catholic tradition. A special thanks to our grandparent speaker, Dave Marcouiller ’71, and senior Kennedy Hobbs for sharing their stories.
Pictured: Dave Marcouiller '71 with his wife, Margaret Marcouiller '72, and daughters Kristin Schaffer-Richey '95 and
Michelle Curtin '08.
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The Class of 2011 recently gathered for their 15-year reunion weekend, which included Mass at Dowling Catholic in the St. Joseph Chapel. Father James Downey ’11 celebrated Mass with his fellow alumni, many of whom were joined by their families. It always special to welcome alumni back to campus to reconnect and see all that is happening on campus today.
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| ALUMNI NEWS
We'd love to hear news about you and your classmates! Please submit online or contact Jody White, Alumni Manager, at 515.222.1090 or jwhite@dowlingcatholic.org.
Update contact information here.
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EVENTS
OCT 25: 65th Annual Pancake Breakfast
Join us in the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds for this time-honored tradition benefiting the Student Activities Endowment.
Enjoy a morning of food, fun and connection, including activities hosted by our student clubs, a bake sale, games for all ages and live entertainment from the band and choir. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
We're seeking Pancake Breakfast Co-Chairs
Team up with your spouse, friends, or alumni crew and step into this fun, hospitality-focused role! This position is ideal for two or more people (21+). No experience required - you'll be trained by our current co-chairs and learn from the best! Learn more here.
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CAMPAIGN UPDATE
We’re excited to share a new milestone in the Honoring Our History, Faith in Our Future campaign: more than 1,000 donors
have now made gifts and pledges to support the future of Dowling Catholic!
Together, our community has raised more than $56 million toward our $76 million goal, bringing us closer to making these important campus improvements a reality for current and future generations of students.
Thank you to the alumni, parents and friends who have helped us reach this milestone. To view renderings and learn more about the campaign, visit dowlingcatholic.org/campaign.
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THE MAROON FUND
Support the people, programs, and resources that make a Dowling Catholic education possible. From faith formation and dedicated teachers to technology, classroom resources, support services, and activities, the Maroon Fund helps provide the exceptional education our families value.
While ESAs have helped make a Catholic education more affordable, they do not cover the full cost of educating a student. The Maroon Fund helps bridge the $3,316 gap per student. Help support our mission by making a gift today.
Please visit our website or mail a check to DCHS, 1400 Buffalo Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265. Thank you for your support!
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| IN MEMORIAM
We extend our deepest sympathies to the families of alumni who have passed away.
Larry Gegner '51
Jospeh Laurenzo '57
Elaine (Skultety) Ball '59 SJA
Clifford "Cliff" Swartz '60
Mary Kay Dolezal '68 SJA
Mary Lynn (Lawler) Talboy '69 SJA
Cindy (Gooding) McNaul '73
Kevin Grace '74
Bonita "Bonnie" (Morrow) Kilgore '75
Brian Grace '76
Margaret (Tetley) Kelly '76
Phillip David Tavegia '92
Pamerla (Kruger) Anesetti '98
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All-Alumni Band Reunion
October 1-2, 2026
Thursday, Oct. 1
DCHS - Rehearsal 5-6 p.m., Gilroy’s 6-8 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 2, Valley Stadium 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Steve Craig ‘72
Please RSVP Here
Class of 1976
50th Reunion
October 2-3, 2026
Oct. 2: Barntown Brewing 6-11 p.m.
Oct. 3: Iowa Cubs Principal Park 6-11 p.m.
Contact: Elizabeth (Faber) Hilgenberg RSVP and submit payment info. by Sept. 10 to Liz.
Class of '76 Facebook
$100/person for both nights $75/person for one
Sunday, Oct. 4: Mass 11 a.m. at DCHS
Class of 1991
35th Reunion
Oct. 2-3, 2026
Friday, Oct. 2: Goodsons Food & Spirits, 6 p.m. - ?
Saturday, Oct. 3: Doc’s Lounge, 6 p.m. - ?
Contact: David Zeller
Class of '91 Facebook
Class of 2006
20th Reunion
Nov.14-16, 2026
Saturday, Nov. 14
Des Moines Golf & CC
6 - 10 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 15
DCHS Mass 11 a.m. RSVP information coming soon!
Planning a reunion? Please contact Jody White to share details.
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| Help Us Reconnect with Reunion Leaders!
As we update our records, we realized we're missing reunion committee contacts for the following classes: 1962, 1963, 1968, 1969, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2009, 2017, 2019 and 2021.
If you have contact information for any of these committees, please contact Jody White.
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DOWLING CLUB
Since 1941, Dowling Club has fueled the tradition of excellence in athletics by providing funding for equipment, facilities, and support for our coaches and student-athletes.
Membership includes:
Passes to all home athletic events (excluding tournaments) and a one-time 15% Campus Store discount. Learn more and purchase your membership online.
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