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Alumnae Relations
Alumnae Bulletin Board
Keep up with the latest news and announcements from Mercy Alumnae or maybe re-connect with a classmate!
Please note that this Board is intended for the use of the Alumnae, Students, Staff, and Faculty of Mercy High School and is provided as a service to members of the Mercy High School Community. Mercy High School can not vouch for the accuracy or legitimacy of any of the postings on this Board.
If you have any news or stories such as weddings, births, celebrations, gatherings,
accomplishments, milestones, etc... that you would like to share with our Alumnae, or if you are looking to connect with a classmate,
please send information to:
Marguerite Rodriguez, Alumnae Relations at
Lynn Anne Behnke-Ocallaghan '80 currently works part time as a C.A.E. billing agent for Comcast cable. Lynn and her husband own their own company. BEHNKE OCALLAGHAN STRIPING SERVICES (B.O.S.S.) paints (stripes) parking lots and parking garages, curbs, and does stenciling. In the East Bay call The BOSS. 925-497-4863 and ask for Mike.
Lynn also works as a volunteer for Infineon Raceway in Sonoma during the race season.
Mary Ann Taheny '80 moved from Hawaii to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career. She can be seen in February 2009 on the 3rd episode of "Lost" on ABC when the 2009 season starts. She plays a British Archivist. This is her 2nd Co-starring role on "Lost."
Rowena Lugtu-Shaddox '83 is proud to report that her oldest daughter, Alexandra, 22, graduated this past May, with a BS from Sac State in Criminal Justice. She is presently full-time at the U.S. Attorney's Office, as she awaits law school. Rowena's youngest, Sabrina, 11, is a sixth grader at Holy Spirit School in Fairfield, where she will begin cheerleading this year!
Rowena is going on six years at Fox 40 News in Sacramento, reporting on T.V. She love's her job and the stories she's fortunate to do. She is still married after 23 years, to Rick, who retired from SFPD four years ago from job-related injuries. She's looking forward to her 25th reunion!
Julie DiGiulio-Comaduran '85 and her husband Robert, welcomed the birth of their son, Robert Comaduran IV on June 20, 2008. He weighed 8 lbs., 14 ozs. and measured 22 1/2 inches long. They are totally sleep deprived, but loving every minute of it!!
Karen Wong Liu '95 and her husband Marc welcomed their first child Trevor Jet Liu on June 7, 2007. Coincidentally, Karen and Trevor share the same birthday!
In addition to the baby news, Karen and Marc opened a meal assembly business – Dream Dinners in San Bruno. They help busy families prepare delicious homecooked meals every month. All the hassle of meal planning (shopping, chopping and cleanup) is cut to a minimum. Studies indicate that children who eat dinner with their families at least 2-3 times a week do better in school. To learn more about the meal assembly concept and their fundraising programs, please visit www.dreamdinners.com or call (650) 872-0683 for more information. Mention "Mercy Alum" in your order and receive a free medium dinner!
Alla Korot ’88 is staring in a critically acclaimed comedy film titled ‘Domestic Import.’ Alla plays the lead role as a Russian nanny. The film will run an exclusive engagement in the Bay Are beginning April 27th at the Balboa Theatre (3630 Balboa St. @ 38th Ave. in the Richmond District). For show times please check your local listings or visit www.balboamovies.com. For more information on the movie, please visit www.domesticimportthemovie.com.
Colleen Norgard Vignati '75 continues to live in San Francisco. She has worked as a legal assistant for 30 years, most of that commuting to the Palo Alto office of an international law firm. Her daughter Gina Vignati '06 is an Advertising/Illustration Photography major at Academy of Art University and recently had a gallery at Mercy SF's McCauley Pavilion, which was quite a success for Gina.
Alexandra Kaprielian, daughter of Lizbeth Ergas Kaprielian (Class of '74), can currently be seen starring in 42nd Street Moon's production of "Plain and Fancy" in San Francisco. It's just a small world because I work at 42nd Street Moon! Here's the link to more info about the show:
http://www.42ndstmoon.org/42newweb/shows/2006/plainfancy.htm
Marsha Bloomingdale Burch '83, graduated from Cal State, East Bay (formerly Hayward), with a BS in Industrial Psychology. She's an advocate for the disabled and is still married to her Prom date, Brad. They celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary last July.
Caesarine Shea Cordon '86, has started "Taste", a food service company providing school lunches for private schools throughout the SF Bay Area. "Taste" was founded with the intention of providing children with more healthy options at lunchtime. Highest quality of fresh breads, fruits and vegetables are presented to the children in the most appealing menus. Convenient "on line" payment for parents as well as the ability to view the choices that your child has made for lunch. We would love the opportunity to meet with any private school to present options in food service!
Kathy Bennett Schoendorf '63, is looking to reconnect with fellow alum Gloria Gonzalez '63. If anyone has any information on how to contact Gloria, please e-mail Kathy at
Gail Schaadt Culvwell '59, would like to reconnect with Barbara Furlong Covello '59. Please contact Gail at
Efigenia Dominguez ’90, has just recently opened a chiropractic health clinic at 2369 Ocean Avenue, at Santa Ana
(415) 239-9700
Dr. Genia Dominguez,DC, QME
Terry Stapleton '68: Mike and Terry celebrated 35 years of marriage last year and are expecting their first grandchild in July. Terry is currently serving as a member of the El Dorado County Civil Grand Jury. This is a volunteer service with a one year commitment. Any California resident interested in serving should visit their counties website for details. It is a challenging and rewarding experience. Mike recently retired from the FBI and is currently running his own business training law enforcement personnel in fingerprints and crime scene investigation. Visit www.StapletonAndAssociates.com