Past Presidents And Award Recipients

Rich in tradition and history, many fathers of Seton Hall Prep graduates have proudly served as Presidents of the Fathers Club, some of them Prep graduates themselves. Each of these men brought an unwavering passion for Seton Hall Prep and a deep commitment to serving our school community. Under their leadership, the Fathers Club has continued to flourish, providing invaluable support to our boys and helping ensure that their experience at Seton Hall Prep is second to none.

In addition to our past Presidents, many fathers have served the school in significant and meaningful ways. Each year, the Fathers Club recognizes these contributions through two distinguished honors: the Thomas Reynolds Award and the Art Williams Award.

The Thomas Reynolds Award is presented to a father who exemplifies the Christian tradition in all aspects of their relationships with others; has demonstrated consistent dedication to the welfare of Seton Hall Prep students; and has remained an active, generous member of the Prep community beyond the usual level of involvement. This award is given in memory of Thomas Reynolds, one of the founding members of the Fathers Club.

The Art Williams Award is presented to a father whose tireless effort and support have made a lasting impact on the Fathers Club. The award honors the late Art Williams, a devoted member from the early 1970s, whose steadfast “behind‑the‑scenes” service helped define the spirit of the Fathers Club.

We extend our deepest gratitude to all the men who have served before us, for their countless hours of service and unwavering dedication to Seton Hall Prep and all that it represents. 

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  • Past Presidents

    2025-Present Bob DeStefano 
    2023-2024 Matt Dunn 
    2020-2022 Joe Cipollone 
    2018-2019 Michael Monteleone 
    2016-2017 Michael Nilan 
    2014-2015 Thomas Young 
    2012-2013 Thomas Lynch 
    2010-2011 Donald Bruno 
    2008-2009 Edward Maffey 
    2007 Vito Bianco 
    2005-2006 Joseph Brower 
    2003-2004 Ken Mullaney 
    2001-2002 Steve Hamburger 
    2000 George Hayes 
    1999 Ray Gizienski
    1998 John Strong 
    1997 Dan DeTrolio 
    1996 Scott Russell 
    1995 Anthony Pusillo 
    1994 Tom Lyons 
    1993 Bob Travisano 
    1992 Bill Malone 
    1991 Drew Beifus 
    1990 Vincent Purpura 
    1989 M. Richard Merklinger 
    1988 Michael Shannon 
    1987 V. Vincent Velardo 
    1986 Robert Batta 
    1985 William Yeomans 
    1984 Neil McNulty
    1983 John Mailley 
    1982 Edward Ferrari 
    1981 Conlin “Lyn” Brogan 
    1980 Patrick O’Callaghan 
    1979 John Lombardo 
    1977-1978 Lawrence Sweeney 
    1976 John Healy 
    1975 Harry Knox 
    1974 Louis Masucci 
    1973 Emil Hensler 
    1971-1972 Thomas Reynolds 
    1970 Robert McMenamin 
    1968-1969 Les Blaha 
    1967 John Burke 
    1965 Joseph McLoone 
    1966 William Poole
  • Thomas Reynolds Award Recipients

    2025 John Cerwinski, Dave Snyder '89, John L. Sweeney (posthumously)
    2024 Joe Alexander '77 & Joe Cipollone H'22
     
    2023 Frank Gately '86 & Tom Lynch H'14 
    2022 Barbara Farley & Michael Nilan 
    2021 Marty Berman H'05 & Tom Young 
    2019 Reverend Monsignor Robert E. Harahan H'17, Michael Smircich '09 & Brian Tevlin '17 
    2018 Mark Smith & Dennis Gunn 
    2017 Christopher Barnitt ’88 & John B. Murray ‘59 
    2016 Joseph Brower & Mary Ann Detrolio 
    2015 Louis R. Puopolo III, Tony Esposito & Michael Sheppard Jr. ’77 
    2014 Msgr. Michael E. Kelly ’57 & John McDermott ’48 
    2013 Vincent D’antonio ’80, Robert B. Heintz & Michael Deehan ’80 
    2012 Ed Maffey & John Slevin ’65 
    2011 Robert Dooley & Sharon Rondinella 
    2010 Thomas & Susanne Cregan
    2009 Joseph A. Neglia H’01 & Larry Baggitt H’18 
    2008 Ken Mullaney, Steve Hamburger & Walter McMahon 
    2006 Tom Mccormick & Rev. William Melillo 
    2005 Emmelyn Mailley, R.N. & George Hayes 
    2004 Theresa Neglia & Jack Dibble 
    2003 Patrick O’Callaghan & John Allen 
    2002 Michael Gallo ‘79 & Richard Binkowski 
    2001 Peter Butler & Drew Beifus 
    2000 Dan Detrolio & Dr. Richard Scaine 
    1999 Jean Moretti & Michael Shannon 
    1998 William Casey & Vincent Purpura 
    1997 Dr. Thomas Cuomo & Robert Farrell 
    1996 Leslie Blaha & M. Richard Merklinger '65
    1995 Rev. Stephen Kilcarr & Jack O’Rourke
    1994 Rev. Martin Foran & Rev. Joseph Wortmann 
    1993 Dr. Joseph O’Connor 
    1992 Frank Tuohy 
    1991 Sr. Regina Cordis Conboy, Sc 
    1990 Rev. Edward Bradley 
    1989 Edward Ferrari 
    1988 Neil McNulty 
    1987 Dr. Joseph P. Kane 
    1986 James Condon 
    1985 Gabriel Pierro 
    1984 Richard Morris 
    1983 Lawrence Sweeney 
    1982 John Lombardo 
    1981 Joseph Walsh


















  • Art Williams Award Recipients

    2025 Vincent Nascone
    2024 Michael Monteleone
     
    2023 Michael Nilan 
    2022 Bob O'Connell 
    2021 Tom Young 
    2019 Joe Diamante   
    2018 Tom Lynch 
    2017 Gary Steele 
    2016 Bob Waldron 
    2015 John Santucci 
    2013 Pete Nolan & Tim Coyne 
    2012 Bruce DeSonne & Ed Maffey 
    2011 Phil Calinda 
    2010 Vinnie D’Antonio
    2009 Tony Esposito 
    2008 Mark Infante & Louis Puopolo 
    2007 John Methfessel 
    2006 Nofrio Fornaro 
    2005 Bob Maul 
    2004 Michael DellaPella 
    2003 George Hayes 
    2002 Dan DeTrolio 
    2001 Ray Gizinski 
    2000 Bill Hansen & Joe Walsh 
    1999 Greg Monfet & Jack Dibble 
    1998 Joe Klimlowski & Roman Lemega 
    1997 Jim Martin
    1996 John Lombardo 
    1995 Bob Kraus 
    1994 Rich Morris 
    1993 Jim Kennedy 
    1992 Fr. Ed Bradley 
    1991 Gene O'Brien 
    1990 Jack Lasapio 
    1989 Vinnie Purpura 
    1988 Neil McNulty 
    1987 Sr. Appolonia & Sr. Regina Cordis 
    1986 Al and Elaine Dobos 
    1985 Jim Condon 
    1984 Paul Alongi 
    1983 Frank Ferrise
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