About Us

Father Chuck grew up in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, where his 88-year-old father still lives. He makes weekly trips to visit his father, who lives on his own, shovels his own snow and cuts his own lawn. He also has two sisters who live in the Fond du Lac area. Father Chuck graduated from Goodrich High School in Fond du Lac, and served in the U.S. Army. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy, and Master of Theology degree from St. Francis Seminary in Milwaukee. He subsequently earned his Master of Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He currently is serving as chair of the Archdiocesan Wellness Council for Priests.

Among his special interests in ministry are preaching and presiding (look for his trademark yellow legal pad containing his homily notes), counseling and adult formation. He also is devoted to promoting a parish climate conducive to maximizing individual potential and team work. His leadership style is to get to know people through informal opportunities as well as through official structures. "I like to help people to think. You may not always agree with my point of view but if we can have a thoughtful discussion, I feel we have been successful."

On a personal level, Father Chuck is an avid reader. He's dedicated to his regular exercise regimen, and also likes movies and relaxing with friends and family.

E-Mail: schrammc@stmaryhc.org

Clem has been a member of the parish since 1975. He is married and the father of 3 children, all of whom attended and graduated from St. Mary's grade school. Clem is a Lector, member of the Finance Committee, participant in the Renew program, and, along with wife Joyce, has facilitated pre-marital reviews for engaged couples. With a background of being a corporate lawyer for 35 years, he now serves as a Trustee for the parish.

E-Mail: cbudny@synap-sys.com

Chris has been a member of St. Mary Parish with her husband, Tom, since 1991. They have three children; two currently at St. Mary's Parish school, and one a St. Mary graduate.

Chris has volunteered in the school library, and as a tutor. She volunteers at the parish festival, and helps prepare our famous fish fries. Chris is also a eucharistic minister and works with families preparing their infants for baptism. She has much to offer our council and parish.

E-Mail: tcharapata1@wi.rr.com

Debbie has been a member of the St. Mary's Faith Community for over 20 years. She and husband John and I were married in 1980 and we have two adult children, Jason & Stephanie.

Debbie currently serves as a Eucharistic Minister. In the past she participated in RCIA, fish fry, festival, taught high school Christian formation and attended the women's retreat.

The St. Mary's community means a great deal to me and I feel honored to be able to give back and share in the faith that I have been given.

I joined St. Mary in 1999 and have been involved with Baptism Ministry, assisting with the Fish Fries, Small communities (Renew) and Eucharistic Ministry. With a daughter entering and recently graduating from St. Mary School, I also found myself involved in Home and School and a myriad of other volunteer projects that parents of school children know all too well.

A freelance writer for area publications including the Catholic Herald, I enjoy writing, reading and history. I have been blessed by the warm community that St. Mary is, and look forward to serving and using my talents any way I can, especially in teen and young adult formation, as I see it as the very future and foundation of our Church.

Bob has been a member of the parish since 2001. Coming from a supply chain/logistics background enables Bob to share his talents in the areas of project management and problem resolution. As 2nd Vice President of our Saint Vincent de Paul Conference, Bob has an active role in a number of outreach ministries that provide for the less fortunate and to those needing emergency assistance. Bob is also the Needy Conference Chairperson for Milwaukee County, focusing on poverty and the poorest of the poor. A portion of his faith life is dedicated to being a member of the men's choir and a festival volunteer.

As a Parish Councilor; Bob views our parish as strong and vibrant, but not without new challenges. He welcomes the opportunity to join fellow councilors in building a stronger faith community.

E-Mail: rlandowski1@wi.rr.com

I have been transformed through my participation and willingness to say "yes" to the many invitations I have received by being present to the St. Mary's Faith Community. I look forward to representing the Community with my background and passions in Faith Formation, Just Faith, Prison Ministry, Haiti, and Social Justice. I come before you on Parish Council to act on my calling to "Make a difference in the world" as we are all invited to do. I welcome your concerns as I represent you - the middle pew.

Robb has been a parish member for 16 years. He and his wonderful wife Diane of 17 years have 3 children: Michael, Danny and Sarah who attend St. Mary Parish School. Most of Robb’s activities have been related to school. Robb enjoyed being Cub Scout leader for the last 4 years. "I feel honored to serve St. Mary's as a Parish Council member".

A parish member for fifteen years, Cathy has served as an Elizabethan Minister, a volunteer at the pizza booth at the parish festival, and most recently as a lector and Eucharistic Minister. Outside of the parish, Cathy has taught high school history and economics for over twenty-five years after earning a Masters degree in Education from the State University College of New York at Buffalo. Cathy lives in Hales Corners with her husband and son. "I am honored to have the opportunity to serve St. Mary's on the Parish Council."

A member of St. Mary's Parish since 1986. He grew up in the Chicago area, graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology with a degree in electrical engineering; then served in the US Navy for 2 years, during which time he married Adrianne, his partner for the last 48 years. They have six children, five daughters and a son, as well as three grand children. Don retired from GE Medical Systems after 28 years of service.

Three of their daughters attended St Joan Antida High School and after they graduated Don continued to feel a strong connection to the Sisters of Charity SJA and their mission to educate young women. His involvement in the school spanned more than two decades and included helping establish various committees and boards, including a Foundation.

He enjoys golfing and travelling on Elderhostel Projects around the USA. Adrianne and Don have been long time members of a small community group at St Mary's. Don is interested in seeing St Mary's Parish continue to be a vibrant, welcoming and spirit-filled place for all.

Joyce has been an active member at St. Mary parish since March 1999. She was past chairperson of our Jubilee and Human Concern commissions and past president of our parish St. Vincent de Paul conference. She presently serves on the St. Vincent de Paul Board of Directors for Milwaukee County and the on the Board of the Needy Conference Fund to assist struggling St. Vincent de Paul conferences throughout Milwaukee County.

She is a council liaison to our parish finance committee, active in our parish St. Vincent de Paul conference, an extra ordinary minister, parish festival worker, and a participant in our fantastic parish fish fry organization. Joyce is thankful for the efforts of so many people who continue to make our parish community and school a welcoming beacon of vibrant prayer and worship, humble service, and excellent educational opportunities for all through our formation programs, school, and ample diverse ministries.

E-Mail: Roesler2@wi.rr.com

Dan and his wife Nicole have been members of St. Mary's for 9 years. They have two young daughters.

Dan is the Vice President at Mark Carstensen Construction, Inc. in Franklin, WI. He is involved in the Fundraising Committee, the Columbarium Feasibility Committee and Building and Grounds Committee. Dan is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, scuba diving and gardening.

E-Mail: dan@carstensenconstruction.com

Bob has been a member of St Mary's for 43 years. His four children attended St Mary School and presently one grandchild is attending our school. Bob is on the Finance Committee and a Renew Group member for over 15 years. During those 43 years he was active as Council Chair, Education and Planning Committees. More recently he co-chaired the 2001-04 fund drive and was Liaison between architects/contractors and parish on our new Church and school renovation. Bob's wife, Mary Ann, was similarly active in Altar Society and a teacher aide when the children were in school. Presently Bob's daughter Ann, his son Roy and their families are active members of the Parish.

Bob is a Certified Public Accountant, retired Executive Vice President of Ladish Malt, and a volunteer member of SCORE, counseling small businesses. Bob presently serves as Trustee-Treasurer for the Parish.

E-Mail: abob@aol.com

Tom, a graduate or Michigan Technological University with a BS in medical technology has been employed as a Nuclear Medical Technologist since 1975. He has been married to his wife Pat for 40 years and they have two adult children and two grandchildren.

Tom is a Eucharistic Minister, was an RCIA sponsor, is often seen taking pictures of events at St. Mary Parish, and works at the Fish Fry, the festival and helps out with the sound system.

Tom is currently employed for Oncology Alliance doing cancer related diagnostic imaging. (PET, CT) His hobbies include woodworking, reading, physical fitness, tennis and golf.

Baptized at St. Mary Parish, Cara a graduate of St. Mary Parish School is a junior at Whitnall High School. Cara is involved in volleyball, Student Senate and Peer Helpers. She is a Eucharistic Minister and excited to be involved in the Youth Group at St Mary's.

Attended St. Mary Parish school for nine years. Graduated from St. Mary School in 2006. Megan currently attends Muskego High School as a junior. She is very involved in Spanish National Honor Society and Volleyball. The oldest of three children Megan was baptized at St. Mary Parish. She is excited to become involved in council and the youth group.