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

Fr. Stephen was born in London, England, where his mother, three brothers and sister still reside. He is a member of the Community of St. Paul, a missionary group that has missions in Bolivia, Colombia, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic. They also have a house in Racine where Fr. Stephen lives with the other members of this religious group. Fr. Stephen got his BA from UW-Parkside in 1999 and got his masters in divinity in 2004. He was ordained in 2004 and assigned to Prince of Peace/Principe de la Paz Church on Milwaukee's southside.

Fr. Stephen feels that a missionary spirit and trying to reaching out to all God's children are key to his ministry.

E-Mail: forrests@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

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

An active parish member since 1995, Mary's focus has included the Strategic Communications Committee, the Christian Formation Advisory Committee, the mortgage reduction marketing committee, Cub Scouts, chairing the Royal Affair, and marketing of special events such as the Voting Your Conscience talks. Mary and her husband Tom have two sons.

Mary earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, a Masters in Business Administration for Marquette University and a Graduate Degree in Banking, Boulder Colorado.

Outside the parish Mary enjoys tennis, reading, travel and participating in an investment club.

E-Mail: mcampbell13@wi.rr.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

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 the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, 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 a member of the SVDP Finance Committee for Milwaukee County. 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

Dave and I joined St Mary in August of 1981, three months before we were married. This community has been our home for over 25 years. We’ve raised two children and spent countless hours here. This community is the wind beneath our sails. Our faith has grown and been nurtured here.

My hope, as a parish council member, is that I can give back to this community a small measure of what we have found here. I pray that all couples, individuals, and families that walk through these doors will find the welcome that we have. More importantly, I hope that all find God in this place.

E-Mail: Plownik@hotmail.com
Phone: 414-427-9514

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 & 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 & after they graduated Don continued to feel a strong connection to the Sisters of Charity SJA & their mission to educate young women. His involvement in the school spanned more than two decades & included helping establish various committees & boards, including a Foundation.

He enjoys golfing & travelling on Elderhostel Projects around the USA. Adrianne & 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 & 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.

Lori has been a member of St. Mary's for 7 years. She is a recently retired teacher, mother of 3 and grandmother of 1. Currently, Lorie helps prepare couples who are having their baby baptized by leading the Baptism conversation with them. She also is part of the "Just Faith" program. Previously, Lorie was a member of the Human Concerns Commission. She helped committee members in many projects that benefited the poor and homeless. She has also been a part of Renew groups, helps out at the parish festival and attends the women's weekend retreat annually.

Lorie says "St. Mary Parish is a vibrant, faith-filled community. I feel honored to be a member of our parish council and hope I can be of service to the members of this growing parish".

E-Mail: Shinyus@yahoo.com

A parishioner since 1974, Tim is married with two adult children and two grandchildren.

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.