In Memoria

“If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honor.” – John 12:26

 

One of the requirements of becoming a Knight of Columbus is that a man has to be a “Catholic gentleman”. The names on this page have demonstrated with conviction what being a Catholic gentleman and having a lifelong devolution to the Catholic church and to people St. Mary’s and later St. Matthias’ parishes. To assist the parish pastor through any misgivings or disagreements he may have with the decisions or policies of the Church and to raise his family to follow the Holy See.

The men on this list made a difference in the world. They didn’t invent anything stupendous, or find a cure for a world-wide disease, or give money to build a children’s hospital. Nor did they set out to hand out the most Tootsie Rolls or sell the most raffle tickets. They believed in God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit all their lives and raised families to believe in them, too.

These men on this webpage will be remembered for making a difference in the lives of their co-workers, childhood friends, neighbors and not least, their Knights of Columbus brothers.

Vivat Jesus my brothers.

 

  • Vincent J. “Vince” Columbo (2/7/2024) - Vince was the heart and soul of Cardinal Stritch Council #4620. He not only served as Grand Knight more than once, but went on to be the long time Council Family Activities Chairman.
  • Richard G. Schweitzer (7/11/2020) - Rich Schweitzer was the epitome of a catholic gentleman. He served our council with devotion and honor for it's entire 62 years.
  • Richard J. LaMere (6/2/2020) - Dick was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus and the Southlake YMCA.
  • John C. Sedlak (5/20/2020) - John took his First degree in 2003 as a Knight of Columbus of the Cardinal Stritch Council #4620 of Crown Point, IN. He served our council with pride and was well liked by all the members.
  • William James “Bill” Gates (11/4/2019) - Bill made quite an impact on our council in a short amount of time. He was always there with a level-headed thought or a great idea. He helped develop the Habitat for Humanity ministry at St. Mary's and got our council deeply involved.
  • Donald M. Deruntz Sr. (11/22/2018) - Don was a Knight of Columbus for over 65 years. After transferring from Illinois, he loved serving the Cardinal Stritch Council #4620 and will be remembered for his passion and a smile.
  • Banks I. “Bud” Jacobs (10/8/2017) - Bud was member of a group of Catholic gentlemen of St. Mary's Church in Crown Point that founded Cardinal Stritch Council 4620 in 1958.
  • Arthur Eugene Loomis, Jr. (9/22/2017) - Art was the living embodiment of what a Knight of Columbus should be. Not only was he a founding member of Cardinal Stritch Council 4620 in Crown Point, but he was an active member, holding the office of State Membership chairman and delegate for the State of Indiana council.