MONARCHS WHO DIED IN THE LINE OF DUTY
August 30, 2022
The Mendel Catholic Prep community holds in its heart the brave alumni who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country and communities. Nineteen Men of Mendel lost their lives in the line of duty—some as courageous soldiers in the Vietnam War, and others as dedicated police officers protecting Chicago and its suburbs. From Edwin Heisse (Class of 1957), who fell in Vietnam on April 24, 1971, to Patrick J. Crowley (Class of 1963), who gave his life as a Chicago police officer on September 13, 1976, these heroes embody the spirit of service and valor instilled at Mendel. Their enduring legacy inspires the alumni community to continue their tradition of courage, sacrifice, and community dedication.
Men of Mendel Who Died in the Line of Duty
| Name | Class Of | End of Watch (When Lost) |
|---|---|---|
| Edwin Heisse | 1957 | April 24, 1971 |
| William Otto | 1959 | May 11, 1966 |
| Jeffrey Lemon | 1961 | April 25, 1971 |
| Ronald Janousek | 1962 | August 8, 1969 |
| Bill Scholten | 1962 | 1970 |
| Patrick J. Crowley (Police) | 1963 | September 13, 1976 |
| William “Bill” Geis | 1964 | January 28, 1966 |
| William Oskilaniec | 1964 | September 16, 1968 |
| Jack Dalton | 1965 | November 21, 1966 |
| James Doyle (Police) | 1965 | February 5, 1982 |
| Robert Miller | 1965 | June 6, 1967 |
| Alan Butkus | 1965 | April 12, 1968 |
| Richard James Beck | 1965 | May 14, 1968 |
| Craig Clancy | 1965 | June 18, 1969 |
| Jerry Fleming | 1966 | June 18, 1968 |
| James Lawlor | 1966 | April 25, 1967 |
| Francis Schwartz | 1966 | August 14, 1968 |
| Richard Barth (Police) | 1967 | March 18, 1974 |
| Robert Hojnacki | 1969 | September 22, 1971 |
If you know of any others, please email Ron Dubin at [email protected] or Andy Youpell at [email protected].