2023 - 2024 Fraternal Year
July 2023
John Negrelli and Ray Stone are the July Knights of the Month for helping out with the Akron Expo Water Sales as walk up volunteers.
August 2023
Larry Chiavaroli for helping with the statue procession during the inaugural St. Sebastian Parish Festival.
September 2023
To be nominated
October 2023
To be nominated
November 2023
To be nominated
December 2023
Ray Stone for bring his musical talents to the annual Christmas Dinner.
January 2024
Greg Obringer for going above and beyond helping one our brothers at a time in need.
February 2024
Mark Adamczyk and John Negrelli for volunteering at the American Booth at the St. Sebastian International Festival.
March 2024
Keith Johnston for helping at Ty’s house and the talk he gave about St. Patrick.
April 2024
Harry and Cathy Sivec for spearheading the funeral arrangements for brother Tyrone Millhouse, II.
May 2024
To be nominated
June 2024
To be nominated
2022 - 2023 Fraternal Year
July 2022
Dan Deckler for answering the call to join our council and participating in council activities as a prospective member.
August 2022
Charles Murphy for helping to make the 2023 Golf Classic a success.
September 2022
William Montgomery for hearing the call to volunteer for the St. Benard’s Soup Kitchen this month.
October 2022
Shawn McCarron for volunteering at the Fill the Crib campaign.
November 2022
None
December 2022
Ray Stone for spreading Christmas cheer once again at the council’s annual Christmas Dinner.
January 2023
Bob Neidert for stepping forward to help out with the Annual Youth Free Throw Contest.
February 2023
Ken Bulter for commanding the American Booth at the St. Sebastian International Festival.
March 2023
Anthony Gatti for running the parish monthly Donut Sunday.
April 2023
Lou Trenta for championing the seminarians and the Bishop’s Brunch.
May 2023
John Anderson for developing and chairing the first annual Trivia Night!
June 2023
John Kendrick for his volunteerism, website maintenance and excellent work combing the books to ensure the council is always in good hands for the semi-annual audit.
2021 - 2022 Fraternal Year
July 2021 - Lou Trenta
For volunteering as the Akron Arts Expo water sales.
August 2021 - Ray Stone, Bert Brownfield, Ken Butler, Tim Sullivan, John Kendrick, Dave Demming, Bernie Smith, Charlie Murphy, John Anderson
In recognition of volunteering at the Akron Arts Expo water sales.
September 2021 - Ken Butler
For co-chairing the extremely successful 2021 Golf Classic at Mayfair Country Club.
October 2021 - Ken Ingram
For participating the Forest Lodge cleanup.
November 2021 - Bill Berger
For chairing the annual Fill the Crib campaign.
December 2021 - Mark Cook and Ron Klamert
For serving as pall bearers at Fr. Leonard’s funeral.
January 2022 - Tyrone Millhouse
For recognizing a need, making a motion, and coordinating procurement of respiratory care set-up bags.
February 2022 - Tim Sullivan
For executing this year’s Peacock Scholarship selection and heading the upcoming Donut Sunday and Free Throw Competition.
March 2022 - Ken Butler
For going above and beyond with the coordinating and sales of the Supercash Bonanza tickets.
April 2022 - Bob Neidert
For selling the most Supercash Bonanza Raffle tickets this year.
May 2022 - Larry Ciavaroli
For stepping up to be chairperson of the council’s Golf Classic.
June 2022 - Anthony Gatti
For volunteering at the recent Eucharistic Procession and many other events recently.
2020 - 2021 Fraternal Year
July 2020 - Stephen Sciarini
We thank our Past Grand Knight Stephen Sciarini for his leadership in guiding our council this past year.
August 2020 - Deacon Terry Peacock
We thank our past Worthy Chaplain Deacon Terry Peacock for his spiritual leadership and counsel.
September 2020 - SK Kevin Janezic (PGK)
We thank our past Worthy Grand Knight Kevin Janezic for his leadership and service to the council. Kevin has served in several leadership positions and volunteered many service hours.
October 2020 - Bernie Smith (PGK)
Our Past Grand Knight continues to support our parish and council, and now serves as the new chairman for St. Vincent DePaul for St. Sebastian parish. He has also served as the parish's chair of Catholic Charities. Bernie and his first degree team are responsible for welcoming over 600 new Knights. We thank our past Worthy Grand Knight for his service!
November 2020 - Brothers who assisted Deacon Peacock
We wish to recognize and thank those brothers who drove our retired chaplain to his medical treatment recently. This includes brothers Bert Brownfield, Sam Olsen, Bernie Smith, Jim Large, Jeff Davis, Shawn McCarron, Charlie Murphy and Lou Trenta. We remember our brother, Worthy SK Deacon Terry Peacock, who passed this past week, and pray for the repose of his soul.
December 2020 - Jeff Davis (PGK)
We recognize our Past Grand Knight for his ongoing contributions to the council, including his recent coordination of medical transportation and Knights' participation in the funeral of our beloved Deacon.
January 2021 - Tyrone Millhouse
For his efforts - donating time for respiratory care seminar for nursing staff at his nursing home.
February 2021 - John Kendrick
In recognition for updating our website and completing the audit.
March 2021 - Tim Sullivan
In recognition for his work for the Deacon Terry Peacock Memorial Scholarship and getting the Free Throw Competition scheduled.
April 2021 - Bob Neidert
For Super Cash Bonanza sales. 880 tickets sold so far.
May 2021 - SK John Anderson (PGK)
For his efforts in recruiting and the Fr. McGivney Walk in the Word
June 2021 - Shawn McCarron
For his efforts as Worthy Recorder for the past three years.
2019 - 2020 Fraternal Year
July 2019 - John Kendrick
Our council's Grand Knight for the past two years, we recognize PGK Kendrick for his hard work and dedication to the council. The council benefited greatly from his organizational and leadership skills. Thank you John!
August 2019 - Larry Chiavaroli
Thank you for all your participation in our events, including the recent water sale, as well as your support gathering participants and sponsors for the golf outing!
September 2019 - Bert Brownfield
Bert is active in many of our council fund raisers, but really takes the lead in the golf outing. Thanks Bert for all your efforts and those of your team for making the outing such a success!
October 2019 - Jim Nixon
Jim is a charter member of our council and active in many activities. He is leading the effort to provide a counter and secure storage space for our meeting area. Thank you Jim!
November 2019 - Bernie Smith
The council recognizes Past Grand Knight Bernie Smith for his hard work and dedication to the council's degree team. Bernie has initiated close to 600 new members!
February 2020 - Jeff Davis
Thank you for all your support to the council and the parish, particularly at the recent International Festival.
March 2020 - Charles Murphy
Having served as an officer in many positions within the council since its founding, brother Murphy has been instrumental in updating our council roster, and is currently serving as Financial Secretary.
April 2020 - Ian Kelly
Ian is our seminarian in residence and has done a great deal to organize and produce St. Sebastian's live stream and YouTube video events, and is instrumental in making mass available online to us all. Well done!
May 2020 - Healthcare, First Responders and Essential Workers
We honor our healthcare workers, first responders and essential workers supporting us all through this Covid 19 pandemic.
June 2020 - Father John Valencheck
We thank Father Valencheck for his tireless work to keep the parish running during these difficult times.
2018 - 2019 Fraternal Year
July 2018 - Ron Smetana
Thank you Ron for your dedication to the church restoration project, and your many years of service as our Financial Secretary!
August 2018 - Ramsey Rea
Thanks Ramsey for your support of the council, particularly the organ move and our council blood drives!
September 2018 - Bert Brownfield
Thank you for all your work in support of the council, particularly the golf outing!
October 2018 - John Negrelli
Thank you for your involvement with the Scrap Metal Collection and Sidewalk repair for a St. Sebastian family in need.
November 2018 - Tom Welsh
Thank you for your leadership and hard work for the St. Sebastian Church Restoration Project.
December 2018 - Bruce Killian
The council recognizes Bruce's efforts to bring about the WWII veterans' memorial in downtown Akron.
January 2019 - Ray Stone
The council is grateful for Ray and his fellow singers for their performance at the 2018 at the Christmas party, as well as is support for our council and the Fourth Degree Assembly.
February 2019 - David Hershberger
We recognize Dave for his work on behalf of our council and as a member of our First Degree team, as well as his dedication and leadership to our Saint Sebastian Parish Council.
March 2019 - Ed Balaun
We want to thank Ed for his efforts supporting this years International Festival and support of our council Blood Drives.
April 2019 - Ty Millhouse
Thank you Ty for your service to our council as Worthy Advocate and Lecturer.
May 2019 - Tim Sullivan
Tim serves as our council's Deputy Grand Knight and was our 2019 5K race chair- thank you Tim!
June 2019 - John Anderson
A founding member of our council, past Grand Knight, and member of the Fourth Degree, SK Anderson continues to serve our council as Lecturer and provides leadership to Akron Council Charities. John is always there to help with our council events, including the recent 5K race and our upcoming golf outing.
2017 - 2018 Fraternal Year
July 2017 - Tyrone Milhouse
August 2017 - SK Ron Smetana
September 2017 - SK John Anderson and Bert Brownfield
October 2017 - Dave Hershberger
November 2017 - Terry Bendo
January 2018 - Rob Rybka
Thank you Rob for volunteering to serve as our representative to Parish Council!
February 2018 - Tim Sullivan
Tim has volunteered in many Council activities- recent examples include: the 5K race, free throw competition and Deacon Terry Peacock scholarship essay.
March 2018 - Michael Saltis
Michael is a new member and has shown great enthusiasm in his support of many recent council activities.
April 2018 - John Anderson
John is a a charter member of our council, past Grand Knight and member of the Fourth Degree Assembly. He always makes time for council projects, including preparing the certificates for the "Of the Year" award winners.
May 2018 - Ryan Rothkopf
Ryan is a council officer and served as our emcee for the 2018 Race Around the Park. Thank you Ryan!
June 2018 - Dave Deming
Thank you David for your many volunteer hours for the church restoration project!
2016 - 2017 Fraternal Year
July 2016 - Michael Stiller
Michael Stiller as a new Knight and already volunteering for two activities this past month. Michael is working toward earning the Shining Armor Award. The medal is awarded for service to the Order with distinction during the first year of membership, the “Shining Armor Award” is given to those men that exemplify what a true Knight of Columbus is. See details at https://www.kofc.org/un/en/resources/membership/shiningarmor.pdf
August 2016 - John Anderson
The Knight of the Month for August 2016 is SK John Anderson for taking a lead in this year's very successful Golf Outing. John has served as Grand Knight for the council as well as the Faithful Navigator for Assembly 818.
September 2016 - Greg Obringer
The Knight of the Month for September 2016 is SK Greg Obringer. Greg has served the council as a committee chair and officer positions. He currently runs the council Blood Drives and volunteers regularly for other activities.
October 2016 - Michael Steel
Mike's legal background and his dedication to the St. Sebastian community were crucial to the procurement of the building for our new St. Julie Billiart School of St. Sebastian Parish. His wife, Lisa has been instrumental in coordination of clean up and fundraising events as well.
December 2016 - FN SK Ray Stone
December's Knight of the Month is Assembly #818's Faithful Navigator SK Ray Stone for entertaining everyone as the Christmas Social with his barbershop quartet. In addition to volunteering for his Council and Assembly, Ray cantors for the church and he is an amateur photographer.
January 2017 - Mike Palko
Mike Palko has been named Knight of the Month for January 2017. Mike has been a regular volunteer at both Council and Church sponsored events. He is easily recognized by the camera always by his side ready to snap the next photo. Many of the pictures used on the website and our Council were taken by Mike.
February 2017 - SK Jeff Davis (PGK)
The Knight of the Month for February 2017 the council's past Grand Knight, SK Jeff Davis. Jeff has been an important player from the council's early days by not only serving as an officer but as regular volunteer and lead founder for the Akron Council Charities organization. This past month he helped with our membership drive at the International Festival and sponsored an Open House for new perspective members the following week.
April 2017 - Ken Igram
May 2017 - Don Fraraccio
June 2017 - SK Jim Nixon
2015 - 2016 Fraternal Year
It all begins with an idea.
August 2015 - SK Ron Klamert
The Knight of the Month for August is SK Ron Klamert for his many acts of volunteerism including the most recently the Akron Art’s Expo at Hardesty Park.
September 2015 - Dan Johnson
The Knight of the Month for September is Dan Johnson. Dan's ability to bring in sponsors for major events is unmatched. Recently securing the the largest sponsorship to date for the upcoming Golf Outing and 5th Annual 5K Race Around the Park.
October 2015 - Arlin Greber
The Knight of the Month for October is Advocate Arlin Greber. Since joining the Knights recently he can be counted on to fill whatever volunteer spot needs help.
November 2015 - Tony Burgoyne
The Knight of the Month for November is Tony Burgoyne. The council would not be the same without his organizational skills to make the 5th Annual 5K Race Around the Park the most successful event to date.
January 2016 - Matt Beaven
The Knight of the Month for January is Matt Beaven. Matt now has several year of successful Free-throw Contests under his belt and continues to be a critical volunteer.
February 2016 - Bernard Smith (PGK)
The Knight of the Month for February is Bernard Smith (PGK). Bernard has headed the team to collect for the annual Catholic Charities Fund Drive for many years. As well as regular volunteerism at council events.
March 2016 - Bert Brownfield
The March 2016 Knight of the Month is Bert Brownfield. Bert is dedicated to church ministry, the Men’s Breakfast and co-chairing the overwhelmingly successful annual Golf Outing.
April 2016 - Ralph Witt
The April 2016 Knight of the Month is Ralph Witt (posthumously). Ralph became a Knight in 1948 after serving in WWII. He was a charter member of our council. He was known for he’s volunteerism, church usher and St. Sebastian School lunch helper.
May 2016 - Ted Varga
The May 2016 Knight of the Month is Ted Varga. Ted has been chairing nearly all the Pro-Life activities in the Council from the beginning and he has faithfully served as a Trustee for many years.
June 2016 - Trevor Bills
The Knight of the Month for June 2016 is Trevor Bills (PGK). Trevor had guided the St. Sebastian council for several years as Grand Knight and he has been a driving force behind the Golf Outing, Flower display at the Mull/Hawkins Ave. Circle and numerous other programs. His service to council is greatly appreciated.
2014 - 2015 Fraternal Year
It all begins with an idea.
July 2014 - Kevin Janezic
July’s Knight of the Month is Chancellor Kevin Janezic for stepping up to fill the Family Director last year right after returning from overseas and his over the top work on the Rotary Planting project and beautification of Forest Lodge.
August 2014 - Don Fraraccio
August's Knight of the Month is Don Fraraccio for stepping up during the Akron Arts Expo to park cars and sell much needed car raffle tickets.
September 2014 - Tim Sullivan
September’s Knight of the Month is Tim Sullivan for stepping up over the past two months with the Golf Outing, Car Raffle, and Community Pregnancy Center and Furniture Moving project.
October 2014 - Lou Trenta
October’s Knight of the Month is Lou Trenta for his regular volunteerism and especially in the last couple month for helping with the Car Raffle.
November 2014 - Dave Deming
November's Knight of the Month is Dave Deming for his outstanding volunteerism.
December 2014 - Ray Stone
December's Knight of the Month is SK Ray Stone for entertaining everyone as the Christmas Social.
January 2015 - Mike Fallucco
Third Degree member Mike Fallucco and council Advocate, was recognized this January for his yearly commitment as chair of the council's "Measure Up" program. Each year, approximately 400 KofC councils throughout the state join to collect about $400,000 for support of individuals with developmental disabilities. A substantial portion is returned to the the local councils for use in their own communities. The St. Sebastian council's proceeds support The ARC of Summit County.
February 2015 - Bernard Smith (PGK)
February's Knight of the Month is Bernard Smith (PGK) for heading the Catholic Charities this year.
March 2015 - SK Greg Obringer
March's Knight of the Month is SK Greg Obringer for his continued diligence and work for another successful Blood Drive.
April 2015 - John Kendrick
April's Knight of the Month is John Kendrick for continuing service as Recorder and Webmaster.
May 2015 - Dave Hershberger
May's Knight of the Month is Dave Hershberger for his help with the Rotary Flower project (personally delivered 400 gallons of water while the sprinkling system was not working and quick call to action for fellow Knight.
June 2015 - SK John Wilson
The Knight of the Month for June is SK John Wilson for is years of services as our Financial Secretary. John has been critical in creating processes during his term that the council uses every day.
2013 - 2014 Fraternal Year
It all begins with an idea.
July 2013 - Mike Palko
Knights of Columbus member Mike Palko has been named the July “Knight of the Month.” Mike is the unofficial parish photographer and recently completed a remarkable photo album as a going-away present for Fr. Matt Pfeiffer. The album included more than 1000 photos of St. Sebastian parishioners, church and school activities, and organizations so Father would have a remembrance of his first assignment.
Mike also made sure parishioners had an opportunity to sign their photos and offer a special memory. Mike presented the album to Fr. Pfeiffer at his going-away party in June.
September 2013 - SK John Anderson and Bert Brownfield
Like other's who've received this honor, both John and Bert displays exemplary service to the Council and the parish. Most recently they dedicated countless hours setting up the Council's most Golf Outing, exceeding last year's funds raised for charities.
Worldwide, the KofC raises a large amount of money for charity each year, but its members’ commitment of time is enormous. Knights collectively volunteered more than 70 million hours of time to their churches and communities last year.
October 2013 - SK Jim Nixon
Those who remember ice skating at Forest Lodge as kids don’t recognize the interior of the building anymore, thanks to the church’s renovation and remodeling of the building over the past two years. With the recent addition of a brick plaza at the lower entrance to the building, things have now changed on the outside, too. Knights of Columbus Council 14255 has designated SK Jim Nixon as “Knight of the Month” for his lead role on the project.
Jim worked with various City of Akron council representatives and departments to obtain engineering and site preparation assistance, construction materials and equipment for the project, which was supervised by Eagle Scout candidate, Chris Morris. Working with the Department of Neighborhood assistance, Jim was also able to coordinate clean up and mulching of the Lodge’s flowerbeds and playgrounds.
Jim is a charter member of the council, a Fourth Degree Knight, and current treasurer of Akron Council Charities, the council’s non-profit affiliate.
November 2013 - Tony Burgoyne
St. Sebastian’s Knights of Columbus Council 14255 has named Third Degree member R. Tony Burgoyne its Knight of the Month for November. Tony is one of the architects of the Knight’s successful 5K Race Around the Park and has chaired its organizing committee since the race began in 2011.
An active member of the council since its founding in 2007, Tony has also served as council recorder and publicity chair. He was recognized as the council’s Knight of the Year in 2011.
October’s 5K race and Family Fun Run attracted nearly 400 participants. Race proceeds benefit the Knights’ Deacon Terry Peacock Scholarship program, which provides financial assistance to two parish eighth graders planning to attend an area Catholic high school.
December 2013 - Tim Beringer
The Knights of Columbus has named charter member Tim Beringer its “Knight of the Month” for December. Tim and his crew of Bob Wolf, Ron Shaw, Dick Gross and Bert Brownfield have coordinated the Red Cross blood drives at St. Sebastian since the Knights took over their sponsorship here about five years ago. During that period, donors have stepped forward to provide more than 625 units of blood for our community—with each unit able to help up to three people.
Tim is a Fourth Degree member and Council 14255’s founding Grand Knight. He also serves as a mass coordinator and Parish Foundation board member.
January 2014 - Ray Stone
Ray a 4th Degree Knight has been preparing the yearly taxes for the council for a number of years. This past month Ray volunteered his barbershop quartet, Clear Choice Quartet, to provided holiday vocals at the annual December Social. When not on stage, he is behind the camera photographing many of our events.
February 2014 - Bruce Meyer
A long-time member of the Knights of Columbus had been named Council 14255's "Knight of the Month" for coming to the aid of a parishioner with frozen pipes. Despite work done in the woman's condo last year to prevent such things, the recent "polar vortex" proved too much for her plumbing system. A relative put out the call for help and council member Bruce Meyer was first on the scene to help mitigate the damage.
Bruce became a Knight almost as soon as he was eligible, earning his First, Second and Third Degrees in 1984. When a council was formed at St. Sebastian, he decided to transfer his membership and join his fellow parishioners in their charitable work in the parish and on Akron's west side.
March 2014 - Matt Beaven
Matt Beaven, a First Degree Knight since 2008, earned the council’s thanks in March for his continuous behind-the-scenes work at the council’s annual “Race Around the Park.” The 5K race and one mile fun walk, held each October, is an important fundraising event for the council, providing vital support for the Knight’s scholarships and charitable work. Matt has also been an important worker at the council’s youth events, in particular its free-throw competition each January.
April 2014 - Mike Fallucco
Third Degree member Mike Fallucco, council Advocate, was recognized in April for his work as chair of the council's "Measure Up" program. Each year, approximately 400 KofC councils throughout the state join to collect about $400,000 for support of individuals with developmental disabilities. A substantial portion is returned to the the local councils for use in their own communities. The St. Sebastian council's proceeds support The ARC of Summit County.
May 2014 - Ken Butler
Charter member Ken Butler, a Fourth Degree Knight, was honored in May for taking leadership of the council's car raffle. Launched last month, the fundraising effort hopes to raise $40,000 for the Knights' scholarship fund, financial aid to our seminarians, and related council programs. The car raffle runs through mid-October and replaces the Knights' regular 52-week raffle.
June 2014 - Patty Smith
The council's Honorary Knight of the Month is Mrs. Patty Smith, who helped prepare the Mull-Hawkins traffic circle garden for planting this year. The garden is much larger than it seems to those driving by, requiring about 35 flats of plant material. Weather and scheduling conflicts made preparation difficult this year, making Patty's help all the more valuable. Patty is the director of St. Sebastian's pre-school, where she also teaches. Her husband is Past Grand Knight, Bernie Smith.
2012 - 2013 Fraternal Year
It all begins with an idea.
July 2012 - Jim Dietrich
The honor is a special recognition by the Council’s leadership of a member who exemplifies the order’s founding principles of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism through his work for the church, community and parish.
Jim has assisted with the Hawkins circle flower-scape project and several of the Council’s pro-life activities, including delivering cribs to Pregnancy Care in Barberton. He joined the St. Sebastian Council in 2010. He is also a Fourth Degree Knight and a member of the Msgr. O’Keefe Assembly 818, which now makes its home at St. Sebastian.
August 2012 - Ron Shaw
Ron is a Fourth Degree Knight and charter member of the St. Sebastian Council. He currently holds the position of council Warden. He has assisted at every one of the Council’s Red Cross blood drives and has been an usher at St. Sebastian for 41 years, “because (former pastor) Father Byrider wanted me to be sure to come to Mass every week,” he says.
Ron has also provided regular and important transportation to help a brother Knight and his wife get to church, meetings, and medical appointments. His help exemplifies the order’s founding principles of charity, unity, and fraternity.
As one member put it, “You are extremely fortunate if you have a friend like Ron.”
He was nominated by fellow Knight and retired head usher, Bob Wolf.
September 2012 - John Anderson
John led a committee of Knights that worked through the summer to launch the Council 14255 Golf Outing in August. It is expected to be an annual event that will be a terrific social activity for the parish and an important fundraising event for the council going forward.
John is a Fourth Degree Knight and currently the Faithful Navigator of the Monsignor O'Keefe Assembly 818, the ceremonial and patriotic division of the Knights. He is a longtime volunteer with the Bridgestone Invitational golf tournament, and supporter of Our Lady of the Elms and the ARC of Summit County.
October 2012 - Sam Olsen
A first degree Knight, Sam completed a four-year hitch with the U.S. Army in August, after serving both in Iraq and Afghanistan.
After mustering out in Colorado and driving cross-country to bring his young family back to Ohio, he spent part of his second day back in Akron helping a team of Knights move Fr. Thaddeus Swirski from St. Sebastian’s rectory to his new home at St. Edward.
One of the founding principles of the KofC is “charity.” Sam’s generous gift of his time demonstrates that charitable activities need not always involve money.
Sam and his wife, Jillian, are parents of son Reed, and are expecting another. They plan to spend the next few months re-acclimating to civilian life before Sam enters nursing school next year.
November 2012 - Greg Obringer and Dan Johnson
Two members of St. Sebastian’s Knights of Columbus Council 14255 have been honored as “Knights of the Month” for their volunteer work on the council’s recent “Race Around the Park” event.
Dan Johnson was honored for his leadership of the important community sponsorship committee. Major supporters like Inspiron Logistics, OGS Industries, Champion Windows, and others, ensured a successful race, which will help fund some of the Knight’s important charitable work this year. Dan is a financial advisor and was chair of the Council’s family activities committee for five years. He and wife Jennifer have two boys, Joshua and Michael.
Third Degree Knight Greg Obringer, the council’s second honoree, was singled out for the tremendous work he did on race day, including transportation logistics. Greg is the Council’s current Chancellor and works in the City of Akron’s Recreation Bureau. He and wife Kathryn are the parents of a brand new baby girl, Zoe.
Both men were nominated by event chairman Tony Burgoyne.
December 2012 - John Kendrick
John has been activity in the St. Sebastian Youth Ministry for the past 12 years and the St. Sebastian Pre-Cana for six years. Most recently he has become a key member on the AkronKofC.org Web Team handling the day-to-day maintenance of the site.
John and his wife, Cindy, have two children Jack and Ella.
January 2013 - John Wilson
John is Council 14255’s Financial Secretary, appointed directly by KofC headquarters to oversee the group’s finances and membership records. The Financial Secretary serves a three-year term in office.
The Knight of the Month award was instituted to recognize members who go “above and beyond” in their service to the council, parish, and community. John does so despite regular national and international travel for his employer, Lubrizol. He is a Fourth Degree member and recently celebrated his 35th year with the Knights of Columbus.
February 2013 - Ted Varga
St. Sebastian’s Knights of Columbus Council 14255 has recognized First Year Trustee Ted Varga as its February Knight of the Month. As a trustee, he serves as an advisor to the elected leadership and supervises the twice-yearly council audits.
A charter member, Ted has held leadership positions with the Council since its founding in 2007, serving as Financial Secretary, Chancellor, and insurance representative.
A Fourth Degree Knight, Ted is also the council’s Right to Life chairman and liaison to the Community Pregnancy Center in Barberton. In cooperation with the S.A. Comunale Co., the Knights provide regular transportation services to the Pregnancy Center, moving truckloads of new cribs and mattresses for eventual use by needy new mothers.
March 2013 - Dr. Mark Adamczyk
The St. Sebastian Knights of Columbus council has recognized Dr. Mark Adamczyk as its March “Knight of the Month.” Mark is a Second Degree Knight and has been a member of Council 14255 since it was chartered six years ago.
Mark currently directs the council’s youth programs—an important focus for the KofC worldwide.
St. Sebastian students recently participated in a Knight-sponsored statewide basketball free throw contest and the council’s annual Presidents Day bowling event at Riviera Lanes. Mark also leads the Deacon Terry Peacock Scholarship selection committee, which annually awards $1000 scholarships for a deserving parish boy and girl planning to attend one of our nearby Catholic high schools.
April 2013 - Fred Milan and Tom Welsh
Like all members afforded the honor, Fred and Tom were recognized for their exemplary service to the parish, neighborhood, or the local council. In this case, Fred and Tom were able to help parishioners with potentially severe emergencies during our late winter. In so doing, they exemplified the first principle of the order, “charity,” by giving their time to assist others.
Worldwide, the KofC raises a large amount of money for charity each year, but its members’ commitment of time is enormous. Knights collectively volunteered more than 70 million hours of time to their churches and communities last year.
If you are a Catholic man aged 18 and above, why not consider becoming part of “the strong right arm” of the church by becoming a member? Talk to a Knight, or see akronkofc.org for more information.
May 2013 - Bernard Smith
A very active member, Bernie founded and leads the Council’s First Degree team, cooperating with a similar team from St. Hilary Parish to initiate new members into the order. In addition, he coordinates the council’s monthly raffle and organized the Fr. Pfeiffer raffle, which raised more than $1000 for grants to seminarians and high school scholarships.
At the parish level, he serves as a regular lector and has taught recent adult education classes. Bernie is a third degree member and former Knight of the Year.
June 2013 - Deacon Terry Peacock
The Knights of Columbus Council 14255 named Deacon Terry Peacock its “Knight of the Month” in honor of the 32nd anniversary of his ordination. One of the first members to attain the Fourth Degree of the Order, Deacon Terry has generously given his time to provide the members important spiritual direction since the St. Sebastian Council was founded in 2007.