1.) Rev. Aegidius "Giles" Christoph, O.S.B. †
The Benedictine pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Covington. Responsible for the conception of the St. Joseph Commercial School, for petitioning Bishop Camillus Maes to open the school and requesting the Brothers of Mary to come and operate the new 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "O.S.B." in his stylized ecclesiatical title signifies his order, the Order of Saint Benedict.
2.) Most Rev. Camillus Paul Maes, D.D. †
The 3rd Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Approved and helped facilitate the opening of the St. Joseph Commercial High School in 1885. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
3.) Most Rev. Ferdinand Brossart, D.D. †
The 4th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. The only Bishop of Covington to have served as a priest within the diocese prior to his consecration as bishop. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
4.) Most Rev. Francis William Howard, D.D. †
The 5th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Responsible for opening more schools than any other bishop in the history of the Diocese of Covington, and responsible for recognizing the need to re-form the 2-yr St. Joseph Commercial School into the 4-yr Covington Catholic High School. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
5.) Most Rev. William Theodore Mulloy, D.D., LL.D. †
The 6th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington and bishop during Covington Catholic High School's move from 6th Street in Covington to Dixie Highway in Park Hills. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity," and the "LL.D." stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Law."
6.) Most Rev. Richard Henry Ackerman, C.S.Sp., S.T.D. †
The 7th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Was the bishop when Covington Catholic's administration moved from being operated by the Brothers of Mary to being controlled completely by lay-persons employed by the Diocese of Covington. The "C.S.Sp" in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, and the "S.T.D." stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Sacred Theology."
7.) Most Rev. William Anthony Hughes, D.D. †
The 8th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
8.) Most Rev. Robert William Muench, D.D.
The 9th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Responsible for approving the capital campaign that led to the construction of the current school building at Covington Catholic. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
9.) Most Rev. Roger Joseph Foys, D.D.
The 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington and bishop during the demolition of the original Covington Catholic academic center in Park Hills and the construction of the current school building. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
10.) Most Rev. John Curtis Iffert
The 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington, currently serving as bishop.
11.) James "Jim" Corbett †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died on January 12, 1963 along with his twin brother, Joe, when they were struck by an automobile while walking along Dixie Highway in front of Covington Catholic. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
12.) Joseph "Joe" Corbett †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died on January 12, 1963 along with his twin brother, Jim, when they were struck by an automobile while walking along Dixie Highway in front of Covington Catholic. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
13.) Rev. Msgr. Leo J. Streck †
Monsignor Streck was the head of the council of 13 pastors who raised the money required to purchase the property for Covington Catholic's current campus in Park Hills, and the funds required to build the new building. He was a lifelong resident of the Diocese of Covington, was a priest for 57 years, and was the Diocesan Superintendent of Education from 1939-1956.
14.) Rev. John J. Sterling
Chaplain at Covington Catholic from the 1997-2004 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
15.) Rev. Michael C. Hennigen
Chaplain at Covington Catholic from the 2018 school year through present.
16.) Mr. Al Hertsenberg
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1990 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has coached soccer and tennis and directs the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
17.) Ms. Lindy Blankenbuehler †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1995-2010 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Coached soccer, tennis, and swimming, and assisted with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays. Continued coaching at Cov Cath after retiring even while going through treatment for terminal cancer.
18.) Eugene George "Hink" Finke, Jr. †
Covington Catholic Class of 1940. Died while serving in World War II near Grand Halleux, Belgium on January 15, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
19.) Robert C. Von Luehrte †
Covington Catholic Class of 1941. Served in the Army Air Forces during World War II and died while piloting a plane for the Air Force on the final mission of the Berlin Airlift on May 12, 1949. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
20.) Carl Henry Brinker †
Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Died on February 28, 1945 while serving in World War II from wounds suffered in Burma Grand Halleux, Belgium. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
21.) Thomas "Roy" Allgeyer †
Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Died while serving in the Army during World War II near Rijsbergen, Netherlands on October 27, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
22.) James Thomas Hardebeck †
Honorary graduate from the Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Withdrew from the school due to hardship to help work and support his family. Died while serving the Marine Corps during World War II in Okinawa, Japan on May 6, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
23.) Ronald A. "Ron" Burton †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died on January 10, 1970. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
24.) Paul H. Tepe †
Covington Catholic Class of 1967. Died in a car crash on I-75 on September 4, 1966. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
25.) Mr. Mike Guidugli
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1986-2020 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Taught, coached track, and served for over 20 years as Athletic Director in addition to serving as vice-principal and Dean of Students for many years.
26.) Mr. Rich Klus
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1998-2003 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Rejoined the faculty at the beginning of the 2025 school year. Has taught, coached football, directed the chorus and band, and assisted with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays.
27.) Mr. Bill Krumpelbeck
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1977-2021 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic, and has continued to coach the baseball team following his retirement from teaching.
28.) Mr. Jacob Kleier
Covington Catholic Class of 2014. Joined the Covington Catholic marketing department in 2018 and joined the faculty in 2019. Coaches baseball and assists with the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
29.) Mr. Bill Balskus
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1986-2015 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Taught Latin, Social Studies, History & AP History, coached the school's academic team, and was a member of the soccer coaching staff.
30.) John Fredrick Schrage †
Covington Catholic Class of 1934. Died while serving in World War II near San Pietro, Italy on December 13, 1943. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
31.) Joseph A. "Bud" Ratermann †
Covington Catholic Class of 1938. Died while serving in World War II in Chievres, Belgium on March 15, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
32.) William Patrick "Bill" Currie, Jr. †
Covington Catholic Class of 1931. Died while serving in World War II near Remagen, Germany on June 25, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
33.) Edward Nicholas "Eddie" Piepmeier †
Covington Catholic Class of 1933. Served in the Army during World War II and died in an accident while conducting training maneuvers at Camp Granite, California on June 2, 1943. The first of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
34.) Mark Schlarman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died of acute meningitis on November 26, 1968. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
35.) Ray "Kim" Creamer †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died in a horseback riding accident on March 6, 1969. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
36.) John Christopher Lonneman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Died on December 27, 1979. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
37.) Mr. Rudy Tassini †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1973 school years, and rejoined the staff from 1983-1986 school years. Was head football coach during his first stint at Covington Catholic and served on the football coaching staff during his second stint.
38.) Mr. John Horton
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1980-2007 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Was the head coach of the swimming and diving team in the mid-1980s and was longtime head soccer coach.
39.) Mr. Andy Zerhusen
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Began coaching and track in the 1990s and later joined the football coaching staff. Spent a half year filling on on the faculty in the 2002 school year and then became a full-time teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2008-2016 school years. Also served as an Assistant Athletic Director, remaining on in that role after departing the school's faculty.
40.) Mr. Alex Ammerman
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2017 school year through present. Has taught, coached golf, worked in Advancement, served as Assistant-Athletic Director and has been the school's Alumni Department Director since 2019.
41.) Aaron Abell
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
42.) Adam Brandner
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
43.) Andrew Latta
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
44.) Joe Meadows
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
45.) Kevin Sketch
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
46.) Alfred Topmiller †
Covington Catholic Class of 1934. Died in a sled-riding accident on December 30, 1930. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
47.) Fred W. Romes †
Covington Catholic Class of 1947. Died of a ruptured brain aneurysm on March 15, 1947. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
48.) John Christopher Lonneman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Died on December 27, 1979. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
49.) Mr. Lynn Ray
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1974-2011 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Was head football coach for 30 years, leading the team to 5 state championships, and also served a time as the school's head track coach. Continued on assistant football coaching staff for several years after his retirement from teaching.
50.) Mr. Tim Hobbs
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1974-1979 school years. Served on the football coaching staff during his time at Covington Catholic and continued coaching for over 20 years after leaving his teaching position.
51.) Mr. Andy Hagedorn †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1983 school years. Served as the school's head swimming and diving coach for 12 years, leading the team to win 4 state championships and 4 runner-up trophies.
52.) Mr. Richard Dickmann
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Head coach of the swimming and diving team from the 2009-2015 school years. Also served as the schools Alumni Department Director from 2009-2015, helping push the capital campaign for the school building's STEM Addition & Griffin Stadium renovations, and also helped raised money needed for the Yung Family Tennis Complex among other campus improvements.
53.) Sean Hamm
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
54.) Eric Warning
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
55.) Scott Fischesser
Covington Catholic Class of 1998. Friend of the artist.
56.) Brad Wilder
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
57.) Erich Black
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
58.) Arthur C. "Artie" Steinmetz †
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Football teammate of the artist and D-1A college football player. Died in a car accident a year and a half after graduation.
59.) Michael Brandon "Mike" Caple †
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Died on December 1, 1995. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
60.) Keith Stowers †
Covington Catholic Class of 1971. Died on January 18, 1971. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
61.) Mrs. Maureen Dugan Osterhaus
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1998-2015 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Rejoined the faculty at the beginning of the 2020 school year. Also served on the school's soccer coaching staff.
62.) Mr. M. Scott Knochelman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1976. Began coaching at Covington Cathoic 1977 and was a teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1979-1984 school years. Was on the football, baseball and basketball coaching staffs in addition to running the school's intramural basketball league. Died in a car wreck in November 1984, and is the namesake of the Knochelman Athletic Building.
63.) Mr. Robert "Bob" Naber †
Covington Catholic Class of 1948. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1955-1964 school years. Coached basketball and baseball and was the first lay-person to serve as the school's Athletic Director. Also served for many years as president of the school's Alumni Association.
64.) Alex Ammerman
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Friend of the artist.
65.) Stephen Wilson
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Friend of the artist.
66.) Eric Hoffer
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
67.) Kevin Lonneman
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
68.) Rob Anderson
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
69.) Ryan Heringhaus
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
70.) Jeffrey Alan "Jeff" Pfetzer †
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist. Died in an accidental fall on May 2, 2002.
71.) Justin James Messer †
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Died on September 28, 1998. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
72.) Jeffrey Michael Strunk †
Covington Catholic Class of 1991. Died of brain cancer on April 11, 1989.
73.) Mr. Mike Listerman
Teacher at Covington Catholic in the 1974 school year, and then rejoined the faculty from the 1986-2011 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Coached basketball and served as Assistant Athletic Director at Covington Catholic.
74.) Mr. Dan Tieman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1958. Taught at Covington Catholic from the 1965-1970 school years before departing in objection to the school's open campus policy, and then rejoined the faculty from the 1974-2010 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Spent time on the football and basketball coaching staffs prior to becoming head basketball coach, and was the winningest coach in school history at the time of his retirement in 2010, and also one of the longest-served staff members in the history of Covington Catholic.
75.) Mr. Jack Kaelin †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-2014 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Longtime head cross country coach who led the team to 2 state championships, also was the head track coach and head bowling coach. Served as Athletic Director for many years and as the basketball scorekeeper for over 50 years. Led the school's Germany/Europe trips over a dozen times. Is the longest-served staff member in the history of Covington Catholic.
76.) Mr. Jack Payne †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1960-1968 school years. Also coached golf, swimming, basketball, and baseball in addition to co-directing the school's senior plays and serving as the school's Athletic Director.
77.) Aaron Wilson
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
78.) Jordan Hoffer
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
79.) Michael Hellmann
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Brother-In-Law of the artist.
80.) Nate Zembrodt
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
81.) Lee Metzger
Covington Catholic Class of 2003. Friend of the artist.
82.) Tony Roch
Covington Catholic Class of 2006. Friend of the artist.
83.) Jonathan Clayton "Jon" Gallenstein †
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Died on September 23, 1993. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
84.) Luke Edward McGraw †
Covington Catholic Class of 2013. Died on December 5, 2010. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
85.) Mr. Nick Hovan
Covington Catholic Class of 1991. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2007 school year through present. Has coached football and moderates the school's intramural basketball league.
86.) Mr. Tony Zechella
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1998 school year through present. Has served for many years as the school's Vice Principal.
87.) Dr. Jack Brueggemann
Covington Catholic Class of 1949. Served for many years as the football team doctor. Served on the school board, the CCH Boosters, and the S.C.O.R.E. Committee that was responsible for purchasing the land needed to build the school's athletic stadium.
88.) Ray Michael
Covington Catholic Class of 1961. Longtime member of the CCH Boosters. Also spent time on the football coaching staff, worked the scoreboard and was the public address announcer for the football team for many years.
89.) Stephen Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2014. Cousin of the artist.
90.) Mr. Bob Lind
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1995-2006 school year and rejoined the faculty beginning in the 2015 school year, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. He is the school's STEM Director and has also coached football. Also helped lead the artist's senior Christian Awakening Retreat.
91.) Mr. Ryan Lubbers
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2008 school year through present. Also has assisted in the athletic department including working as a scorekeeper for the basketball and football teams, and assists with the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
92.) Mr. Bill Synder
Covington Catholic Class of 1964. Teacher and campus minister at Covington Catholic from the 2003-2017 school years. Uncle of the artist.
93.) Chris Fischer
Covington Catholic Class of 1982. Friend of the artist.
94.) Matt Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1996. Friend of the artist.
95.) Mr. Tim Haders
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1985 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has taught art, moderated the art club, ran the school's ultimate frisbee league and whiffleball tournament, and helped direct the senior Christian Awakening Retreats for many years, including the artist's Christian Awakening Retreat.
96.) Mr. Tom Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1984. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1955 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has also coached football and baseball.
97.) Mr. Rick Hornsby
Covington Catholic Class of 1970. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1976-2007 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served on the football coaching staff and was the longtime head golf coach at Covington Catholic.
98.) Bro. John S. Feldmeier, S.M. †
The 6th principal of Covington Catholic High School serving from the 1951-1957 school years. Oversaw the capital campaign that led to the school's relocation from 6th Street in Covington to Dixie Highway in Park Hills. Was also principal during the construction of the new campus and was principal for the first three school years of its use. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
99.) Mr. Kenneth J. Gross
The 11th principal of Covington Catholic High School serving from the 1972-1980 school years. The first lay-person ever to serve as principal of Covington Catholic.
100.) Michael Patti
Covington Catholic Class of 2000. Friend of the artist.
101.) Rob Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2005. Cousin of the artist.
102.) Bill Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1978. Uncle of the artist.
103.) Joe Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1981. Uncle of the artist.
104.) Mr. Stephen Snyder
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2003-2005 school years, and rejoined the faculty beginning in the 2016 school year. Coached and moderated several clubs. Cousin of the artist.
105.) Bob Noll
Covington Catholic Class of 1983. Coached the artist in football and is his wife's uncle.
106.) Tom Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1984. Coached the artist and helped lead his senior Christian Awakening Retreat.
107.) Jason Becker
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Friend of the artist.
108.) Mr. Tony Barczak
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Teacher and guidance counselor at Covington Catholic from 2005 through present. Also has served on the coaching staff for the cross country and track teams.
109.) Bro. Don McKee, S.M. †
The 9th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1963-1969. The school's enrollment expanded significantly during his 7-year tenure as principal, and he notably helped foster and promote the success of the school's athletic department, including working tirelessly to help create the Covington Catholic football program. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
110.) Rev. Richard Knuge, S.M. †
The 10th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1970-1971. The final Marianist principal of Covington Catholic. His departure from Covington Catholic was part of the official ending of an 86-year relationship between the Diocese of Covington and the Society of Mary, dating back to the opening of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington in the fall of 1885. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
111.) Mr. Jack Kenneven
The 16th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1997-2003 school years. After having the idea presented by school business manager Mr. George Schneider, he Oversaw the capital campaign that led to the construction of the school's current academic center in Park Hills.
112.) Mr. Bob Rowe
The 18th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 2009 school year through present. His 17 years as principal have been the longest tenure of any principal in school history. His leadership of school has also many additions made to its campus, including the completion of the Schott Sports Center and the school's Marian Grotto as well as funding and completing the construction of the school's Zembrodt STEM Center & Drees Alumni Center additions, renovations to the chapel, the addition of the Yung Family Tennis Complex, the acquisition and renovation of the Covington Catholic Fieldhouse, and the renovation of Wooton Field into the Griffin Athletic Stadium.
113.) Bob Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1973. Uncle of the artist.
114.) Jerry Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1937. Grandfather of the artist.
115.) Jay Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1966. Father of the artist.
116.) Paul Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Brother of the artist.
117.) Nate Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1999. The artist.
118.) Ben Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Brother of the artist.
119.) Henry Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2024. Nephew of the artist.
120.) Mr. Tony Bacigalupo
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 2014 school year through present. Currently serves as the school's Athletic Director.
121.) Mr. Joe Hackett †
Teacher, coach and librarian at Covington Catholic. He began as an assistant baseball coach in the 1947 school year and became head baseball coach in 1949. He joined the school's faculty in the 1955 school year, teaching history and operating their library until his retirement after the 1982 school year. Also moderated the school's National Honor Society chapter.
122.) Bro. Joseph F. Miller, S.M. †
The 1st principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1886-1890 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
123.) Bro. Francis Xavier Laehr, S.M. †
The 4th, and longest-serving principal of the St. Joseph Commerical School in Covington, serving from the 1898-1907 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
124.) Bro. Anthony B. Weber, S.M. †
The 9th and final principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1924-1926 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. He was also the 1st principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1925-1929 school years. Along with Bro. John Nichol, he helped establish much of the curriculum that would govern Covington Catholic for the first two decades of its operation. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
125.) Bro. John B. Nichol, S.M. †
The 7th principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1917-1922 school years, and also the 2nd principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1930-1931 school years. Along with Bro. Anthony Weber, he helped establish much of the curriculum that would govern Covington Catholic for the first two decades of its operation. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
126.) Bro. Charles H. Reiter, S.M. †
The 3rd principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1932-1942 school years. His 11 years as principal are the second-longest tenure of any principal at Covington Catholic, behind current principal, Mr. Bob Rowe. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
127.) Bill Snyder
Covington Catholic Class of 1964. Uncle of the artist.
128.) Don Spenlau
Covington Catholic Class of 1966. Uncle of the artist.
129.) Jeff Talbert
Covington Catholic Class of 1971. Uncle of the artist.
130.) Doug Stegman
Covington Catholic Class of 1977. Father of the artist's sister-in-law.
131.) Mrs. Diane Ruth
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1989 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has taught English, journalism, and operated the Cov Cath Times newspaper and oversaw the yearbook committee. Also moderates the school's chapter of the National Honor Society and assists with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays.
132.) Mr. Tim Banker †
Worked at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1978 school years. Served on the football assistant coaching staff, and moderated numerous clubs during his time at Covington Catholic.
133.) Mr. Bob Noll
Covington Catholic Class of 1983. Joined the football coaching staff in the fall of 1983 and taught at Covington Catholic fron the 1989-1999 scool years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
134.) Mrs. Bonnie Scully †
Worked at Covington Catholic from the 1979-2005 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served as the book store manager, operated the Colonel Corner, and aided the cafeteria staff.
135.) Bro. August Kemme, S.M. †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1972-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
136.) Bro. Louis Fortner, S.M. †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1968-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
137.) Mr. Carl Ruh †
Covington Catholic Class of 1936. Teacher at Covington Catholic from 1945-1947, then again for the 1958 school year, and once again returned to the faculty for the 1967-1973 school years. Spent many years on the board of the school's Alumni Association as well as serving as the association's president. In addition to a career spent as Kenton County Sheriff and as a Kentucky state legislator, he was the first Covington Catholic alum and the first lay-person to ever become a faculty member at the school.
138.) David Henry Stoppelwerth †
Covington Catholic Class of 1961. Died while serving in the Army during the Vietnam War near Tây Ninh, Vietnam. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military, and the namesake of a scholarship awarded each year to the top English student in the senior class.
139.) Donatus Joseph "Donny" Geilen †
Covington Catholic Class of 1963. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Đức Phổ, Vietnam on February 28, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
140.) James A. "Jimmy" Ruedebusch †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died while serving in the Army in the Army's German garrison as part of its "Berlin Brigade" on July 30, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
141.) Nicholas Owen "Nick" Wagman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Đà Nẵng, Vietnam on September 2, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
142.) Chester James Wartman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1968. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Quế Sơn, Vietnam on May 11, 1969. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
143.) Mr. George Schneider
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1971-2005 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Spent time as the head baseball and head basketball coach, served as Assistant Athletic Director, Vice Principal and head of the Work Study Program. The push for Covington Catholic's 2003 Academic Center began with George Schneider.
144.) Mr. Harold "Hep" Cronin
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-1970 school years. Also served as the head baseball coach, assistant basketball coach, and Athletic Director.
145.) Mrs. Barb Hagedorn
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1991-2019 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
146.) Rev. Charles Weber †
Teacher, school treasurer and business manager at Covington Catholic from 1953-2000. One of the longest-served staff members in the history of Covington Catholic.
147.) Rev. John McDermott †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1958-1970 school years. Started the school's swim team, and led it to become the first team sport in school history to win a state championship. Also directed the senior class plays for nearly a decade.
148.) Rev. John Putka, S.M.
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1973-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiatical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
149.) Rev. William Fitzgerald, O. Praem.
Chaplain and teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2005-2008 school years. The "O. Praem." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Order of Canons Regular of Prémontré, also known as the Norbertines.
150.) Robert Alexander Nordlohne †
Covington Catholic Class of 1938. Died while serving the Army Air Forces during World War II after his bomber was involved in a mid-air collision and crashed near Essex, England on March 5, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
151.) Joseph "Howard" Boone †
Covington Catholic Class of 1939. Died while serving the Army Air Forces during World War II when his plane crashed near Fontan, France on September 13, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
152.) Charles Schneider †
Honorary graduate from the Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Withdrew from the school due to hardship to help work and support his family. Died while serving the Army during World War II near Benestroff, France on November 13, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
153.) Mrs. Carol Rasp
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1994-2018 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
154.) Mr. Charlie Hartman
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1981-2021 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served as moderator of numerous clubs, coached the science team, TEAMS team, JETS team, academic team, and spent many years as the school's Dean of Discipline.
155.) Mr. Charles Parrot
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1987-2017 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
156.) Mr. Martin "Mote" Hils †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-1971 school years. Was the school's head basketball coach and took the basketball to it's first Kentucky Sweet 16 in 1967, and a total of five consecutive Sweet 16 appearances.
The Benedictine pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Covington. Responsible for the conception of the St. Joseph Commercial School, for petitioning Bishop Camillus Maes to open the school and requesting the Brothers of Mary to come and operate the new 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "O.S.B." in his stylized ecclesiatical title signifies his order, the Order of Saint Benedict.
2.) Most Rev. Camillus Paul Maes, D.D. †
The 3rd Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Approved and helped facilitate the opening of the St. Joseph Commercial High School in 1885. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
3.) Most Rev. Ferdinand Brossart, D.D. †
The 4th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. The only Bishop of Covington to have served as a priest within the diocese prior to his consecration as bishop. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
4.) Most Rev. Francis William Howard, D.D. †
The 5th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Responsible for opening more schools than any other bishop in the history of the Diocese of Covington, and responsible for recognizing the need to re-form the 2-yr St. Joseph Commercial School into the 4-yr Covington Catholic High School. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
5.) Most Rev. William Theodore Mulloy, D.D., LL.D. †
The 6th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington and bishop during Covington Catholic High School's move from 6th Street in Covington to Dixie Highway in Park Hills. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity," and the "LL.D." stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Law."
6.) Most Rev. Richard Henry Ackerman, C.S.Sp., S.T.D. †
The 7th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Was the bishop when Covington Catholic's administration moved from being operated by the Brothers of Mary to being controlled completely by lay-persons employed by the Diocese of Covington. The "C.S.Sp" in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, and the "S.T.D." stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Sacred Theology."
7.) Most Rev. William Anthony Hughes, D.D. †
The 8th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
8.) Most Rev. Robert William Muench, D.D.
The 9th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington. Responsible for approving the capital campaign that led to the construction of the current school building at Covington Catholic. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
9.) Most Rev. Roger Joseph Foys, D.D.
The 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington and bishop during the demolition of the original Covington Catholic academic center in Park Hills and the construction of the current school building. The "D.D." in his stylized ecclesiastical title stands for the Latin form of "Doctor of Divinity."
10.) Most Rev. John Curtis Iffert
The 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Covington, currently serving as bishop.
11.) James "Jim" Corbett †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died on January 12, 1963 along with his twin brother, Joe, when they were struck by an automobile while walking along Dixie Highway in front of Covington Catholic. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
12.) Joseph "Joe" Corbett †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died on January 12, 1963 along with his twin brother, Jim, when they were struck by an automobile while walking along Dixie Highway in front of Covington Catholic. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
13.) Rev. Msgr. Leo J. Streck †
Monsignor Streck was the head of the council of 13 pastors who raised the money required to purchase the property for Covington Catholic's current campus in Park Hills, and the funds required to build the new building. He was a lifelong resident of the Diocese of Covington, was a priest for 57 years, and was the Diocesan Superintendent of Education from 1939-1956.
14.) Rev. John J. Sterling
Chaplain at Covington Catholic from the 1997-2004 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
15.) Rev. Michael C. Hennigen
Chaplain at Covington Catholic from the 2018 school year through present.
16.) Mr. Al Hertsenberg
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1990 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has coached soccer and tennis and directs the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
17.) Ms. Lindy Blankenbuehler †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1995-2010 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Coached soccer, tennis, and swimming, and assisted with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays. Continued coaching at Cov Cath after retiring even while going through treatment for terminal cancer.
18.) Eugene George "Hink" Finke, Jr. †
Covington Catholic Class of 1940. Died while serving in World War II near Grand Halleux, Belgium on January 15, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
19.) Robert C. Von Luehrte †
Covington Catholic Class of 1941. Served in the Army Air Forces during World War II and died while piloting a plane for the Air Force on the final mission of the Berlin Airlift on May 12, 1949. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
20.) Carl Henry Brinker †
Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Died on February 28, 1945 while serving in World War II from wounds suffered in Burma Grand Halleux, Belgium. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
21.) Thomas "Roy" Allgeyer †
Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Died while serving in the Army during World War II near Rijsbergen, Netherlands on October 27, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
22.) James Thomas Hardebeck †
Honorary graduate from the Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Withdrew from the school due to hardship to help work and support his family. Died while serving the Marine Corps during World War II in Okinawa, Japan on May 6, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
23.) Ronald A. "Ron" Burton †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died on January 10, 1970. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
24.) Paul H. Tepe †
Covington Catholic Class of 1967. Died in a car crash on I-75 on September 4, 1966. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
25.) Mr. Mike Guidugli
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1986-2020 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Taught, coached track, and served for over 20 years as Athletic Director in addition to serving as vice-principal and Dean of Students for many years.
26.) Mr. Rich Klus
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1998-2003 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Rejoined the faculty at the beginning of the 2025 school year. Has taught, coached football, directed the chorus and band, and assisted with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays.
27.) Mr. Bill Krumpelbeck
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1977-2021 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic, and has continued to coach the baseball team following his retirement from teaching.
28.) Mr. Jacob Kleier
Covington Catholic Class of 2014. Joined the Covington Catholic marketing department in 2018 and joined the faculty in 2019. Coaches baseball and assists with the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
29.) Mr. Bill Balskus
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1986-2015 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Taught Latin, Social Studies, History & AP History, coached the school's academic team, and was a member of the soccer coaching staff.
30.) John Fredrick Schrage †
Covington Catholic Class of 1934. Died while serving in World War II near San Pietro, Italy on December 13, 1943. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
31.) Joseph A. "Bud" Ratermann †
Covington Catholic Class of 1938. Died while serving in World War II in Chievres, Belgium on March 15, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
32.) William Patrick "Bill" Currie, Jr. †
Covington Catholic Class of 1931. Died while serving in World War II near Remagen, Germany on June 25, 1945. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
33.) Edward Nicholas "Eddie" Piepmeier †
Covington Catholic Class of 1933. Served in the Army during World War II and died in an accident while conducting training maneuvers at Camp Granite, California on June 2, 1943. The first of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
34.) Mark Schlarman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died of acute meningitis on November 26, 1968. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
35.) Ray "Kim" Creamer †
Covington Catholic Class of 1972. Died in a horseback riding accident on March 6, 1969. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
36.) John Christopher Lonneman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Died on December 27, 1979. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
37.) Mr. Rudy Tassini †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1973 school years, and rejoined the staff from 1983-1986 school years. Was head football coach during his first stint at Covington Catholic and served on the football coaching staff during his second stint.
38.) Mr. John Horton
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1980-2007 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Was the head coach of the swimming and diving team in the mid-1980s and was longtime head soccer coach.
39.) Mr. Andy Zerhusen
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Began coaching and track in the 1990s and later joined the football coaching staff. Spent a half year filling on on the faculty in the 2002 school year and then became a full-time teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2008-2016 school years. Also served as an Assistant Athletic Director, remaining on in that role after departing the school's faculty.
40.) Mr. Alex Ammerman
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2017 school year through present. Has taught, coached golf, worked in Advancement, served as Assistant-Athletic Director and has been the school's Alumni Department Director since 2019.
41.) Aaron Abell
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
42.) Adam Brandner
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
43.) Andrew Latta
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
44.) Joe Meadows
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
45.) Kevin Sketch
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
46.) Alfred Topmiller †
Covington Catholic Class of 1934. Died in a sled-riding accident on December 30, 1930. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
47.) Fred W. Romes †
Covington Catholic Class of 1947. Died of a ruptured brain aneurysm on March 15, 1947. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
48.) John Christopher Lonneman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Died on December 27, 1979. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
49.) Mr. Lynn Ray
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1974-2011 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Was head football coach for 30 years, leading the team to 5 state championships, and also served a time as the school's head track coach. Continued on assistant football coaching staff for several years after his retirement from teaching.
50.) Mr. Tim Hobbs
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1974-1979 school years. Served on the football coaching staff during his time at Covington Catholic and continued coaching for over 20 years after leaving his teaching position.
51.) Mr. Andy Hagedorn †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1983 school years. Served as the school's head swimming and diving coach for 12 years, leading the team to win 4 state championships and 4 runner-up trophies.
52.) Mr. Richard Dickmann
Covington Catholic Class of 1980. Head coach of the swimming and diving team from the 2009-2015 school years. Also served as the schools Alumni Department Director from 2009-2015, helping push the capital campaign for the school building's STEM Addition & Griffin Stadium renovations, and also helped raised money needed for the Yung Family Tennis Complex among other campus improvements.
53.) Sean Hamm
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
54.) Eric Warning
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
55.) Scott Fischesser
Covington Catholic Class of 1998. Friend of the artist.
56.) Brad Wilder
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
57.) Erich Black
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Friend of the artist.
58.) Arthur C. "Artie" Steinmetz †
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Football teammate of the artist and D-1A college football player. Died in a car accident a year and a half after graduation.
59.) Michael Brandon "Mike" Caple †
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Died on December 1, 1995. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
60.) Keith Stowers †
Covington Catholic Class of 1971. Died on January 18, 1971. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
61.) Mrs. Maureen Dugan Osterhaus
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1998-2015 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Rejoined the faculty at the beginning of the 2020 school year. Also served on the school's soccer coaching staff.
62.) Mr. M. Scott Knochelman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1976. Began coaching at Covington Cathoic 1977 and was a teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1979-1984 school years. Was on the football, baseball and basketball coaching staffs in addition to running the school's intramural basketball league. Died in a car wreck in November 1984, and is the namesake of the Knochelman Athletic Building.
63.) Mr. Robert "Bob" Naber †
Covington Catholic Class of 1948. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1955-1964 school years. Coached basketball and baseball and was the first lay-person to serve as the school's Athletic Director. Also served for many years as president of the school's Alumni Association.
64.) Alex Ammerman
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Friend of the artist.
65.) Stephen Wilson
Covington Catholic Class of 2010. Friend of the artist.
66.) Eric Hoffer
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
67.) Kevin Lonneman
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
68.) Rob Anderson
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
69.) Ryan Heringhaus
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist.
70.) Jeffrey Alan "Jeff" Pfetzer †
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Friend of the artist. Died in an accidental fall on May 2, 2002.
71.) Justin James Messer †
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Died on September 28, 1998. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
72.) Jeffrey Michael Strunk †
Covington Catholic Class of 1991. Died of brain cancer on April 11, 1989.
73.) Mr. Mike Listerman
Teacher at Covington Catholic in the 1974 school year, and then rejoined the faculty from the 1986-2011 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Coached basketball and served as Assistant Athletic Director at Covington Catholic.
74.) Mr. Dan Tieman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1958. Taught at Covington Catholic from the 1965-1970 school years before departing in objection to the school's open campus policy, and then rejoined the faculty from the 1974-2010 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Spent time on the football and basketball coaching staffs prior to becoming head basketball coach, and was the winningest coach in school history at the time of his retirement in 2010, and also one of the longest-served staff members in the history of Covington Catholic.
75.) Mr. Jack Kaelin †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-2014 school years, including the years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Longtime head cross country coach who led the team to 2 state championships, also was the head track coach and head bowling coach. Served as Athletic Director for many years and as the basketball scorekeeper for over 50 years. Led the school's Germany/Europe trips over a dozen times. Is the longest-served staff member in the history of Covington Catholic.
76.) Mr. Jack Payne †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1960-1968 school years. Also coached golf, swimming, basketball, and baseball in addition to co-directing the school's senior plays and serving as the school's Athletic Director.
77.) Aaron Wilson
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
78.) Jordan Hoffer
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
79.) Michael Hellmann
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Brother-In-Law of the artist.
80.) Nate Zembrodt
Covington Catholic Class of 2011. Friend of the artist.
81.) Lee Metzger
Covington Catholic Class of 2003. Friend of the artist.
82.) Tony Roch
Covington Catholic Class of 2006. Friend of the artist.
83.) Jonathan Clayton "Jon" Gallenstein †
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Died on September 23, 1993. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
84.) Luke Edward McGraw †
Covington Catholic Class of 2013. Died on December 5, 2010. One of 16 students to have died while attending Covington Catholic.
85.) Mr. Nick Hovan
Covington Catholic Class of 1991. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2007 school year through present. Has coached football and moderates the school's intramural basketball league.
86.) Mr. Tony Zechella
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1998 school year through present. Has served for many years as the school's Vice Principal.
87.) Dr. Jack Brueggemann
Covington Catholic Class of 1949. Served for many years as the football team doctor. Served on the school board, the CCH Boosters, and the S.C.O.R.E. Committee that was responsible for purchasing the land needed to build the school's athletic stadium.
88.) Ray Michael
Covington Catholic Class of 1961. Longtime member of the CCH Boosters. Also spent time on the football coaching staff, worked the scoreboard and was the public address announcer for the football team for many years.
89.) Stephen Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2014. Cousin of the artist.
90.) Mr. Bob Lind
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1995-2006 school year and rejoined the faculty beginning in the 2015 school year, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. He is the school's STEM Director and has also coached football. Also helped lead the artist's senior Christian Awakening Retreat.
91.) Mr. Ryan Lubbers
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2008 school year through present. Also has assisted in the athletic department including working as a scorekeeper for the basketball and football teams, and assists with the sophomore Wyoming Retreats.
92.) Mr. Bill Synder
Covington Catholic Class of 1964. Teacher and campus minister at Covington Catholic from the 2003-2017 school years. Uncle of the artist.
93.) Chris Fischer
Covington Catholic Class of 1982. Friend of the artist.
94.) Matt Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1996. Friend of the artist.
95.) Mr. Tim Haders
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1985 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has taught art, moderated the art club, ran the school's ultimate frisbee league and whiffleball tournament, and helped direct the senior Christian Awakening Retreats for many years, including the artist's Christian Awakening Retreat.
96.) Mr. Tom Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1984. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1955 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has also coached football and baseball.
97.) Mr. Rick Hornsby
Covington Catholic Class of 1970. Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1976-2007 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served on the football coaching staff and was the longtime head golf coach at Covington Catholic.
98.) Bro. John S. Feldmeier, S.M. †
The 6th principal of Covington Catholic High School serving from the 1951-1957 school years. Oversaw the capital campaign that led to the school's relocation from 6th Street in Covington to Dixie Highway in Park Hills. Was also principal during the construction of the new campus and was principal for the first three school years of its use. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
99.) Mr. Kenneth J. Gross
The 11th principal of Covington Catholic High School serving from the 1972-1980 school years. The first lay-person ever to serve as principal of Covington Catholic.
100.) Michael Patti
Covington Catholic Class of 2000. Friend of the artist.
101.) Rob Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2005. Cousin of the artist.
102.) Bill Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1978. Uncle of the artist.
103.) Joe Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1981. Uncle of the artist.
104.) Mr. Stephen Snyder
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2003-2005 school years, and rejoined the faculty beginning in the 2016 school year. Coached and moderated several clubs. Cousin of the artist.
105.) Bob Noll
Covington Catholic Class of 1983. Coached the artist in football and is his wife's uncle.
106.) Tom Eckerle
Covington Catholic Class of 1984. Coached the artist and helped lead his senior Christian Awakening Retreat.
107.) Jason Becker
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Friend of the artist.
108.) Mr. Tony Barczak
Covington Catholic Class of 1995. Teacher and guidance counselor at Covington Catholic from 2005 through present. Also has served on the coaching staff for the cross country and track teams.
109.) Bro. Don McKee, S.M. †
The 9th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1963-1969. The school's enrollment expanded significantly during his 7-year tenure as principal, and he notably helped foster and promote the success of the school's athletic department, including working tirelessly to help create the Covington Catholic football program. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
110.) Rev. Richard Knuge, S.M. †
The 10th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1970-1971. The final Marianist principal of Covington Catholic. His departure from Covington Catholic was part of the official ending of an 86-year relationship between the Diocese of Covington and the Society of Mary, dating back to the opening of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington in the fall of 1885. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
111.) Mr. Jack Kenneven
The 16th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1997-2003 school years. After having the idea presented by school business manager Mr. George Schneider, he Oversaw the capital campaign that led to the construction of the school's current academic center in Park Hills.
112.) Mr. Bob Rowe
The 18th principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 2009 school year through present. His 17 years as principal have been the longest tenure of any principal in school history. His leadership of school has also many additions made to its campus, including the completion of the Schott Sports Center and the school's Marian Grotto as well as funding and completing the construction of the school's Zembrodt STEM Center & Drees Alumni Center additions, renovations to the chapel, the addition of the Yung Family Tennis Complex, the acquisition and renovation of the Covington Catholic Fieldhouse, and the renovation of Wooton Field into the Griffin Athletic Stadium.
113.) Bob Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1973. Uncle of the artist.
114.) Jerry Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1937. Grandfather of the artist.
115.) Jay Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1966. Father of the artist.
116.) Paul Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1997. Brother of the artist.
117.) Nate Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 1999. The artist.
118.) Ben Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2001. Brother of the artist.
119.) Henry Thamann
Covington Catholic Class of 2024. Nephew of the artist.
120.) Mr. Tony Bacigalupo
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 2014 school year through present. Currently serves as the school's Athletic Director.
121.) Mr. Joe Hackett †
Teacher, coach and librarian at Covington Catholic. He began as an assistant baseball coach in the 1947 school year and became head baseball coach in 1949. He joined the school's faculty in the 1955 school year, teaching history and operating their library until his retirement after the 1982 school year. Also moderated the school's National Honor Society chapter.
122.) Bro. Joseph F. Miller, S.M. †
The 1st principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1886-1890 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
123.) Bro. Francis Xavier Laehr, S.M. †
The 4th, and longest-serving principal of the St. Joseph Commerical School in Covington, serving from the 1898-1907 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
124.) Bro. Anthony B. Weber, S.M. †
The 9th and final principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1924-1926 school years. The St. Joseph Commercial School was a 2-year high school which was the direct predecessor to Covington Catholic High School. He was also the 1st principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1925-1929 school years. Along with Bro. John Nichol, he helped establish much of the curriculum that would govern Covington Catholic for the first two decades of its operation. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
125.) Bro. John B. Nichol, S.M. †
The 7th principal of the St. Joseph Commercial School in Covington, serving from the 1917-1922 school years, and also the 2nd principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from 1930-1931 school years. Along with Bro. Anthony Weber, he helped establish much of the curriculum that would govern Covington Catholic for the first two decades of its operation. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
126.) Bro. Charles H. Reiter, S.M. †
The 3rd principal of Covington Catholic High School, serving from the 1932-1942 school years. His 11 years as principal are the second-longest tenure of any principal at Covington Catholic, behind current principal, Mr. Bob Rowe. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
127.) Bill Snyder
Covington Catholic Class of 1964. Uncle of the artist.
128.) Don Spenlau
Covington Catholic Class of 1966. Uncle of the artist.
129.) Jeff Talbert
Covington Catholic Class of 1971. Uncle of the artist.
130.) Doug Stegman
Covington Catholic Class of 1977. Father of the artist's sister-in-law.
131.) Mrs. Diane Ruth
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1989 school year through present, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Has taught English, journalism, and operated the Cov Cath Times newspaper and oversaw the yearbook committee. Also moderates the school's chapter of the National Honor Society and assists with the Covington Catholic/Notre Dame school plays.
132.) Mr. Tim Banker †
Worked at Covington Catholic from the 1970-1978 school years. Served on the football assistant coaching staff, and moderated numerous clubs during his time at Covington Catholic.
133.) Mr. Bob Noll
Covington Catholic Class of 1983. Joined the football coaching staff in the fall of 1983 and taught at Covington Catholic fron the 1989-1999 scool years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
134.) Mrs. Bonnie Scully †
Worked at Covington Catholic from the 1979-2005 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served as the book store manager, operated the Colonel Corner, and aided the cafeteria staff.
135.) Bro. August Kemme, S.M. †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1972-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
136.) Bro. Louis Fortner, S.M. †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1968-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
137.) Mr. Carl Ruh †
Covington Catholic Class of 1936. Teacher at Covington Catholic from 1945-1947, then again for the 1958 school year, and once again returned to the faculty for the 1967-1973 school years. Spent many years on the board of the school's Alumni Association as well as serving as the association's president. In addition to a career spent as Kenton County Sheriff and as a Kentucky state legislator, he was the first Covington Catholic alum and the first lay-person to ever become a faculty member at the school.
138.) David Henry Stoppelwerth †
Covington Catholic Class of 1961. Died while serving in the Army during the Vietnam War near Tây Ninh, Vietnam. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military, and the namesake of a scholarship awarded each year to the top English student in the senior class.
139.) Donatus Joseph "Donny" Geilen †
Covington Catholic Class of 1963. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Đức Phổ, Vietnam on February 28, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
140.) James A. "Jimmy" Ruedebusch †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died while serving in the Army in the Army's German garrison as part of its "Berlin Brigade" on July 30, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
141.) Nicholas Owen "Nick" Wagman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1965. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Đà Nẵng, Vietnam on September 2, 1967. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
142.) Chester James Wartman †
Covington Catholic Class of 1968. Died while serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War near Quế Sơn, Vietnam on May 11, 1969. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
143.) Mr. George Schneider
Teacher and administrator at Covington Catholic from the 1971-2005 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Spent time as the head baseball and head basketball coach, served as Assistant Athletic Director, Vice Principal and head of the Work Study Program. The push for Covington Catholic's 2003 Academic Center began with George Schneider.
144.) Mr. Harold "Hep" Cronin
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-1970 school years. Also served as the head baseball coach, assistant basketball coach, and Athletic Director.
145.) Mrs. Barb Hagedorn
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1991-2019 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
146.) Rev. Charles Weber †
Teacher, school treasurer and business manager at Covington Catholic from 1953-2000. One of the longest-served staff members in the history of Covington Catholic.
147.) Rev. John McDermott †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1958-1970 school years. Started the school's swim team, and led it to become the first team sport in school history to win a state championship. Also directed the senior class plays for nearly a decade.
148.) Rev. John Putka, S.M.
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1973-1978 school years. One of three Marianists to stay on at Covington Catholic following the departure of the Marianist school administration after the 1971 school year. The "S.M." in his stylized ecclesiatical title signifies his order, the Society of Mary.
149.) Rev. William Fitzgerald, O. Praem.
Chaplain and teacher at Covington Catholic from the 2005-2008 school years. The "O. Praem." in his stylized ecclesiastical title signifies his order, the Order of Canons Regular of Prémontré, also known as the Norbertines.
150.) Robert Alexander Nordlohne †
Covington Catholic Class of 1938. Died while serving the Army Air Forces during World War II after his bomber was involved in a mid-air collision and crashed near Essex, England on March 5, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
151.) Joseph "Howard" Boone †
Covington Catholic Class of 1939. Died while serving the Army Air Forces during World War II when his plane crashed near Fontan, France on September 13, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
152.) Charles Schneider †
Honorary graduate from the Covington Catholic Class of 1942. Withdrew from the school due to hardship to help work and support his family. Died while serving the Army during World War II near Benestroff, France on November 13, 1944. One of 17 Covington Catholic alumni to die while serving in the US military.
153.) Mrs. Carol Rasp
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1994-2018 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
154.) Mr. Charlie Hartman
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1981-2021 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic. Served as moderator of numerous clubs, coached the science team, TEAMS team, JETS team, academic team, and spent many years as the school's Dean of Discipline.
155.) Mr. Charles Parrot
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1987-2017 school years, including years that the artist attended Covington Catholic.
156.) Mr. Martin "Mote" Hils †
Teacher at Covington Catholic from the 1964-1971 school years. Was the school's head basketball coach and took the basketball to it's first Kentucky Sweet 16 in 1967, and a total of five consecutive Sweet 16 appearances.