First Hall of Fame Event a Big Hit!

The induction ceremony for the Helias Hall of Fame was held April 20, 2008.

The Hall of Fame inductees were selected based upon their service to Helias and involvement not only with Helias, but in the community as well. The 2008 Helias Hall of Fame honorees are: Larry Kolb, Louis Rackers, Ann Schnieders Bax, Jim Rackers, Jim Wisch, Leon Vanderfeltz, John Wegman, Ray Hentges, and John Krautmann.

266 attended the induction ceremony which included a Mass for the inductees and their families celebrated by Fr. Doyle, social hour (courtesy of the Missouri Wine and Grape Board, Fechtel Beverage, and Scheppers Distributing), dinner (compliments of Fresh Ideas), and program (emceed by KRCG's Mike Roberts). The event took place in the Helias Commons, which was transformed from school cafeteria to banquet hall thanks to tables and linens donated by Capitol Plaza Hotel, and beautiful decorations created and provided by Mike Bruns, Helias class of 1982.

Over 40 Helias students volunteered to move tables and set up for the event, serve dinner, and clean up afterward. These young men and women represented Helias well.  Their service did not go unnoticed and was greatly appreciated.

Thanks to all those who helped make this event successful, and congratulations to the 2008 Hall of Fame Inductees!