Pope John Paul II Alumni

Obituary for Richard P Berkowitz at Honaker Funeral Home Richard P. Berkowitz, age 84, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1940, in New York City, New York. He is preceded in death by his parents Morris Berkowitz and Margaret Stabile Berkowitz, as well as his brother Philip Berkowitz. He is survived by

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🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟

Congratulations to Zack Dauzat, PJP Class of 2023! 🎓
Zack was one of only three LSU students selected to attend the National Sales Competition in Wisconsin, where he placed in the top half of participants! 🏆

We’re so proud to see our Jaguar alumni continuing to shine and represent PJP with excellence! 💛💙❤️

🎓✨ Calling All Alumni! ✨🎓 It’s time to come home ❤️💙💛

Join us for an unforgettable Homecoming celebration as we reconnect, reminisce, and reignite the spirit that made our time together so special. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, this is YOUR moment to return, reunite, and relive the magic.

Bring your stories, your laughter, and your school pride. Let’s make new memories while honoring the old ones. Tag your classmates and spread the word!

We can’t wait to see YOU Under the Tent at the SMM Fair this Friday! 🎪
📅 Friday, October 17th
⏰ 7:30 p.m.

🎶 Live music by The Molly Ringwalds
🍴 Delicious food
🐾 Fun with fellow Jaguars

Swing by the PJP Alumni Tent for a night you won’t forget! 💛💙❤️

What better way to spend a Friday night than with your Jag Alumni enjoying some amazing live music?!

Hope to see you there! ❤️💙💛

🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟

We are proud to celebrate two of our PJP alumnae who were honored as St. Luke Award Recipients for their outstanding service and dedication to their parish community. 💙💛❤️

✨ Mrs. Caitlyn Battistella-Loupe
Caitlyn has served faithfully through the Saint Luke bulletin refresh, FIRE pump-up team, ACTS Retreat Team, SLE Marriage Mentoring for engaged couples, and Young Adult Ministry.
Her sweet smile and energetic desire to serve Jesus shine in everything she does. As an encourager, mentor, and team player, Caitlyn continues to accompany and empower others to grow in faith and love.

✨ Miss Mary Grace Kelley
Mary Grace has joyfully given her time and talent to FIRE and BLAZE nights, New Horizon Young Adult Leadership Formation, Young Adult Ministry, Vacation Bible School, ACTS Retreat Team, and the parish Capital Campaign.
Her contagious joy is a blessing to all she serves, as she inspires children, families, and young adults to discover the mercy and love of Christ while helping them find their worth and purpose.

We are so proud of Caitlyn and Mary Grace for living out their faith in action and representing the heart of PJP long after graduation. 🐆✝️

🎉ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT - AUSTIN FAIRCHILD '12🎉

We are so proud to recognize our incredible Jaguar alumnus, Austin Fairchild - Class of 2012, United States Coast Guard, for his courageous actions that recently saved a life.

On August 8, 2025, while off duty in St. Marys, Georgia, Austin rushed into a burning home and successfully rescued an 80-year-old woman and her dog from the flames. His quick assessment, bravery, and selfless commitment exemplify the very best of service and leadership.

The Mayor of St. Marys and the St. Marys Fire Department formally recognized Austin for his heroism, reminding us all of the vital role first responders and servicemen play in protecting lives.

Join us in celebrating Austin’s courage and dedication to others!

🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟

On August 30th, two of our Jaguars faced off on the college football field! 🏈

Logan Klotz (Class of 2020) – University of Louisiana at Lafayette

DeReyon Jenkins (Class of 2025) – Rice University

It was a battle to the finish, with Rice taking the win 14-12.

We are so proud of our alumni competing at the next level and continuing to represent PJP with pride! 💛❤️💙

🔗 Follow their seasons here:

Rice Owls- https://riceowls.com/sports/football

Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns - https://ragincajuns.com/sports/football