Meet the Officers

Rank and File

St Anastasia's Knights of Columbus is a 3rd degree council, and being so we refer to our officers as "Worthy" Officers.  We have a mixture of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th degree members in our council.  We believe that each degree enhances our members' lives and the brotherhood by creating a bond between the members and our community through reflection. 

With that said, we always encourage our members to take the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degrees trials at the same time upon joining.  In addition, we also encourage our 3rd degree members to continue onward to the 4th degree so they can take part in many of the 4th degree events. 

It is an honor to serve as an officer in such a thriving religious community, and these positions are open for newly recruited members as well as life-long members.  The only requirement is that you are a current member of the Knights of Columbus and your dues are paid.

The Officers of the Knights of Columbus Council #13453

Current year Roster for 2008-2009

Gary Parent Worthy Grand Knight		Gary, his wife Lady Florence, and children are highly active/visible individuals in the St. Anastasia Church. Gary is also a Religious Education Catechist, member of the St. Anastasia, ST. Vincent DePaul (SVdP) organization and a 4th degree Sir. Knight in the Bishop Gallagher Council.
Mark Brezenski Worthy Past Grand Knight		Mark was also a Sir Knight and an active member in the 4th Degree Bishop Gallagher Council where he served as a Faithful Scribe.  Prior to becoming a Grand Knight, Mark assisted our council in the position of Deputy Grand Knight.
Donald White Worthy Past Grand Knight		Don accepted the challenge to work with the District Deputy to get our council "off and running".  He was elected the Charter Grand Knight and served until June 2004.  Don was a prior Grand Knight of the Troy Council, Past Faithful Navigator of the Bishop Gallagher Assembly, and a Former District Deputy.  The council received the status of Star Council two times while he was Grand Knight.  Don is also a 4th degree Sir Knight with the Bishop Gallagher Council.
James Cook Worthy Past Grand Knight		Jim succeeded Donald White as Grand Knight for 2005-2006.
Joseph D'Anna Worthy Past Grand Knight		Joe replaced Jim Cook as Grand Knight and served during the years 2006-2008.  Joe is also a 4th degree Sir. Knight in the Bishop Gallagher Council and our Trustee.  When Joe served as Grand Knight, we had received the status of Star Council.  Joe is now a Worthy Financial Secretary for the council.
Reverend Mark Prill Worthy Chaplain		Reverend Mark Prill is one of the many blessings that St. Anastasia has to offer.   Father Mark realized his calling at a very young age. When all the rest of his peers were out playing cops and robbers, he was acting as a priest.  His smile, spiritual guidance, and jokes are welcomed benefits to our Worthy Council.
Tim Dunning Worthy Deputy Grand Knight		As a practical Catholic, Tim is very active in the council.  Prior to serving as Deputy Grand Knight, he also served as Chancellor for the council and currently works for St. Anastasia.
Tom D'Alio Worthy Chancellor		Tom served as the previous Worthy Financial Secretary prior to serving as Chancellor for the council.
Douglas Siesel Worthy Recorder		Doug has been the Worthy Recorder for a number of years now, and his dedicated hard work does not go unnoticed in the council.  His innovative engineering background has also helped to streamline various processes such as creating advent wreaths and heading-up the advent wreath project throughout the years.
Joe D'Anna Worthy Financial Secretary		Joe replaced Jim Cook as Grand Knight and served during the years 2006-2008.  Joe is also a 4th degree Sir. Knight in the Bishop Gallagher Council and our Trustee.  When Joe served as Grand Knight, we had received the status of Star Council.  Joe is now a Worthy Financial Secretary for the council.
Not Appointed Worthy Lecturer
Dennis Smith Worthy Treasurer		Dennis has been the Worthy Treasurer for the council for many years.  He has a great demeanor and a good sense of humor that helps make our meetings fun.
David Schaefer Worthy Advocate		David has been part of the Knights of Columbus since October 2008.  He previously held the title of Inside Guard, and in addition to being the Worthy Advocate, also currently holds the title of Council Web Master.  David and his family love to get involved in St. Anastasia's Church activities and groups.
Frank Moran Worthy Warden		Frank has served as the Worthy Warden for the past several years.  He is very active in the council.
Daryl Schwartz Worthy Inside Guard		Daryl is also a Sir Knight with the Bishop Gallagher Council and finds the time to attend various activities such as the Pancake Breakfast.  Daryl also heads up the rosary chain for our Worthy Council.
Frank Prano Worthy Inside Guard		Frank is a very helpful individual and steps up to assist the council in any way he can.
Bill Ris Worthy Outside Guard		Bill is the man to talk to if you want official St. Anastasia Knights of Columbus gear such as jackets, hats, shirts, etc.  He has also served as a Worthy Outside Guard for the last few years.  Bill enjoys many things such as working on carpentry, coaching, and playing cards.
Jay Spranger Worthy Outside Guard		Jay is a very active Knight and has stepped up to the plate many times to assist with activities such as heading-up the Advent Wreath manufacturing for the 2009 season.
Steve Toth Worthy Trustee 3rd Year		Steve has been an active member of our council for a number of years.  He enjoys working with the council and running our elections.
Richard Prill Worthy Trustee 2nd Year		Richard is Mark Prill's (our Worthy Chaplain) brother.  He loves to volunteer his time to assist the church and attend various Knights of Columbus activities.
Michael Neher Worthy Trustee 1st Year		Mike is an active member in the council and finds the time to donate his time to various activities that generate money for our church, such as the Pancake Breakfast.
John Dunlap Worthy District Deputy		John has the skills required to manage multiple councils, and constantly brings ideas forward to help make the Knights of Columbus become closer to God through various activities such as the rosary chain.