1 2 C O R D E C H O S P I R I T . M I N D . B O D Y . Eileen Snyder ’64 Friends, co-workers and fellow volunteers all describe Eileen Snyder ‘64 as the consummate professional. Her classmates, however, know that her professionalism is matched by her fun-loving spirit. Eileen spearheaded her SHA 10-year reunion celebration and has been exercising her passion for bringing people together ever since. She has joyfully taken the lead managing subsequent class events, each time drawing in and engaging her classmates to make the planning process nearly as fun as the main event. Eileen’s tireless attention to detail and exhaustive search for lost classmates has helped the class of 1964 stay closely connected with each other and SHA. Her commitment to bringing SHA women together does not stop with the class of 1964. She brings her warmth and sense of hospitality to all SHA events and actively engages members of other classes, parents and current students. Eileen’s meticulous attention to detail goes far beyond her dedication to SHA. Professionally, she excelled in banking, retiring as the Administrative Vice President for the loan review department at First Niagara Bank. Eileen continues to bring her energy and skills to local volunteer organizations, most notably Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight. Serving as treasurer for Honor Flight has allowed her to actively support the mission of recognizing United States Veterans for their sacrifices and achievements by flying them to Washington, D.C. to visit memorials at no cost to the veteran. Precision and joy come together to make Eileen an exceptionally effective volunteer, leader and friend. She has truly maximized her talents in service to others, deeply impacting those she has served and worked with. Susan Kreher Wantuck ’73 Sister Mara Walton, OSF ‘59 has reflected that teaching Susan Kreher Wantuck ‘73 was an education in itself which helped SHA better learn to nurture students with varying abilities. Though deaf, Sue’s attentiveness and determination made up for her physical challenge. As a student athlete, her sense of healthy competition and willingness to push herself proved that no challenge was beyond her reach. The fortitude that brought her success in volleyball, bowling, badminton and basketball served her well as she furthered her education at National Technical Institute for the Deaf at RIT, Gallaudet University and Canisius College. Her expertise in Deaf education led her to teach at St. Mary’s School for the Deaf until her retirement. Since retiring from the classroom, Sue continues to work as an advocate for the d/Deaf and hard of hearing and is a sought after public speaker on the subjects of Deaf culture and cochlear implants. Sports have remained her first love. She actively volunteered at sporting events and tournaments as her sons were growing up and continues to coach volleyball. Donna Mostiller ’78 Those who know Donna Mostiller ‘78 agree that she exemplifies the words attributed to St. Francis, “Preach the Gospel at all times. Use words if necessary.” It was this sentiment that motivated her classmate, Jennifer Walters ‘78 Celebrating Our Best Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart has a legacy of encouraging young women to use their gifts and talents to improve the world. This legacy is seen in our alumnae, and particularly exemplified by the recipients of the 2022 Christus Super Omnia Distinguished Alumna award. Annually, the Christus Super Omnia Distinguished Alumna award is given to graduates who have distinguished themselves in their careers and/or civic and community activities and exemplify the spirit and tradition of Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart, grounded in the Franciscan values.
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