The 2011 class of the Sayreville War Memorial High School Hall of Fame was inducted during anApril 30 banquet at the VFW Hall on Jernee Mill Road. Inductees were (l-r):
Martin M. Rooney, class of 1989: internationally recognized fitness and martial arts expert; former martial arts trainer for New York Giants and Jets; chief operating officer of Parisi Speed School; frequent contributor to TV sports and fitness publications.
Dr. Ann Marie Szczepanik, class of 1979: research scientist, extensive work in Alzheimer’s disease; graduate of Rutgers University and Rutgers School of Law; active participant in golf and scuba diving; volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.
Dana VanPell-Pastirik, class of 1996: owner of A Step in Time dance studio, Parlin; member New Jersey Tap Ensemble 1995-98; developing dance programs for autistic children.
Derek Wan, class of 1998: graduate of The College of New Jersey; varied internships throughout college; worked at Newsweek Productions in television documentaries; currently working in Los Angeles in production of many current TV shows.
Dr. James E. Applegate, class of 1960: emeritus professor at Rutgers University; research in avian malaria; advisory committee of New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife.
Dr. Toni Beninato, class of 2000: surgeon, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, New York; UMDNJ graduate, 2008; former track star; marathon runner.