Saint Aloysius School

In 1932, plans were drawn by George Lubrecht to build a new school for the congregation on 8th Street. The cornerstone of the new structure was laid on September 18, 1932 and the building was ready for occupancy in May 1933.

Father Ahmann’s pastorate came to an end in 1949. He had led the parish for more than 42 years. His successor was Father Nicholas Judermanns. During Father Judermann’s tenure, the parish began to suffer the loss of parishioners due to urban flight. By 1950, school enrollment had decreased to 485 pupils. In 1952, the Sisters of St. Francis withdrew from the parish and were replaced by the Sisters of Divine Providence.

In 1979, the decision was made to close St. Aloysius School when only 98 pupils enrolled. The school was renovated into housing for senior citizens. 

From a Facebook post by Michael J. Cook