Mike Colalillo Scholarship of Honor
Mike Colalillo graduated from Denfeld High School in 1944. One year later, while serving in World War II, Colalillo went above and beyond the call of duty leading his men on an attack against enemy forces in Germany.
In the face of savage artillery, machinegun fire, and almost certain death, he was committed to protecting others on the battlefield, and our freedoms here at home. President Truman presented Colalillo the Medal of Honor on December 18, 1945.
Sadly, Mike passed away on December 30th, 2011 at the age of 86. He will be missed by the his community and country.
Recipients
2011
Travis Magdzas with Denfeld High School’s Activities Director, Tom Pearson. Travis is entering into the field of Criminal Justice.
2010
Katrina Engebretson is majoring in Elementary Education.
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2009
2008
The 3rd annual Mike Colalillo Scholarship of Honor was awarded to Frank J. Miller. Frank is pursuing a career in law enforcement.
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2007
The 2007 Mike Colalillo Scholarship of Honor was awarded to Rachel Moe. Rachel is persuing a career in teaching or nursing.
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2006
The first PFC Mike Colalillo Scholarship of Honor was awarded to Nicole Opland in May 2006. Nicole is pursuing a career in education. She is pictured here with Mike Colalillo (r) and his son, Al at the scholarship presentation.
Contributors
5 Star Endowment Contributors
- Guy and Karen Smith, Suburban Electrical Engineers