Brother Raymond McManaman Lasallian of the Year
The Brother Raymond McManaman Lasallian of the Year was established in 2016 to honor members of the Lewis community who have unwavering support for athletics and embody the Lasallian values of faith in the presence of God, concern for the poor and social justice, respect for all persons, quality education, and inclusive community.
The award was named after Brother Raymond, a devoted Christian Brother who provided valuable and dedicated leadership and service to Lewis University for over 45 years. He was one of the original seven Christian Brothers to arrive at Lewis in 1960 and served the University in various capacities, most notably as an outstanding professor in the Theology Department. He also served for a time as the Dean of Students. Brother Raymond was presented with the Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award in Spring 2016 for his unparalleled length of service and excellence in teaching and was named an Honorary Founder of Lewis University in Spring 2021. A native of Waukegan, IL, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, a Master of Arts from Seattle University, a Doctor of Ministry from Aquinas Institute of Theology, and a Doctor of Sacred Theology from San Francisco Theological Seminary. Brother Raymond enjoyed reading and following Notre Dame football, the Chicago White Sox, and the Lewis athletic teams, especially the Lewis baseball team.
Winners of the award are voted on each year by the hall of fame selection committee with past winners displayed below.
PAST WINNERS
2025 - Janeen Decharinte
2024 - Pietro Tonino, Md.
2023 - Dr. Ralph Miller
2022 - Larry Wiers
2019 - Neil Carey
2018 - Wayne Draudt
2017 - Paul Ruddy
2016 - Raymond McManaman, FSC
