dedicated to physical fitness. She graduated from the University of Western Ontario and, following graduation, moved to Toronto where she began a career in accounting and retail management. However, her most important job was raising her family and being a stay-at-home mom. Kathy was extremely supportive of Colin’s career, which included relocations to Connecticut and Louisville, Kentucky. Upon her return to Toronto, she spent many mornings at the Granite Club engaged in various fitness activities, followed by coffee and conversation. It was here where she formed additional friendships and learned about the ‘Love to Ski’ group. When not on the slopes, Kathy loved to travel, spend time at her cottage on Balsam Lake, and dine out with friends and family. Kathy is remembered for her warm, gentle presence, her grace, calm wisdom and remarkable capacity to empathize with those in need. She was an exceptional mother, wife and friend.
to the late Harry and Leona Schaaf. After graduating from Niagara Parks School of Horticulture in Niagara Falls, Don was employed as grounds superintendent at Juniata College in Huntington, PA, then as Superintendent at Cornell Plantations in Ithaca. At George Junior Republic in Freeville, he planned and managed all horticultural activities. Don was active at the American Legion for many years, ending his horticultural career as a groundskeeper with the Park family. He was very involved with the AA program, where he made many friends.
Morrow, Dr. Charles “Bruce” ’39
Smosarski, Olivia M. ’13
Passed away on May 30, 2015 in Dundas, Ontario. Bruce Morrow, beloved husband of Shirley Morrow; loving father and father-in-law of Ron and Cathy, Brian (deceased) and Jeannine, Max and Amity, J.D and Cheryl, Reg and Cheryl (deceased) and grandfather of Donna, Wendy, Jeffery, Nancy, Peter, Stephen, Michelle, Jon, Katie and Jason. Great-grandfather of Taya and Olivia. Survived by his sister Beth McNairn; predeceased by his brother George, and sisters Jean and Sara. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Passed away on May 5, 2015. “Livi Beans” will be forever missed by her mother Belinda Marazzato, her father David Smosarski (Parents of Alumni), and her siblings Ben ’11, Gabrielle and Max. She was greatly loved by her Nonna Maria Marazzato, “Gami” Elizabeth Smosarski, Angela, Domenic, Zias Diane and Adrienne, Zio Danny, her “Bowl the Feet team” cousins Danielle, Marc, Alexandra and Isabella, and a large circle of extended family and friends. Liv also adored and was treasured by Troy Walsh and his family.
Don is survived and missed by brother Gene (Marie) of Ajax, Ontario and nephews Robert and Paul, his children Derek (Tamara), Kristin, Tamsyn (Sverre) Selheim, Garth (Heather) and granddaughters Holly, Hannah and Brittney. He is missed by stepdaughters, Jenny Ruhanen and Jodi Rapone. Also, his faithful companion Venus.
Wright, Alexander ’71 Schaaf, Don Clifton ’55 Passed away peacefully on October 4, 2014 in Ithaca, New York. Born February 2, 1937 in Gary, Indiana 47
Patricia M. Wright Bell (Parents of Alumni). He is survived by brother Gordon, sister Kim and her husband Michael Johnston, uncle to their children Christian (Laura), Benjamin (Shelly), and Patrick (Celine). Great uncle to Coen, Poppy and Harvey Johnston. Stepbrother to Cathy and Court.
Born in Hamilton, Ontario on January 28, 1951, passed away at Bracebridge, Ontario on June 19, 2015. Alex was the son of Thomas W. Wright and
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