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"trying to do good and stay useful." He notes that his wife, Marion, is still putting up with his philanthropy work, and that his children Arthur Irving '48 will be presented with remain supportive. His daughter, Amy ElizThe Red Triangle Award during an awards abeth is a speech and language therapist, gala on May 4, 2017. This YMCA award is son, David Alexander, is a Merchant Navy given in recognition of long and meritorious Officer of The Watch Deck, and daughter, Jovolunteer service, outstanding contributions hanna Louise, is a hospital pharmacist. David and achievement within the Y or in the says, "I recall the kindness of many shown to community. The recipient of this award has me at RCS. Might drop by some time." been an active volunteer and demonstrated a commitment to the community throughout their lifetime. They have made a difference to Canadian society.
being such an extraordinary ambassador for UNB, going above and beyond in her work. Jennifer has been an international recruiter for the university for the past eight years spending many months travelling the globe each year to bring exceptional students to New Brunswick to live and learn.
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Sharyn (Pass) Tucker '60 contacted us and said she would love to chat with any of the Netherwood girls from her day. Anyone who would like to connect with Sharyn, should contact Jennifer in the Alumni Department at 506-848-9206. David Hanschell '63 sends kind regards from the Isle of Bute, Scotland, where he is
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Mark Vallee '95 and his wife, Colette, were overjoyed to welcome their third child, Anna Marie, on July 11, 2016. Big sister Gia and brother Taylor were very excited and have been great helpers since her arrival. Anna is an adorable granddaughter to Elizabeth and Paul Kitchen (their 10th grandchild). Mark has run a thriving prosthodontic practice in Halifax since 2008, when he completed his specialty training in Prosthodontics and a Masters in Science from the University of Minnesota. He is also an associate professor with the faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University. Mark is an examiner with the National Dental Examination Board of Canada and lectures frequently at dental continuing education courses in various cities. He and Colette will celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary in 2017.
Jennifer Waldschutz '92 received an Honorary Alumna award from UNB for
Peter Hunter '98 and Shannon Walsh Hunter '00 welcomed the arrival of their
John Teed '63 and his wife, Pat, recently met up with Gordie Leslie '63 and his wife, Joanie, in Clearwater, FL. John says they had a great get together, enjoyed lunch at Backwaters GRILL, while reminiscing about their days at RCS. John noted that friend and classmate, Peter Bean '53, was unable to make the annual trek this year. "Great to see and to speak with old classmates after 54 years."