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ALUMNI STAFF AT ST. MIKE’S Where are they now?

They’re still here! ___ 7 ___

Alumni inspiring alumni, a virtuous circle ___ 14 ___

ALUMNI MAGAZINE

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Everything is so different, but I haven’t changed ___ 16 ___

WINTER 2017

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VOLUME 21

BLIMEY!

SMCS alumni taking over London ___ 23 ___

CONTACT DIRECTORY St. Michael’s College School: www.stmichaelscollegeschool.com Blue Banner Online: www.mybluebanner.com Basilian Fathers: www.basilian.org

The St. Michael’s College School alumni magazine,

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Blue Banner, is published twice a year. It reflects the

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history, accomplishments, and stories of graduates and its

Advancement Office: advancement@smcsmail.com

purpose is to promote collegiality, respect and Christian values under the direction of the Basilian Fathers.

PRESIDENT:

Fr. Jefferson Thompson, CSB ’79

EDITOR:

Gavin Davidson ’93

Alumni Affairs: alumni@smcsmail.com Archives Office: archives@smcsmail.com Blue Banner Feedback: bluebanner@smcsmail.com Communications Office: md@smcsmail.com Tel: 416-653-3180 (ext. 292)

CO-EDITOR: Michael De Pellegrin ’94

Fax: 416-653-8789 CONTRIBUTORS

E-mail: info@smcsmail.com

Joe Younder ’56, Frank Di Nino ’80, Kimberley Bailey, Stephanie Nicholls, Peter Fillman

• Admissions (ext. 195) • Advancement (ext. 118) • Alumni Affairs (ext. 273) • Archives (ext. 457)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Arena (ext. 422)

President’s Message

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• Chief Operating Officer (ext. 239)

Alumni Association Message

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• Communications (ext. 292)

Editor’s Letter

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• Finance (ext. 117)

Letters to the Editor

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• Main Reception (ext. 0)

Where are they now? They’re still here!

Alumni from across six decades working at St. Mike’s 7 Securing our future by giving back: John Walsh ’73 13

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• Mporium – School Store (ext. 431) • Property Manager (ext. 129) • President – Fr. Jefferson Thompson, CSB ’79 (ext. 174)

Alumni inspiring alumni, a virtuous circle

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• Principal – Mr. Greg Reeves ’73 (ext. 139)

Everything is so different, but I haven’t changed!

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• Vice Principal – Mr. Emile John ’87 (ext. 156)

Double Blue pictorial: Turkey Roll

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• Vice Principal – Mr. David Lee ’94 (ext. 179)

Blue Banner reader survey results

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Blimey! St. Mike’s alumni are taking over London

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Where are they now

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St. Michael’s Buzzers Alumni Update

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In Memoriam

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On the Cover: Alumni staff members gather for a group photo. Approximately 40% of school staff and faculty are alumni.

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear St. Michael’s Alumni and Friends, Would you agree that the hearts of St. Michael's alumni would burn to ponder such a story?

Generations of St. Michael's Men were educated and formed by the Basilian Fathers in the building that was constructed in 1902 along Bay Street as an addition to the Clover Hill campus of St. Michael's College, a new wing that rose intentionally to house St. Michael's College School. And generations of SMCS alumni returned to visit and thank their Alma Mater at many ceremonies of pride and joy in this building on Clover Hill. Now, none of us is surprised because we understand the many good reasons why this building was bursting at the seams halfway into the twentieth century.

And so it came to pass that a few yellow bricks were stacked upon each other at the corner of Bathurst and St. Clair in 1950 to raise a new landmark and inaugurate a new era in the Basilian Catholic education and formation of St. Michael's Men. The Tower rose tall and strong, and was immediately looked up to as the symbol for everything good that was going into and coming out of the ‘new’ St. Michael's College School. But it was Fr. Norman Fitzpatrick, CSB's historic vision to reach back as much as it strived forward when he was inspired, with the generous support and assistance of the SMCS Alumni Association, to salvage the Students' Entrance Arch from the Clover Hill school building in the nick of time before its demolition in 1971. Fr. Fitz understood, as we students and alumni also came to understand, that the relocation of the Arch on Bathurst Street not so much established but rather maintained the unbroken, daily history and tradition of St. Michael's Men entering and leaving the school. The hollowed concrete step that found its way from the Bay Street Arch to the selfsame Bathurst Street Arch speaks eloquently for the generations of SMCS students who understand and appreciate the significance of following in the hallowed footsteps of SMCS alumni before them. And when we see beautiful images of the Tower framed by the Arch, we behold in a moment the Archangel's protection of St. Michael's Men through all of time from 1852 until the present. And thus the genius of Fr. Fitz ensured that the important significance of the past was never to be forgotten or lost in the exuberant achievements of the present.

But then it came to pass in 2006 that the Grade 12 Graduation Ceremony moved out from Holy Rosary Church (where the Graduation Mass is still celebrated to this day) and back into the yellow bricks at 1515. The Exercises of the day closed with the Graduating Class processing ceremonially through the Arch. Suddenly, as these things go, all of time since 1852 stopped, took a deep breath, and at

once continued and began again anew, because instinctively, magically, miraculously, almost overnight a new SMCS tradition was born among current students and recent alumni, proclaiming that, since the dawn of our time, no student passes under the Arch until his Graduation Day when he emerges from it onto Bathurst Street and into the world which he will change through his life of faith, character, and service.

The St. Michael's Arch, both an architectural gem and a powerful symbol – Double Blue spirituality that is always grounded in reality – first served as a doorway in and for the vibrant present, and then it came to link the ages by reminding us how the riches of the past continue to flow into and shape the blessings of the present, and it has now become a portal leading into the bright future of every St. Michael’s Man. Is this merely the serendipity of fortuitous happenstance (to coin a phrase!), or is it rather the providential, guiding, loving hand of God writing our St. Michael's story in our very living of it, a story whose dramatis personae always include students and alumni alike.

Is it not, then, both a natural and a special calling for our students, who look forward to their emergence from the Arch into the world, to feel warmly welcomed back by the same Arch as alumni who bring the world of teaching and learning into the home of yellow bricks and new generations of St. Michael's Men? In this issue of the Blue Banner, we celebrate the stories, experiences, and perspectives of precisely these alumni who have chosen to answer the call to illuminate our classrooms, hallways, fields, and courts with their vocation of education and leadership.

Do you not agree that the hearts of St. Michael's alumni, regardless of age or era, understand why they are burning while reading such a story?

Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom, pray for us.

St. Michael, pray for us.

Sincerely in Christ,

Fr. Jefferson Mark Thompson, CSB ’79 President

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MESSAGE

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

pair of Grade 7 students. All the students on hand directed and answered questions, providing a very welcoming and informative environment. The evening provided reassurance that sending your son to SMCS provides an unparalleled level of education and growth. It is a strong reminder of how blessed we are to be St. Mike’s boys.

Dear Alumni, Since last writing to you, I am pleased to report that the Young Alumni Networking event was a big success.

Alumni from a variety of industries met with more than seventy university students to discuss possible career options and the feedback received was extremely positive. It is our hope to hold similar events a few times a year.

In keeping with the mentorship and networking theme, we continue to connect alumni with other alumni mentors.

Connections have been made in the banking and accounting industry, web design, sports management, agriculture, and more. Clearly there is a need for this type of activity and we are always looking for ways to expand.

I have often said that the parents of our students are highly committed to the success of SMCS and I recently had the opportunity to witness this first hand. On November 17, the Parents’ Association held their annual fashion show, The Gift of Glamour. What a fabulous evening. We wined and dined and were treated to a truly glamourous show. Approximately 600 people attended this event, most of them women, and I hope to see many more alumni in attendance next year. I am so impressed by the willingness and participation of our parents and students at all events. Well done and thank you to all the dedicated organizing committees!

I also had the opportunity to attend the open house for prospective students and their familes. What a classy event.

The formal part of the evening was hosted by a confident

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The number of alumni currently working at the school as educators, administrators, and support staff provide further evidence of the uniqueness of a St. Mike’s education.

This special issue of the Blue Banner takes a closer look not only at who has returned to work at the school, but why.

One theme is consistent throughout – St. Michael’s is a very special place.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments. Better still, why not come out to one of our meetings or events?

God Bless,

Frank Di Nino ’80 President, SMCSAA

PAST PRESIDENTS Marc Montemurro ’93

William Metzler ’65

Frank Glionna ’53 †

Josh Colle ’92

John Bonvivere ’50 †

George Cormack ’49

Romeo Milano ’80

Michael Duffy ’65

Richard Wakely ’64 †

Peter Thurton ’81

Ross Robertson ’64

Gordon Ashworth ’45 †

Dennis Caponi Jr. ’86

William Rosenitsch ’57

Peter D’Agostino ’42 †

Rob Grossi ’72

Paul Thomson ’65

G.J. McGoey ’58 †

Paul Grossi ’69

John G. Walsh ’58 †

Paul McNamara ’40 †

Daniel Brennan ’70

Frank Thickett ’57

Joseph Primeau ’28 †

John McCusker ’57

W. Frank Morneau ’59

Dick Foster ’30 †

Dear Readers, It will most likely come as a surprise to absolutely none of our readers when I tell you there are many reasons St. Michael’s College School is a special place. However, it did come as a surprise to me when I learned that one of the things that makes St. Mike’s so special is that close to 40 per cent of the faculty and staff are graduates of the school.

The ongoing involvement of alumni in all aspects of St. Mike’s life speaks to the quality of education they received while at the school and the strength of the bonds within our community. Returning to work at the school, whether as an educator or an administrator, speaks to something even stronger, and felt it was worth taking a closer look.

Accordingly, this special issue focuses on alumni currently working in a variety of roles at St. Mike’s. Inside, you will find a comprehensive list of those alumni and their responsibilities. (Where are they now? They’re still here!, p.7), an exploration into the symbiotic relationship that exists between the school and returning alumni, (Alumni inspiring alumni, a virtuous circle, p.14), and a discussion regarding what has changed and what has remained the same since their time as students (Everything is so different, but I haven’t changed, p.15).

Not only do we have alumni doing great things on campus, but across the country and, throughout the world. You can see it in those alumni that made a difference in their lives in this edition of ‘In Memoriam’ (p.31), and you can see it in those alumni, both recently and not so recently graduated, who are making a difference in the world right now.

I’m happy to report that this edition of ‘Where are they now’ (p.26) is packed full of exactly such examples.

When it comes to the ‘London Five’, the answer to where are they now is, ‘in the U.K.’ I was privileged to be able to sit down to interview these alumni, at the aptly named Maple Leaf Pub in central London last September (Blimey!

St. Mike’s alumni taking over London, p.21). Each member of the London Five had a great, and different, story as to why they ended up in the UK and what they have been doing since decamping from Canada.

But their stories had one thing in common - the same things that all the stories in this magazine share in common – each of these individuals is a proud and caring St. Michael’s man, dedicated to living their lives according to the Basilian ideals of ‘Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge’, and dedicated to making a difference, both within these walls and beyond.

Speaking of making a difference, you may notice some differences in this latest issue of the Blue Banner. Working with the good folks at Crunch Media, we have updated the overall design of the magazine while continuing to push for more pictures throughout – so if you are sending us news, be sure to include a picture!

Less obvious, but no less monumental, are changes to when you receive the Banner. Based primarily on the results of our recent survey (p.22), we have changed to a Winter/Summer distribution schedule to better fit with the annual calendar of alumni events.

If you’d like to share your thoughts about these changes – or anything else for that matter - drop me a line at bluebanner@smcsmail.com. I don’t just love writing letters, I love reading them.

Welcome to Winter 2017!

Gavin Davidson ’93 Editor

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR DEAR EDITOR,

DEAR EDITOR, I would like to take a few moments to remember the late Bill Dineen ’52. It was 1951-52 and we were boarders at Tweedsmuir House. I was 14. Bill was 18. I looked up to him like he was a big brother. In the second floor bathroom there were four or five sinks. I always tried to get the sink next to him. He was captain of the Majors and his nickname was Whipper (you guess Foxy came later). I think he felt like an older brother to me. It was a joyous day when he gave me his #9 jersey, complete with holes in the elbows. Later, he gave me a pair of his used ‘tacks’ with about an 1/8 of an inch of black still on them. To me, Bill was a great guy.

Richard ‘Dick’ Aubry ’55 ED’S REPLY: Thanks for the touching memories, Richard.

Many people felt the same about Bill.

DEAR EDITOR, Enclosed is the obituary for my brother, John Prendergast ‘48 who sadly passed away September 4, 2016. I’ve also included a letter he wrote to the Banner that was included in the Fall 2009 issue. He always enjoyed receiving the Banner and had a stash of past copies that had articles he cared about.

Petie (Prendergast) Thickett ED’S REPLY: Very sorry to hear about your brother. We have included his obituary in the In Memoriam section of this issue. Many thanks for including the 2009 letter, which was a great read from before my time at the Blue Banner.

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I was saddened to read in the Spring/Summer 2016 edition of the Blue Banner of the passing of Terry Gorman ’63.

We were teammates on the Kerry Blues and opponents for four years - Terry played at St. Francis Xavier for legendary coach Don Loney and I went on to play for Bob Hayes at Saint Mary's University. Please pass on my sincere condolences to Jill, Terry's children and brother John.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

THEY’RE STILL HERE! ALUMNI FROM ACROSS SIX DECADES WORKING AT ST. MIKE’S

Paul Puma ’63 ED’S REPLY: Thank you for the message, memories, and condolences, Paul.

DEAR EDITOR, I just want to make sure you know about the death of John Davies ’43, on July 25, 2016 -- and the earlier death of John Butler ’43 several years ago, in Deep River, Ontario. They both graduated from the Bay Street School and entered Honours Chemistry at the University of Toronto, where I was one of their classmates. They both graduated and eventually earned their PhDs, before being recruited by AECL in Blind River and moving to Deep River. I had some correspondence with them over the years, but unfortunately we were never able to visit personally. I knew that John Davies had not been well lately, but was surprised and sorry to learn that he had died. I also did not know, until I saw his obituary, that he was Professor Emeritus at McMaster University. I do not have a copy of The Tower from 1943, but I am certain that they were listed as a pair of outstanding students in the Old School.

Vernon Mulhall ’41 ED’S REPLY: Thank you for providing this information and interesting details from the 40s, Vernon. Always great to hear from you. You will find the obituary for John Davies in this edition of In Memoriam.

FR. JOHN MALO ’66 Current Position: Director of Pastoral Care Previous: Teacher, Dean of Students, Vice President, Grade 7-8 Guidance Counsellor Co-curriculars: Rugby Coach Education: BA, B.Ed, MDiv Returned Home: 1972-74, 2006 Inspired to return by: The many positive experiences I had here as a student and the many wonderful Basilians that strongly influenced me.

Need to know: I knew I wanted to return to St. Mike’s as soon as I graduated.

GREG REEVES ’73 Current Position: Principal Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: N/A Education: BA, B.Ed, M.Ed in Science and Administration, 57 additional education courses Returned Home: 2015 Inspired to return by: It was a phone call from Fr. Thompson, CSB ’79.

Need to know: Student memories include my experiences in the play, the band, and as captain of the Buzzers, while trying to balance my studies.

PAUL BARRY ’73 Current Position: Teacher, Department Head History Previous: History Teacher Co-curriculars: Cross Country coach, Track and Field coach Education: BA, B.Ed., University of Toronto Returned Home: 1978 Inspired to return by: Maintained connection with the school through coaching Cross Country at SMCS while attending U of T.

JOHN WALSH ’73 Current Position: Teacher - Grade 11 Biology, Grade 10 Science Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Activities Coordinator, U14 Hockey Coach, morning announcements Education: BPHE, B.Ed, M.Ed (University of Toronto) Returned Home: 1992 Inspired to return by: Jack Fenn, OSM ’54 Need to know: The St. Michael’s faith community has been an important part of my life for a long time.

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MAURICE PASQUALI ’79 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Track & Field Education: Hons. BA, B.Ed Returned Home: 2002 Inspired to return by: It was my well-rounded experience as a student.

Need to know: Being part of the St. Mike’s community is important to me because of the camaraderie and the fact we always strive for excellence.

FR. JEFFERSON THOMPSON, CSB ’79 Current Position: Teacher Previous: Teacher Co-curriculars: Athletic Teams Chaplain Education: BA, MA, MDIV, MA, M.Ed Returned Home: 2002-05, 2014 Inspired to return by: My Basilian confrères.

Need to know: My Grade 13 Calculus exam seriously?!!

GREG HOOK ’80 Current Position: Chief Operating Officer Previous: Accounting, Controller, Chief Financial Officer Co-curriculars: N/A Education: BA, MA (Economics) Returned Home: 1996–2005, 2015 Inspired to return by: A desire to assist the Basilian Fathers.

Need to know: Don’t stand near the gym balcony!

ROBERT TUNNEY ’81 Current Position: Arena Manager Previous: Arena Operator, Assistant Arena Manager, Acting Property Manager Co-curriculars: N/A Education: 1982 Honours Diploma in Facilities Management (Humber College) Returned Home: 1982 Inspired to return by: Former arena manager Gerry Fullan asked me, “Rob, are you interested in coming home?”

Need to know: I act as a conduit between the school community and the teams that utilize the facilities. I also act as a true ambassador of St. Michael’s, promoting the school to all I come in contact with and sharing my affinity and love for St. Mike’s.

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KIRT CHARTER ’82 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Moderator - Stock Market Club, Jr. Basketball Head Coach, Track & Field Sprint and Hurdles Coach Education: Hons. BA (Queen's University), Teacher Education Program (D'Youville College, Buffalo, N.Y.) Returned Home: 2005 Inspired to return by: The importanceof giving back to an institution that has been very good to me.

Need to know: The bar has been set high by many of my former teachers. I try my best to do my part to uphold the tradition I experienced, by always putting the students first and not being afraid to show them I care.

FRANK TRENTADUE ’84 Current Position: Guidance Counsellor Previous: Teacher - English, Religion, Careers Co-curriculars: Varsity Football Head Coach Education: BA, B.Ed (St. Francis Xavier University) Returned Home: 1989 Inspired to return by: Respect for the many great teachers I had as a student.

Need to know: I would much rather ‘tell a story’.

CHRIS DE PIERO ’87 Current Position: Director of Athletics Previous: Teacher, Head Coach & GM St. Michael's Buzzers Co-curriculars: N/A Education: BPHE (University of Toronto), B.Ed (Ontario Institute of Studies in Education) Returned Home: 1999 Inspired to return by: I found the idea of returning 'home' inspirational.

Need to know: The teachers that most impacted my education at St. Mike’s were Joe Younder ’56, Pat Monahan ’63, Mike Colle ’64, and Ed Brylowski ’65

FRANCESCO BAZZOCCHI ’83 Current Position: Head of the Theology Department Previous: Assistant Head of Theology Department Co-curriculars: Grade 11 Service Day, Grade 12 Retreat, Mental Health Committee, St. Mike’s Majors Co-Coach, Director of the SMCS Grade 12 Street Patrol, Leadership Coordinator, Destination Imagination Director, Rugby Coach Education: Hons. BA, M.Ed Returned Home: 2001 Inspired to return by: I was very involved as director of the hockey school for years and always had a dream of being a teacher at St. Michael's College School.

Need to know: Being part of the St. Michael’s community is important to me for a very simple but profound reason – it is like family.

JOHN VELLA ’85 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: U14 Soccer Coach, Debate Club Moderator, Assistant Head - Math Department, Past President / Current Vice President SMCS Teachers Association, Joint Health and Safety Committee Co-Chair Education: BA, Mathematics & Christianity and Culture (University of St. Michael’s College) Returned Home: 1995 Inspired to return by: Teaching with the Basilians.

Need to know: I'm fortunate that my vocation is my job. I get to work and play with people who value the same things I value.

EMILE JOHN ’87 Current Position: Vice Principal Previous: Teacher – Math, Biology, Physics Co-curriculars: Track and Field coach, Basketball coach Education: BSc; MA University of Toronto Returned Home: 1995

CHRIS CALLAGHAN ’83 Current Position: Core Classroom Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Intermediate Intramural Education: BPHE (University of Toronto), B.Ed (Queen’s University) Returned Home: 1998 Inspired to return by: Opening of the intermediate programme.

Need to know: Great stories can’t be shared.

MIKE ROSS ’86 Current Position: Teacher – Math, History Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Football and Golf Coach Education: BA, B.Ed (Queen's University) Returned Home: 2000 Inspired to return by: There was a great opportunity presented.

Need to know: I believe SMCS is a fantastic place that provides an excellent mix of high academic standards and valuable co-curriculars.

JEFF ZOWNIR ’88 Current Position: Teacher Physical & Health Education, Science Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Varsity Basketball, Baseball, Eastern Europe Trip Education: M.Ed, B.Ed, BPHE Returned Home: 1995 Inspired to return by: Knowing that if I wanted to teach and coach, St. Mike's was the only place I wanted to be.

Need to know: So many influential people in my life were and are at St. Mike's. I hope that I can help positively influence others in the same way.

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ALEX FRESCURA ’92 Current Position: Associate Director of Admissions & Athletics Previous: Teacher, Coach Co-curriculars: Joint Health & Safety Committee, Lacrosse Coach Education: BKin, B.Ed, MSc Returned Home: 2002 Inspired to return by: Teaching and sport injury clinic development.

Need to know: The traditions will be safe. Alumni staffers will continue the work of the Basilians as generational stewards of a St. Michael's education.

MATTHEW PAGANO ’92 Current Position: Teacher - Intermediate Division, Curriculum Developer, Department Head Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Varsity Lacrosse Coach, U14 Hockey Coach Education: BPHE, B.Ed, M.Ed Returned Home: 1998 Inspired to return by: I have spent all of my life as a member of this community. The community itself and its Basilian tradition were most inspirational.

Need to know: I first knew I wanted to be a coach and teacher while watching my father, Vince Pagano (Honorary 2000), coach Kirt Charter ’82 on the volleyball court as a kid.

MICHAEL DE PELLEGRIN ’94 Current Position: Director of Communications Previous: Communications Officer, Hockey Coach Co-curriculars: Yearbook Moderator, Archives Education: University of Ottawa, BA Returned Home: 1998 Inspired to return by: A desire to give back and to ensure future generations had the same experience I did.

Need to know: It is important to stand up for what you believe in, look after the less fortunate, and work hard.

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ROBERT FANTILLI ’94 Current Position: Teacher – Math, Religion Previous: Teacher - History Co-curriculars: Chess Club Moderator, Financial Literacy Club Moderator, U14 Soccer Coach, Community Service Coordinator, Graduation/Academic Awards Committee, Student Government Assistant Moderator, Prefect Assistant Moderator Education: PhD Returned Home: 2012 Inspired to return by: Christian roots, ability to preach the gospel and instil gospel values in young men, giving back to SMCS, of course.

Need to know: It is an answer to God's call to preach the Good News and to bring others into the fold. I want students to know that there is a God who loves them and created them for a specific plan and purpose, and that they can call on Him anytime, as He is shaping them for His good, even through the difficult moments life has in store.

DAVID LEE ’94 Current Position: Vice Principal Previous: Teacher – History, English, Law Co-curriculars: Jr. Hockey Coach Education: Hons. BA (History), B.Ed (Queen's University) Returned Home: 1999 Inspired to return by: My love of the school and teaching.

Need to know: I am able to identify with our students because I have been where they are - literally. Some of their current teachers taught me as well. Their growth and the men they will become reflect on me as an alumnus.

PAUL FITZPATRICK ’95 Current Position: Teacher - Grade 10, 11,12 History Previous: History Teacher, Varsity Coach Co-curriculars: Varsity Cross Country Coach and Varsity Track & Field Coach Education: Hons. BA, B.Ed (Queen's University) Returned Home: 2012 Inspired to return by: Having coached Varsity Cross Country, Hockey, and Track & Field at another school, I was in contact with St. Mike's coaches and colleagues through competition. Individuals like Frank Bergin encouraged me to return to St. Mike’s to teach and coach.

Need to know: Too many stories to tell!

DANIEL LUMSDEN '96 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-Curriculars: Head coach Junior Varsity Football, Assistant Senior Basketball Coach, Advisor of the DECA Club (business students) Education: BBA, BIS (St. Francis Xavier University), B.Ed, M.Ed, PhD (Candidate) (University of Toronto) Returned Home: 2003 Inspired by: My experience as a student and the community.

Need to know: When I transferred to St. Mike's as a student, I really got a sense of the positive environment, support, and community that surrounds our place.

MARK VIOLA ’97 Current Position: Teacher – Visual Arts, Educational Technology Integration Leader Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Development of a Grade 7-8 coding programme.

Education: BA , B.Ed. (York University), MET (UBC) Returned Home: 2002 Inspired to return by: My desire to give back to SMCS. Need to know: When I was in Grade 9, I almost failed math. I made it my mission to get better, through hard work and practice. With the help of Mr. Bergin and Mr. Narducci, I became an ‘A’ math student and went on to study mathematics at university.

PETER ZAVODNY ’97 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Sr. Soccer Coach, Head Moderator of DECA (school business club) Education: Princeton University, York University, Waterloo University Returned Home: 2010 Inspired to return by: A colleague from the school where I was teaching.

Need to know: The most important lesson I learned at St. Mike’s, one I pass on to my students, is the role of God in our lives.

MARK PULLA ’99 Current Position: Teacher - French Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Rumba Squad instructor Education: BA, B.Ed Returned Home: 2004 Inspired to return by: The opportunity to give back.

Need to know: I think it is important to share with my students stories of struggling to learn, but succeeding in doing so.

KEVIN SHAUGHNESSY ’00 Current Position: Teacher - Grade 7 Geography, Grade 8 History, Grade 12 Law, Religion, Physical & Health Education Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Varsity Kerry Blues Football Coach, Jr. Varsity Blue Gaels Lacrosse Coach, Law Society Education: Hons. BA (University of Toronto), B.Ed (York University) Returned Home: 2007 Inspired to return by: SMCS staff and coaches.

Need to know: This community provided so much for me as a student, so I want to give back and help provide opportunities for my current students.

ADRIAN SPAGNOLO ’02 Current Position: Science and Healthy Active Living Education Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Varsity Rugby Coach, Snowboarding Coach, Moderator of Fishing Club, Director of Outdoor Education Education: Hons. BA in Kinesiology Returned Home: 2010 Inspired to return by: Former teachers.

Need to know: Stories I don’t share with current students include Hawaiian shirt day and the 214 Vince Pagano (Honorary 2000) days.

NOEL DI TOSTO ’99 Current Position: Teacher - Math Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Jr. Soccer, DECA, private guitar lessons Education: University of Toronto Returned Home: 2015 Inspired to return by: The school gave me a lot and I want to return the favour to the next generation.

Need to know: SMCS has a great philosophy of education. The community treats the teachers and staff with respect.

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ANGUS DINELEY ’03 Current Position: Teacher - English Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Varsity Lacrosse Coach, Snowboarding Coach, St. Michael's Man Initiative Education: Hons. BA, B.Ed (Canisius College), MA (University of Toronto) Returned Home: 2011 Inspired to return by: The opportunity to coach and interact with former mentors.

Need to know: I believe in what we provide to our students and what it means to go to school here.

LARRY LAGAMBA '05 Current Position: Teacher – French, History, Civics Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Swim Team, First Aid Education: B.A (Hons), B.Ed Returned Home: 2012 Inspired to return by: Dr. Terence Sheridan ‘89, Elizabeth McDougall, Clemente Grassi ‘63-’64, and the tradition of excellence at SMCS. Need to know: I knew I wanted to be a teacher after having participated in the SMCS Community Outreach program in Grade 11 and 12.

SECURING OUR FUTURE

BY GIVING BACK: JOHN WALSH ’ 73 St. Michael’s College School is fortunate to receive support from the Teachers’ Association, which makes an annual donation on behalf of the SMCS faculty. However, there are faculty members who choose to financially support the school beyond these donations, or by volunteering their

STEPHEN ANTOLIN ’05 Current Position: Teacher - Grade 8 and Grade 10 English, Religion, Physical & Health Education Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Cross Country Coach, U14 Hockey Coach, U14 Track & Field Coach, Grade 7 and 8 Outdoor Education Camps, Outdoor Education Camp Senior Leader Education: M.Ed Returned Home: 2013 Inspired to return by: The direction and vision of the school under Terence Sheridan ’89 and the need for gainful employment.

Need to know: It is through co-curricular involvement I believe the boys come to learn the most about themselves, their peers, and their environments.

TYLER HILL ’05 Current Position: Teacher Previous: N/A Co-curriculars: Table Tennis Coach, Baseball Coach Education: BA in Education Returned Home: 2016 Inspired to return by: David Lee ’94 Need to know: Always do your best and carry yourself in all communities as you would within these walls.

CARLO TRENTADUE ’09 Current Position: Teacher - Core Grade 7, Grade 10 English Previous: Community Volunteer Coach, Maintenance Assistant Co-curriculars: Jr. Varsity Football Coach Education: Hons. BA - English, History, and Media Studies (University of Toronto, St. Michael's College), B.Ed (University of Ontario Institute of Technology) Returned Home: 2016 Inspired to return by: St. Michael's has been a second home to me throughout my entire life. It only felt natural to return to the place that has given me so much.

Need to know: I will never forget being part of the first team to achieve a ‘three-peat’ as Metro Bowl Champions.

MAXWELL MOFFAT ’11 Current Position: Accounting Clerk Previous: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Co-curriculars: Assisting with Sr. Rugby Education: Bachelor of Commerce (Major in Accounting) Returned Home: 2015 Inspired to return by: The opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a comfortable and well-known environment and the possibility of training with the rugby programme again.

Need to know: I’ve known I wanted to return to St. Mike’s since my final year of university, when I was preparing to send out job applications.

personal time at events like Homecoming or Turkey Roll.

John Walsh ’73, has spent 30 years at St. Michael’s, both as a student and an employee, and has been supporting the school’s various financial projects since 1995. “St. Michael’s has been a part of my life for a long time,” says Walsh.

“I understand firsthand the impact that being part of the school, and the community can have on all aspects of a person’s life.”

Walsh says that he has had St. Michael’s in his blood even before he became a student. He remembers, while in elementary school, he came to St. Mike’s to watch a relative,

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we are asking our families to support and trust us with the development of their children, we have to show that we believe in the same system.”

He also feels it is a unique and tremendous privilege to work and practice ones’ faith in the same community, especially in the Basilian tradition. “By donating on a regular basis, it is

was infectious,” he says. “I knew even before I stepped

an opportunity to show that the faculty are fully invested in

through the door that St. Michael’s was the place for me.

what we do here at St. Michael’s,” he says.

I just never imagined it was going to be for life!”

In conclusion, Walsh states, “if you lined up all of the During Walsh’s time as a student, he played for the Sr. Kerry

students I graduated with and asked which of them would

Blues, and was involved in the soccer and track and field

return and teach here for the last 25 years, I don’t think I

teams. After coaching in the CFL, Walsh returned to

would the first person that comes to mind.”

St. Mike’s as a faculty memeber, currently teaching science, and coaches the U14 team. Walsh also serves as Activities Coordinator for the After School Matters Programme, which offers a variety of co-curricular activities for all grade levels.

Perhaps, but Walsh is definitely a great example of how St. Michael’s continues to secure our future by giving back.

He was previously on the coaching staff of the Kerry Blues, and a moderator of the Student Government. John also plans after-school clubs, he facilitates the student led Daily Blue

Ross Asaro ’06 (Head Strength and Conditioning Coach)

the tradition of the Basilian Fathers, Walsh believes “when

Tom Polanic ’62, play hockey and football. “The spirit

the Activities Fair in the fall, which encourages students to join

Also currently working at the school are:

As St. Michael’s fulfills its mission of educating young men in

video morning announcements, and, with the administration, organizes Christmas in the Courtyard. Walsh was also responsible for the creation of the St. Michael’s medallion that is given to each student upon entering St. Mike’s.

smcsgive.com For more information on the various ways to give to St. Michael’s please visit smcsgive.com. There is information for donating stock, US and UK resident giving, and much more!

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Close

to

40

per

cent

of

current

St. Michael’s employees - including teachers, educators, and administrators - are themselves alumni of the school. This not only provides educational and reputational benefits to the student body and school respectively, it also speaks volumes

Fr. Rocco Volpe, CSB '48

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return to the school by “the spiritual direction (he) received from the Basilian Fathers”, feels the presence of so many alumni “speaks to the positive impact of the school,” while also contributing to “a strong sense of community and positive energy.”

Like Malo, Chief Operating Officer Greg Hook ’80, who

about the quality of education and

has experienced great success beyond the walls of

experience

St. Mike’s, felt compelled to return in order to “pay back the

obtained

by

students

at

St. Michael’s. Furthermore, it creates a

Current president Fr. Jefferson Thompson, CSB ’79,

Basilian Fathers.” Deeply involved in planning the strategic

bond amongst faculty, and between faculty

who came home to lead the school in 2014, after originally

direction of the school, Hook feels two of the main benefits of

and students, that adds to the unique

returning as a teacher from 2002-05, and principal Greg

hiring alumni are that “they know what a Basilian education

qualities of a St. Michael’s education.

Reeves ’73, who returned in 2015 - at the behest of

means” and are able to “keep the history alive.”

Fr. Thompson - both compare returning to St. Michael’s to Looking at the list of names that influenced

“coming home.”

the current crop of alumni teachers and Thompson welcomes the large number of returning alumni

feels it essential to have alumni staff, particularly at this

like taking a stroll through the SMCS

with open arms, feeling it speaks to a sense of “brotherhood

juncture in the school’s history, “because as the number of

teaching hall of fame: Barry ’73, Bergin,

and unbroken tradition” at the school, while providing

Basilian educators diminishes, it is important for alumni

Brylowski ’65, Chittle, Colle ’64,

“proof of the school as the foundation for life,” and helping

educated in the Basilian tradition to be able to testify to their

Di Pinto ’67, Dignan ’59, Dudzinski,

to ensure “a St. Michael’s Man is the face of Jesus Christ.”

experience - similar to the apostolic succession in the Church

Foy ’48, Forbes, Frances, Grassi ‘63-’64,

Similarly, Reeves feels it demonstrates that “we are proud of whom we educate and they are proud to give back to an institu-

John ’87, Kennedy, Lavelle ’55, Lee

tion that cares about them.” He believes having so many alumni

Tunney cherishes the times “students ask you to share stories

’94, McDougall, Narducci, McKernan

on staff benefits the school and the students by providing “role

of when you were at SMCS” and feels there is “no better

’78,

models whom understand the culture and expectations.”

role model to aspiring students than an alumnus who is able

’63,

Pagano (Honorary 2000), Pietrkiewicz,

Christ.”

to share his experience of what a Basilian education meant

Pignetti, Prendergast, Ribarich, Ronan ’41,

Perhaps no one on staff is better able to relate to current

Sheridan ’89, Smith, Smyth, Sweeney,

students than recent graduate Maxwell Moffat ’11, who

Thompson ’79, Volpe ’48, Younder

works in the accounting department. He believes his alumni

This is a sentiment echoed by long-serving teacher Frank

’56, Zanardo, and Zinger.

status “has made it easier for students to connect with him

Trentadue ’84, who states it "was important to me as a

due to their understanding that just a couple of years ago I

student, and is just as important now, that all teachers have

much.” He also echoes his father’s thoughts on the ability of

This in itself is not surprising. Great teach-

was in their shoes.” Indeed, Moffat feels alumni staff are key

the ability to impact the lives of others”. He feels alumni are

alumni to “completely understand and see how impactful

ers inspire students everywhere, all the

to maintaining a consistent culture, “returning alumni can

best positioned to have this impact as they “are well aware

and rich the St. Mike’s tradition is, while carrying on the

time. Take another look at the paragraph

relate to the daily student struggles because we were those

of the traditions and mission of the school and possess a

traditions that have been passed down for years” and

above, and something else becomes

boys”. He says “alumni have a special connection to the

certain level of comfort (with students) knowing that we have

likewise believes “inspiring alumni to come back and be

obvious – the number of inspirational

student - as we matured and were taught in the same

once gone through the same things that they are currently

staff members illustrates how impactful and significant the

teachers who were also students of

classrooms.” We experienced the same high school culture.

going through.” Equally important, according to Trentadue,

SMCS community is.”

St. Mike’s. The same thing is happening

Most importantly, at one point or another, we grew through

is that “the value of their education is held in such high

right now, benefitting both the current crop of students and of

similar mistakes and learning opportunities here at SMCS.”

esteem that they wish to give back to the community that had

“People always ask what does it mean to be at

a shaping force in their lives.”

St. Mike's,” says Greg Hook. “It’s difficult to answer, but best

Fr. Ed Ronan, CSB ‘41

St. Michael’s College School. It is a virtuous circle whereby

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Dr. Terence Sheridan ‘89

where the apostles were able to testify to the teachings of

Guerriere ’47, Hibberd ’58, Holmes,

Monahan

Joe Younder ‘56

Also inspired to return by the Basilians was long-time

staff members to return to St. Michael’s is

McKinnon,

Fr. Neil Hibberd, CSB ‘58

St. Michael’s Arena Manager Robert Tunney ’81. He

Enright ’42, Fenn ’54, Fifield, Fischer,

Fr. Dennis Foy, CSB ‘48

Paul Dignan ‘58

to him in his growth as a person.” feels “St. Michael’s has been a second home to me all my life and it was natural to return to the place that has given me so

alumni return to the school as educators in order to inspire the

But the bond is not restricted to the recently graduated. In a

next generation of students, some of whom are so inspired that

similar vein, St. Michael’s most senior alumni staff member,

Frank Trentadue should know, as his son Carlo ’09 is

where he went to school, he usually answers St. Mike’s, not

they themselves return as educators, thus extending the cycle.

Fr. John Malo, CSB ’66, who was himself motivated to

currently a teacher at St. Michael’s. Not surprisingly, Carlo

the university he attended.”

summed up by this: When you ask a St. Michael's grad

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EVERYTHING IS SO DIFFERENT, BUT I HAVEN’T CHANGED!

economic and sociocultural diversity when compared to brother Basilian schools, and is proud of the school’s success in maintaining a very generous Bursary Programme.

The more they stay the same...

While Frank Trentadue ’84 agrees that “the types of students have changed for sure,” he feels that the

hallways may seem less crowded is that there are fewer

goals and traditions have remained consistent, while

Basilians roaming them these days – although both state that

(the students) have remained the same as per the values

the core values espoused and spirit of community enjoyed by

which the school embraces.” It is a thought echoed

the school remain just as strong. And while their numbers

by Viola, who goes on to state that the “core values

may be smaller, the school still benefits from the “structure

of education remain the same - teaching goodness,

and principles of the Basilian Fathers,” according to Chris

discipline, and knowledge,” and Dineley, who

De Piero ’87.

points to a still strong “sense of togetherness and purpose” amongst the students. David Lee ’94

The St. Mike’s community is fortunate to have six decades of alumni represented within the school’s teaching and staffing ranks, but much has changed around the Bathurst Street campus since our most senior alumni staffer, Fr. John Malo, CSB ’66, graduated. The Blue Banner polled the current crop of alumni staff members to get their thoughts on what has changed, and remained the same, at and about St. Mike’s since their time as students. Judging by the responses, the pace of change is quickening, as it is the most recent graduates who have noticed the greatest differences, although all agree the spirit of St. Michael’s remains the

The number of Basilians has decreased, but the number of

sums the changing demographic up succinctly in

students has grown in recent years, as has the support staff

stating that “the clientele has changed a little, but

and number of non-Basilian teachers. Much of the student

the essence of the school remains”.

growth can of course be attributed to, as noted by Matthew Pagano ’92 and others, the addition of Grades 7 and 8,

The essence and core values of the school may

which Paul Fitzpatrick feels “will greatly contribute to the

remain the same, but John Vella ’85 feels the

school’s influence and legacy.” Francesco Bazzocchi

return to being a fully private institution has

’83, however, mourns the loss of Grade 13, feeling it “really

provided St. Mike’s with “more of the qualities of a

added a beautiful dimension with your teachers in your final

private school.” One benefit commonly associated

year, when you formed a much stronger lasting bond with

with private schools is, in the words of Alex Fres-

them.” Many SMCS parents also echo these sentiments.

cura ’92 “the emphasis on technology and modernization.” Undoubtedly, while the desks may

Many of the alumni staffers who participated in our survey

be the same (“literally, the desks in Room 11 have

further noted that it is not only the number, but also type, of

not changed,” according to Francesco Bazzocchi),

The more things change…

students that has changed over the years. Michael

much

De Pellegrin ’94 mentioned the presence of more non-

co-curricular options at St. Mike’s is different, not

Of course, many of the changes have been physical.

Catholics, or students “less connected to Catholic traditions

least of which is the “prevalence of technology…

and practice,” as it was put by Stephen Antolin ’05.

and overwhelming amount of learning options,”

Meanwhile, John Walsh noted “students coming from a

according to Adrian Spagnolo ’02. Not everyone is

“double the amenities and far more course offerings”, while

wider area,” and Robert Tunney ’81 pointed to the fact

convinced of the benefits of more tech and more choices

Maxwell Moffat ’11 feels “newer co-curricular activities,

two thirds of our 30-plus respondents, including Paul

“we are not a community school like we were, with students

however – “more technology can make for lazier students,”

such as robotics, have grown significantly.”

Fitzpatrick ’95, who feels “both the east wing and the

now coming from all over the GTA and well beyond.” The

states Mark Pulla ’99.

Centre for the Arts have been important additions to the

school now welcomes students from all over the world.

same.

Fr. Malo points to the new addition to the school and the enhanced football field and track as two of the major changes he has witnessed, a point echoed by more than

the

classroom

education

and

Noel Di Tosto ’99 points to the increased opportunities Students also have “more entry points” to join the St. Michael’s

school.” Mike Ross ’86 also touched on a perhaps under-

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about

afforded by “service trips and other unique experiences.”

valued side effect of the increased floor space in that it

However, when it came to comparing past and present

community, according to Robert Fantilli ’94, who feels

“makes the hallways a lot less crowded.”

student bodies, the focus was mainly on how, as put by

current students benefit from “many more clubs and activities,

There are many things about St. Michael’s that have not

Mark Viola ’97, “ the increase in tuition has changed the

the new Learning Enrichment Centre, and a Guidance

changed. Furthermore, there was no problem finding agree-

Several respondents, including classmates Greg Reeves

demographic of our school.” Fr. Jefferson Thompson,

Department that is huge compared to earlier years.” Likewise,

ment on those things amongst alumni staff, no matter their

’73 and John Walsh ’73, noted that one reason the

CSB ’79 notes that St. Mike’s embodies the greatest socio-

Kevin Shaughnessy ’00 believes today’s students enjoy

grad year.

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The yellow bricks, the caring, and nurturing

Kevin Shaughnessy, for instance, notes that he is “now colleagues with many of my former teachers,” stating “I think

Kirt Charter ’82 combines the practical and esoteric in

I’ve probably changed more than they have.” Adrian

claiming “the yellow bricks, the caring, and nurturing,”

Spagnolo also has “the joy of working with many of my

remain the same. Fr. Thompson frequently reminds faculty

former teachers and coaches as colleagues.” Chris

and staff that “their vocation as Catholic educators is to love

Callaghan ’83 jokes that the current teachers he knew as

their students first, which has always been a guiding

a student have “lost hair, put on a little weight, but are

principle of Basilian Catholic education.” It was a thought

otherwise still the same.” Matthew Pagano actually singles

echoed by Robert Fantilli, who listed “the old part of the building” alongside the fact St. Mike’s remains “a place that cares about each student and offers support when needed.”

That is probably due to, as noted by Adrian Spagnolo and Stephen Antolin respectively, “committed staff members and continued traditions,” and “caring, compassionate teachers willing to go to any length to support students and their families.”

Not only is the quality of teaching the same, but so too the actual “teaching faculty,” according to Matthew Pagano, who, on a more serious note, also listed the “cafeteria atmosphere and athletic environment” as things that have not changed. Meanwhile, Alex Frescura states, “the kids are the same. Every class has the same three quiet boys, three loud boys, three boys that are way ahead of the curve academically, and three that need support.”

Other items that obtained recognition for remaining the same were, courtesy of Paul Fitzpatrick, the school’s “tradition of excellence” and “the Hoikety Choik,” as well as, according to Michael De Pellegrin, the belief in “the brotherhood, a commitment to pursuing excellence, and competitiveness in all areas of school life.”

Likewise, Francesco Bazzocchi points to the “strong culture fostered on teaching goodness, discipline and knowledge,” and Robert Tunney is proud that “the staff and teachers still truly care how the students progress.” While notably, but perhaps not surprisingly, several respondents felt the one thing at St. Mike’s that is exactly the same from their time as

for the school.” And Angus Dineley notes the former teachers who are now colleagues are “a lot greyer,” before kindly adding that “many of my former teachers and coaches are still giving a lot of time to make the building what it is.”

Indeed, outside of the gentle ribbing it is clear that such a large number of alumni working together contributes to an increased sense of community within the St. Michael’s faculty and staff.

Greg Reeves marvels at seeing how

people have “grown professionally and personally”, while still being “the same great persons.” Similarly, Fr. Thompson comments on the fact “we are responsible, but we are still goofy,” and Alex Frescura mentions they are “the same souls, but more mature and caring.” Mark Viola agrees, stating “many characteristics and behaviours are the same.”

Francesco Bazzocchi praises the students he graduated with who are now sharing their “love of teaching and co-curriculars.” Robert Fantilli refers to making “closer friends” and seeing them in “different roles as parents, administrators, or colleagues.” Carlo Trentadue notes “many staff members were around when I was a student, and while many have remained the same, you get to know them in a different light.” Similarly, Stephen Antolin finds it “interesting getting to know them from a more personal perspective.”

Maxwell Moffat feels that “as a student, at times, your relationship with teachers can be tough, but being reintroduced to them as colleagues has been very gratifying.” Paul

students is Fr. Zinger, CSB, OSM.

Fitzpatrick, who “works with many (of his) former teachers,”

I knew you when...

als that I knew all those years ago.” And Noel Di Tosto is in

They remain true to themselves and true to the vision of the

agreement that the teachers seem to be the same, but feels

school, embodying what we truly believe a St. Michael's Man

past 50 years. David Lee refers to “the passion and enthusi-

So, some things have changed; some have remained the

they “tell more jokes in the staff room.”

is - a true leader in his community and profession who holds

asm of the student body,” while both Peter Zavodny ’97

same. And some things have managed to change while still

and Fr. Thompson mention “the mission” and “the vision” of

remaining the same. Nowhere was this truer than in asking

Fr. Malo himself was very practical in pointing to the fact that the uniforms remain basically the same, which is some achievement considering the various fashion trends of the

the school. Greg Hook ’80 and Carlo Trentadue ’09 were both more esoteric in pointing respectively to “the feeling” and “brotherhood” as things that haven’t changed.

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out Alex Frescura for “having less hair, but the same passion

alumni staff members about fellow staff they remember from when they were students and former students they have been reacquainted with as staff.

is happy to “see that they are still the same quality individu-

SMCS close to his heart.”

In specifically referencing classmates Greg Hook, Frank Trentadue, and Gino Saccone ’80, Robert Tunney explains,

What Tunney provides in eloquence, David Lee once again

“these gentleman were leaders in the sports they were

matches in succinctness, stating, “we are all a little older and

engaged in. They were competitive then and are still today.

wiser, but we still bleed double blue.”

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DOUBLE BLUE PICTORIAL: TURKEY ROLL

More than 400 alumni attended the annual Turkey Roll & Reunion on Friday, November 25, 2016. The evening began with Fr. Jeff Thompson, CSB ’79, celebrating Mass in the Chapel with Luke Adamovsky ’05 assisting with altar service. Following Mass, alumni gathered in the gym to reconnect with classmates, along with current and former faculty, while enjoying a variety of gaming activities.

Others took the opportunity to tour the campus and chat with Fr. Zinger, CSB, OSM, who proudly showed the restored Room 12 and the 45 years’ worth of photos. Throughout the evening, 51 classes were represented, spanning the years of 1945 – 2016. St. Michael's honoured the classes of 1967, 1992, and 2007 for celebrating milestone anniversaries and would also like to thank the three alumni residing in the U.S. who made it back to SMCS to participate in the evening.

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BLUE BANNER SURVEY RESULTS SHOULD THE FIRST ISSUE OF THE BLUE BANNER PROVIDED TO NEW GRADUATES HAVE CONTENT SPECIFIC TO THEM? It should be a completely different magazine geared entirely towards the graduating class

There should be a special run of 200 copies with a different cover and welcome letters from the school president, Alumni Association president, and 12% Blue Banner editor

HOW SHOULD NEW GRADUATES RECEIVE THEIR FIRST ISSUE It doesn't matter to me how new OF THE graduates BLUE BANNER? receive a copy It should be part of a larger alumni "welcome package" put together for graduates It should be presented in a special ceremony at the school by the Alumni Association president

8%

12% 16%

There should be no special content geared specifically towards the graduating class

4%

Gavin Davidson ‘93

It should be handed out in homeroom on the last day of class

After learning a half-dozen St. Michael’s alumni have

4%

relocated to the United Kingdom, five of them in the

8%

London area, I started wondering about the common 40%

It should be mailed to them in the same manner as it is to all alumni

8%

There should be content specific to the graduating class in every summer edition of the Blue Banner, but it should be the same content for all

IS IT IMPORTANT THAT A NEW ISSUE OF THE BLUE BANNER IS RELEASED JUST BEFORE TURKEY ROLL REUNION SO THAT IT CAN BE DISTRIBUTED TO ATTENDEES? 44% YES

causes behind this migration. What was it that had drawn a group of accomplished alumni across the pond? What I discovered, over drinks at the Maple Leaf Pub in central London, is that, while each individual had their own

36%

reasons for emigrating, they remain inextricably linked –

It should be part of a larger alumni "welcome package" put together for graduates

52%

There should be a special run of 200 copies with a different cover featuring the graduating class

of the Blue Banner

BLIMEY! ST. MIKE’S ALUMNI ARE TAKING OVER LONDON

by the ties that bind the St. Mike’s community together, which remain strong, even an ocean away.

I’m okay if you’re UK! What was scheduled to be a 30-minute trip into London on SHOULD THE BLUE BANNER PUBLISHING SCHEDULE BE ALTERED FROM THE CURRENT NOVEMBER/JUNE TIMELINE TO A NEW JANUARY/JULY TIMELINE IN ORDER TO ALLOW US TO BETTER REPORT ON TIMELY ISSUES AND EVENTS SUCH AS TURKEY ROLL REUNION, THE SPRING REUNION BBQ, AND THE EVAN TANNIS ALUMNI SOCCER SHOWDOWN?

an express train from the suburbs was turned into a

Jack Czarnota is the eminence grise of the group, having

multi-hour odyssey, as the tracks had been washed out the

emigrated to the UK in 1990 in order to complete a MSc at

previous night. Fearing I would miss the meeting I had

the London School of Economics. Jack has now been in

myself organized, I started feverishly planning other routes.

London, where he lives in Wimbledon with his wife

By mid-afternoon, I had secured a place on a very slow

Catherine and 13-year-old son Luke, longer than he lived in

train that would take me quite close to the designated 72% YES

meeting spot. Staying in constant contact with my fellow alumni – my disbelief at the transit system’s response to the storm being met unanimously with a yawn and a ‘welcome to London’ – I started inching my way into the city.

56%

18%

NO

Four hours later, an hour later than planned, I was sitting at

NO

the Maple Leaf Pub surrounded by St. Mike’s alumni, one of whom was handing me a pint of Guinness. Already at HOW SHOULD THE COST OF THE SPECIAL THIRD ISSUE BE COVERED? WOULD YOU BE IN FAVOUR OF CREATING A THIRD ISSUE OF THE BLUE BANNER THAT FOCUSES ON A SPECIFIC TOPIC AND IS PRINTED IN A LIMITED RUN TO BE DISTRIBUTED ONLY AT THE TURKEY ROLL REUNION WHILE STILL AVAILABLE TO THE ALUMNI COMMUNITY 36% ONLINE? NO

the table were Jack Czarnota ’86, Stephen Fullan ’87,

4%

the last person to arrive at the meeting I had arranged, were Paul Rasbach ’05, and Robert Lepone ’87.

4%

Over the next couple of hours, filled with great company

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64%

and Victor Fornasier ’85. Still to come, ensuring I was not

I want a third By shortening issue, but am the two regular not sure how issues to pay for it

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By increasing the overall annual budget for the Blue Banner

By raising funds through advertising and sponsorship

YES

and conversation, I developed a good picture of who these alumni are and why they are living in London. It was interesting to discover right off the bat, that until that day, the full group of London alumni had never gathered in one

36%

I don't see a need for a third issue

place. Although some saw each other occasionally, not everyone had even met before. Some were not aware how many other alumni lived in such close proximity, and others had not seen each other since graduating 30 years earlier.

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(left to right) Paul Rasbach ’05, Jack Czarnota ’86, Robert Lepone ’87, and Victor Fornasier ’85 at the Maple Leaf Pub

Canada. He started in the investment banking business not long after arriving in the UK and has been trading high yield bonds for the past 25 years. Most of his time was at Salomon Brothers / Citigroup, where he often ran into Mark Zownir ’86. He now works at a small US investment bank called Jefferies, “doing more of the same”.

Stephen Fullan moved to the UK in 1997 to work for Bell Canada International. He remains in the telecommunications field, working for Genband (formerly known as Nortel) in its Maidenhead office. “My real reason for moving was to fulfill a dream of travelling around Europe,” recalls Fullan.

“I came over on an ancestral visa (I have a Scottish grandfather) with a view to applying for my British citizenship, which I received in 2003.”

Robert Lepone, another 1987 graduate, was working as a chartered accountant in Toronto when he moved to the United Kingdom in 1997, but his relocation was supposed to be temporary. “I moved with KPMG in what was supposed to be a two-year secondment. My wife and I wanted to travel and experience living in a different country,

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Because Jack Czarnota also gets homesick, he usually makes it back to Canada twice a year, with at least one stop in cottage country on Georgian Bay or in Muskoka.

Czarnota also tries to return to visit the school whenever he can. “The last time I was at St. Mike’s was for my 25th reunion, a few years back,” he reminisces. “A year before that, Joe Younder ’56 gave me a tour of the new and impressive school facilities.”

Jack Czarnota enjoys the view

so after some thought, we decided on England,” reflects Lepone, who lives the London suburb of Walton-on-Thames with his wife and three UK-born children. “My wife is originally from London, so the decision was easy and the transition was more compelling than some of the other options we were considering at the time.”

Paul Rasbach, the youngest charter member of the ‘London Five’ is still in transition mode, having only moved to the UK recently, when an opportunity for a work transfer arose in 2014. Paul, who works in the insurance and asset management industry with Aviva Investors, jumped at the opportunity, moving from Toronto to London with his partner, Alanna.

Running back to Canada With most of his family and friends located in Canada, and still missing California Sandwiches and his barber, Rasbach tries to make it home as often as possible. “I was back home for Christmas 2015,” he states. “It was really nice to be able to spend some time with my family and friends. The most challenging part of moving here is being away from them.”

“My closest friends are from St. Mike's. Luckily modern communications technology makes it easy to stay in touch, but nothing replaces hanging out with the boys, which I was able to do when I attended Turkey Roll in 2013,” Rasbach continues. “The place still felt like home.”

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Unlike Paul and Jack, it has been more than two years since Robert Lepone has returned to Canada, but he’s not that concerned. “Having now lived in the UK for nearly 20 years, I find the transition usually quite unsettling particularly the traffic in Toronto, which has become considerably worse since we left,” Lepone confesses.

“Although London is larger and more populous, the transportation system shrinks the city and makes life less stressful than sitting in traffic on the 404 or 401!” (ed’s note: not so sure about that!)

One thing Lepone does miss about Canada, however, is spending time with friends and family. While he frequently runs into Czarnota and Fullan, who both live within 30 minutes, he does regret not being able to catch up with his other SMCS friends more regularly. Although Lepone is active on social media and occasionally serves as a host for alumni making the trip across the pond, most of his catching up is done on trips back to Toronto.

“There are several alumni on the faculty who have been very generous with their time when I visit, such as Chris De Piero ’87, Emile John ’87, Terry Sheridan ’89, and Nunzio Corrente. On the occasions I have visited, any remaining faculty members that were teaching in my era and still roaming the 'yellow brick halls' have also been very generous in their welcome and time,” said Lepone. “I was fortunate enough to meet Dan Prendergast, OSM, walking through the halls. We shared some time reminiscing about faculty of my era. I'm always amazed about how the school has changed physically since I was a student, but the culture has remained true to the history and tradition of the school. When I walk down the athletic corridor and see the team photos and trophy cabinet, it brings back fond memories of teammates, practice sessions, and game days.”

Stephen Fullan’s memories are starting to fade just a bit, having not returned home since 2010 - although both his wife and daughter recently enjoyed a two-week sojourn in Canada. While Stephen has been keeping his connection to St. Mike’s alive through his friendships with Lepone and Czarnota, he has not been on campus for many years. “The last time I visited SMCS was in 2009, when I went by to see Chris De Piero,” says Fullan, when asked about the school.

“It certainly has changed for the better, but at the same time is still the old SMCS that I remember.”

More than books While Stephen Fullan has been separated from the campus by an ocean, the influence of St. Michael’s has remained strong within him. “My SMCS education made me who I am. It taught me about dedication and determination, my strengths and weaknesses, and gave me the strong grounding and structure required to go out into the world on my own,” Fullan states. “St. Mike’s challenged me and spurred me on to greater things. Above all, it gave me confidence to stand on my own two feet, otherwise I would not have moved to the UK.” Robert Lepone also looks back fondly on his time at St. Mike’s and the lessons he learned there, lessons that are still helping him to this day. “My St. Mike's education and experience has set the foundation for my values in life,” he says. “I may not remember the content of every subject or lesson taught, but the guidance, values, and discipline at that formative part of every young man's life stays with them into their careers.”

“Forget the books for a moment,” Paul Rasbach offers when asked about his time at the school. “St. Mike's for me was an environment where you learned to conduct yourself with confidence. Even to this day, my friends and I don't miss an opportunity to take friendly shots at each other - so you need to be thick skinned and sure of yourself. It’s a quality that has helped me adapt to new situations throughout my career.”

Paul Rasbach celebrates a Blue Jay playoff victory in London

By this point, it was time for me to relocate to Stamford Bridge. As I downed the remaining drops of my last pint it became clear there was no magic bullet that could be used to lump the London alumni together into one column. Each had his own reasons - some personal, some business - for relocating, and each had enjoyed a different experience since arriving. But what was obvious, and heartwarming, was that, no matter their age or how long they had been living in the UK, they are all still St. Michael’s Men.

Advice on crossing the pond According to Jack Czarnota, a thick skin isn’t the only thing you will need if you are considering relocating to the UK. “If I were to give any advice to alumni considering a move to the UK, I would have to say that you need to seriously get used to rainy weather and cloudy days,” states Czarnota. “The only people that emigrate to the UK and don’t complain about the weather are usually from Vancouver!”

Robert Lepone also has some good advice for St. Mike’s alumni that are considering packing up those lessons and starting their careers somewhere else in the world. “Do it!

Don't miss the opportunity to travel, particularly early in your career where it can be both a professionally and personally rewarding experience,” he says, before concluding that “it is difficult to plan too far in advance in life, so enjoy the moment and take the opportunity to relocate at some point in your early career”.

Paul and his girlfriend Alanna moved to London together in 2014

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW Jazz Institute, said the programme’s philosophy is “music as an agent of social change.” That involves bringing jazz to disadvantaged audiences around the world and, closer to home, includes seniors residences, homes for the disabled, and prisons. “The social component and the philosophy of the institute really resonated with him as a musician,” Pignataro said of Fung.

ANTHONY FUNG ’11 started his music career on a high school drumline and now he’s beat a path to an extremely prestigious U.S. music programme. The Richmond Hill native, 23, who graduated with a master’s degree last spring from Boston’s Berklee Global Jazz Institute, has won a coveted spot at the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance at the University of California, Los Angeles. Fung, who is already composing his own works, said his first inspiration came at the age of 10 from the 2002 movie about marching bands called Drumline.

“I just remember being so captivated by the drums. So after a week, I went to go get drum lessons and about maybe a month later, my mom bought me my first drum set and I was just banging away in my basement,” Fung recalled.

His mother, a widow, was initially supportive as long as drumming remained a hobby, but was less sure when he decided to pursue it as a career. “It was more of a self-pursuit kind of thing. I needed to do this,” Fung said. “I always just said, ‘Don’t worry about me.’ It’s now to the point where she’s very supportive; she’s like ‘Wow, I can’t believe all these great things are happening’.”

Fung, who performed with the St. Michael’s College School drumline throughout high school, got his first taste of jazz when he did friend Joe Manzoli ’08 a favour and filled in for a drummer during a Christmas concert. “I just knew the basic ‘swing ride’ pattern. That’s all I knew about jazz. I’d never really listened to it in my life,” Fung recalled. “I got hooked... and I played with Joe throughout my high school years.”

Like his mentor Manzoli, Fung was later admitted to the Berklee College of Music and its highly regarded jazz programme.

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Performing in front of those outreach audiences had a profound effect, Fung said. “I found that music is a tool that can be used as therapy and it’s amazing to see the effects on people who are maybe at a bad place in their life.

They’re dancing with us. They’re smiling and having a good time. They get a chance to express their emotions.”

It was his mentors at Berklee who urged Fung to apply to the Monk Institute, a two-year programme that enrols only one ensemble of musicians per class, who attend on full scholarships. It also requires a two-day audition before a panel of jazz greats, which that year included Wayne Shorter, whom Fung called “the most prominent living jazz legend in the world,” as well as Herbie Hancock, Jimmy Heath, Kenny Burrell, James Newton, and Tijuana Brass co-founder Herb Alpert.

“It’s extremely prestigious to be selected,” Pignataro said. “It’s one of those programs that everybody wants to get into and it’s very hard because they just accept a very limited amount of students. (Fung) has made us very proud, but it’s just confirmed what we were thinking and seeing from the beginning.”

Fung, who began classes in September, said the biggest adjustment is the weather. “Getting used to warm weather everyday, that’s kind of interesting to me. Part of me really misses stepping outside and being a little chilly. L.A.’s a town that has always been mysterious to me. I didn’t know if I would really fit here. But so far, it’s been really positive. There’s a lot of great connections and I’ve already played a couple of gigs here,” he said.

Fung, who hopes to tour some day with his own band playing his own compositions, said jazz has become a truly international musical genre. “The word jazz is so broad these days. There are so many different kinds of styles and avenues that are branching out of jazz music. Jazz is so accessible that it’s branching into different cultures at this point.”

GTA musician drums way into UCLA jazz program, Bruce Demara, Toronto Star, Oct. 13, 2016

DANIEL SHEEDY ’13 competed in the Student Yachting World Cup (SYWoC) in the fall of 2016, as a member of the Queen’s University Keelboat Sailing Team. The event takes place every year at La Rochelle, France and is hosted by École Polytechnique, one of Europe’s top engineering schools. Queen’s Keelboating is the first Canadian team to win the SYWoC since the regatta started in 1980.

ROBERT GRILLI ’12 recently graduated from the University of Houston (UH) cum laude with an Economics major and a Business minor. While also playing on the university baseball team, he wrote a book called The Playbook, A Student-Athlete's Guide to Success. His goal is to empower and aid student-athletes in their unique journey through college, while allowing them to achieve success in the classroom, in their respective sport, and in their social lives.

During Robert’s senior year at university, three events occurred in his life that led him to the path he is pursuing.

First, a professor asked him to do a video for class regarding what lessons, tools, and tips enabled him to achieve success given his rigorous student-athlete schedule. Secondly, his younger brother, Thomas Grilli ’17 was going through the recruiting process and was on the verge of attending university, so Robert started jotting down lessons and tips.

Lastly, the athletic department at UH had freshman/senior success groups whereby the seniors would answer questions and inform the freshmen on what to expect throughout their time as student-athletes. Robert reflects back on his time roaming the yellow brick halls where the pillars of ‘goodness, discipline, and knowledge’ were instilled in him, and believes without these values, his journey would not be possible.

JOSEPH CRAMAROSSA ’10 became the 213th St. Michael’s alumnus to play in the NHL, when he lined up for the Anaheim Ducks on October 23, 2016.

NOLAN MACMILLAN ’08 was part of 2016 Grey Cup Champion Ottawa Redblacks. The offensive lineman was also one of nine CFL nominees for the Jake Gaudaur Veterans’ Award. The honour has been awarded every year since 2010 to a Canadian CFL player who best demonstrates the attributes of Canada’s military veterans: strength, perseverance, courage, comradeship,

and contribution to Canadian communities. While rehabbing a wrist injury, MacMillan led the Redblacks in hours spent working in the Ottawa-Gatineau community, serving meals to the homeless, helping out as a minor football guest coach, and participating in school assemblies to engage and mentor youth in the National Capital Region.

This past February, Nolan brought the Grey Cup back to SMCS and visited both staff and students.

DANIEL GRBAC ’07, son of Leonardo ’79 and brother of PETER ’08, completed an Honours Master of Arts degree with a specialization in Sport Management at Western University, following an Honours Bachelor of Physical Health and Education at the University of Toronto. For the past two years, Daniel has been in Australia pursuing a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration and Marketing at the University of Technology, Sydney. In his spare time, he has volunteered as a lifeguard on Bondi Beach in Sydney and trained with the Newport Surf Life Saving Club. Prior to leaving Canada, Daniel was a member of the Toronto Police Lifeguard Service. This past July, he was a member of Canada's representative team competing in the 2016 Sanyo Bussan International Lifesaving Cup in Miyazaki, Japan, where he won gold and silver medals in the beach sprint competition. Daniel also captured a bronze medal at the 2016 World Championships Lifesaving Competition in the Netherlands in the men's 90 meter beach sprint on September 10, 2016, beating a two-time Olympic sprinter fresh from competing in Rio. STEVE HOSSACK ’07 is currently living in Whitehorse and working for the CBC as a journalist/videographer.

He passes along a big hello to all the Basilians, staff members, and fellow alumni that attended the Turkey Roll and celebrated the class of 2007’s 10-year anniversary.

ANDREW COGLIANO ’05 was the NHL Iron Man leader as of January 12, having played 747 consecutive games stretching over the past 10 seasons for Edmonton and Anaheim. He is only the 20th player in NHL history to play at least 500 consecutive games and only the fifth to do so from the beginning of his career.

PAUL MARCHESE ’03 and his wife Anessa welcomed Anthony and Benjamin on March 21, 2016.

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BRAD HARRISON ’02 was in charge of rehearsing a concert band made up of SMCS alumni from 1989 to 2016 to honour former head of music, Paul Pietrkiewicz, who retired at the end of the 2015-16 school year. Following a performance of Dixieland Parade, The Radetsky March, and Latin Gold (in which ‘Pietrkiewicz’ was substituted for ‘Tequila’), everyone gathered at the Wychwood Pub to share memories of past band trips and Pietrkiewiczisms that will stay with us for ever. It was a wonderful evening to honour Paul Pietrkiewicz, the face of the SMCS Music Department for more than a quarter of a century.

BOBBY HASTINGS ’99 worked his 1000th NHL game as assistant equipment manager with the Toronto Maple Leafs on November 19, 2016.

Bobby worked in the same capacity for the St. Michael’s Buzzers and Majors before joining the Leafs in 2001.

ANTHONY RUFFALO ’98 and his wife Elisa welcomed their second child, Francesco Anthony, on July 1, 2016.

MARK SOKOLSKI ’95 organized the World Cup of Table Hockey 2016 on September 24 in support of the Canadian Safe School Network. The event was held at Brennan Hall on the University of Toronto campus.

FRANK WOLF ’89 experienced a unique look at climate change from the perspective of a rowing expedition through the Northwest Passage. In 2013, he and three others attempted the feat, not only to see if it could be done, but to intimately investigate the ramifications of a warming Arctic. Combining his expedition experience, interviews with indigenous residents, and NASA climate change data, Frank gives an informative and entertaining talk about an issue affecting the entire planet.

In the past 20 years, Frank has completed a single season canoe expedition across Canada; whitewater kayaked in Cambodia and Laos; cycled from the Yukon to Nome, Alaska in the dead of winter; sea kayaked around British Columbia’s Haida Gwaii; hiked, packrafted, and sea kayaked the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline; and last summer he was part of a four-person team to row the Northwest Passage.

JOE FERRARO ’88 and JOHN COPPA ’88 have purchased the St. Michael’s Buzzers Jr. A franchise from fellow alumnus Mike McCarron ’79. McCarron had purchased the Buzzers franchise from St. Michael's College School in 2002. He led the hockey club to success on and off the ice, grounded in the traditions of St. Mike’s and its hockey programme. In 2014, the school and the Buzzers 28

redefined their partnership with a renewed focus on developing student-athletes through the high school’s Varsity Hockey programme. The new ownership team will continue to operate the Buzzers independently, but remain committed to upholding the traditions of St. Michael’s College School.

STEPHEN FULLAN ’87 has been involved in many of sports, enabling him to travel around Europe and the world from his home base in England.

Hockey is in his blood and for the first few years he lived in the UK he played semi-pro in Division 3 of the English league. He also played baseball and softball for England and was part of national championship teams in both sports. However, Stephen feels his greatest sports achievement was becoming a player with Great Britain Men’s Fastpitch Softball team, after receiving his British citizenship in 2003. In 2004, he was selected to represent the British Men's team at the International Softball Federation World Championships in Christchurch, New Zealand. In 2005, he was named the team’s player-manager. Stephen continued in that role for 10 years until 2015. In all, Stephen has been involved as a player and/or manager in five European Championships (winning three bronze), and four World Championships.

ROBERT TUNNEY ’81, manager of St. Michael’s Arena, was featured, along with the famous arena, in Episode Eight of Ron MacLean’s Toronto. Tunney chatted with MacLean in the bowels of the hockey rink, providing background on “a school that not only builds character, but has helped jump start the careers of more than 200 NHL players.”

MARK FERRARO ’80 held a mini-reunion of 1980 graduates at the Ferraro family farm on November 12. It was a picture-perfect day, made even better by incredible food and fine wines. And no gathering of Italian SMCS boys would be complete without a bocce tournament. The competition was fierce, but in the end Team Cattana and Garisto prevailed.

Starting from the back to the front and left to right: Mark Ferraro, Frank DiNino ’80, Ed Cattana ’80, John Santos ’80 (our honourary Italian), Romeo Milano ’80, Dom Garisto ’80, Tony Cammareri ’80, and Tiziano Pietrobon ’80. Frank Protomanni ’80 is taking the picture.

DAVE TRAFFORD ’79, a founding member of the SMCS alumni theatre company, Dreamtheatre Productions, staged an independent community production of The Promise in the Centre for the Arts on November 26. It is a contemporary and poetic musical that draws us through the prophetic anticipation of the Advent season, making poignant the unconditional commitment of the Annunciation, underlining the humility and simplicity of Christmas, and celebrating the wonder and joy of the Epiphany. Performed by a 20-voice choir and six-piece ensemble, the music ranges from rumbling rock pieces to soaring anthems. It also includes Celtic folk-based ballads mixed with jazz-styled arrangements of traditional carols.

LEO RAUTINS ’78 was inducted into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in March 2016. Considered one of the best Canadian-born players, Rautins has been at the forefront of basketball in this country for more than three decades.

He is a broadcasting veteran and a familiar face on TSN as a Toronto Raptors analyst. At Syracuse University, Rautins was named Most Valuable Player in the Big East Tournament, later being selected to the university’s All-Century Team. He was the first Canadian to be selected in the first round of the NBA Draft, 17th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in 1983. For his outstanding contributions to the sport in Canada, Rautins is also an inductee of the Canadian Basketball Hall, the Ontario Basketball Hall of Fame, and St. Michael’s College School Basketball Hall of Fame.

DAN ODORICO ’78, DOMENIC DE LUCA ’76, NICK DEL PRINCIPE ’72, JOE NORKUS ’72, and SAM KANES ’70 hosted the first Dan Prendergast Legacy Golf Tournament on September 30, bringing alumni and friends together in memory of Dan Prendergast, OSM and raising $6,000 for the Dan and Sharon Prendergast Fund. More than 70 St. Michael’s community members, including alumni, former teachers, friends, and members of the Prendergast family gathered at The Country Club in Woodbridge. The golfers teed off at 8:30 a.m. and were treated to porchetta sandwiches hand delivered by Domenic throughout the morning.

Congratulations to the winning foursome, Rocco Piccininno ’94, and Mark ’81, Michael ’81, and Frank Santonato. Following the morning of golf, the alumni regrouped for a barbeque, where they reconnected and shared memories of Dan. Donations are still welcome, please visit smcsgive.com.

LARRY COLLE ’69 hosted celebrated documentary filmmaker Kwame Mason as part of the ongoing St. Michael's Sports History Class. Kwame is the director of Soul On Ice: Past, Present & Future, a documentary about the history and contribution of black athletes in hockey. It won the Viewers Choice Award for best film at the Edmonton International Film Festival and was recently given the Unsung Hero Award at the Future Aces Awards in Toronto.

MICHAEL MARTIN ’64 has been married for almost 50 years, has three sons, and has lived in Walnut Creek, CA for more than 35 years. A registered California architect, Michael has been in private practice for more than 30 years.

He enjoys reading the Blue Banner as it reminds him of great memories from attending St. Mike’s, saying “it makes it feel like only yesterday I was rushing to class hoping I wouldn't get a late slip from Fr. Gorman, CSB ’44.” Michael remembers with particular fondness a number of his teachers and coaches, including Jack Fenn, OSM ’54, Michael Lavelle ’55 and Fr. Higgins, CSB, OSM ’45. It was Fr. Higgins, in his role as coach, who encouraged Michael to keep playing football. Michael stuck with it and ended up receiving a scholarship to a university in the United States.

DAVE KEON ’60 was named the greatest Toronto Maple Leafs player of all time in a ceremony on October 14, 2016.

Keon played 15 seasons with the Leafs, including six as captain. He scored 858 points in 1062 games, winning Stanley Cups in 1962, 1963, and 1964. Other St. Mike’s alumni included in the list of the Top 100 Maple Leafs, which was created in honour of the team’s centennial season, were Tim Horton ’49 (#6), Frank Mahovlich ’57 (#9), Red Kelly ’46 (#14), Joe Primeau ’48 (#22), Dick Duff ’55 (#28), Tod Sloan ’46 (#38), Jimmy Thomson ’45 (#40), Reg Noble ’16 (#55), Gus Mortson ’44 (#56), Nick Metz ’34 (#69), and Mike Walton ’62 (#85) PAT QUINN ‘58, was inducted posthumously into the Hockey Hall of Fame as a builder in November 2016.

Quinn, who attended SMCS for half-a-year before being forced to transfer by the Detroit Red Wings, who owned his NHL rights, wasn’t from Toronto, but he forged a bond with the city, and engendered an unshakeable loyalty amongst its hockey fans. As a coach, arriving in 1998, he guided the Maple Leafs to their last stretch of sustained success. Twice during Quinn’s seven seasons here his team made the conference final, playing 80 playoff games spread over 13 series. Three times they reached 100 points. Quinn, who missed the playoffs just once during his tenure, served as both coach and general manager from 1999 to 2003.

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IN MEMORIAM

ST. MICHAEL’S BUZZERS ALUMNI UPDATE

St. Michael's, Fr. Higgins was principal of Basilian schools in Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, and Windsor, where he demonstrated a lively and passionate devotion to the St. Michael's and Basilian motto, ‘Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge’. From 1962 he taught and coached the senior football team at St. Mary's College in

Peter Fillman

Sault Ste. Marie for 12 years, before moving on to Sudbury and Windsor. He then returned to Toronto, and Dallas Stars. He had 372 goals and 493 assists to go

teaching at Michael Power High School and again at St.

along with 1389 minutes in penalties. He added 24 goals

Michael's. On October 30, 2015 the new St. Mary's

and 33 assists in 53 playoff games. Eric appeared in seven

College football field was named the ‘Fr. Brian Higgins

NHL All Star games and won numerous other awards at every level. Unfortunately, a series of concussions cut short

Field.’ Fr. Higgins was a larger-than-life character who will

his career and he retired from the NHL in November 2007.

forever be remembered, especially at St. Mary's and St. Michael's. Following his retirement from teaching,

Philanthropy is now a big part of Eric’s life. A friend of

Fr. Higgins continued his pastoral ministry at Henry Carr

St. Michael’s, he was very supportive in raising funds for

Farm. In April 2012, St. Michael’s College School was

bursary programmes through his participation in the annual Skate

for

Kids

event,

started

by

the

late

proud to bestow its highest honour upon Fr. Higgins,

Dan

inducting him into the Order of St. Michael.

Prendergast, OSM. In 2007, Eric donated $5 million to the London Health Science Centre. This still stands as one of the largest charitable donations by a Canadian athlete.

Eric joins the following members of the St. Michael’s

of Fame in November 2016 in Toronto. He was a boy in a

community in the Hockey Hall of Fame: Frank Rankin

man’s body. That was Eric Lindros, a 15-year-old, when he

FR. BRIAN HIGGINS, CSB, OSM, ’45, brother of

’13, Reg Noble ’16, Red Kelly ’46, Ted Lindsay

took to the ice for the St. Michael’s Buzzers for the

’46, Joe Primeau ’48, Tim Horton ’49, Murray

Hubert ’42 (deceased), Uncle of Peter ’74, Brian

1988-89 season, leading them to both the Metro Jr. B and

Costello ’53, Dick Duff ’55, Jim Gregory ’55,

Provincial championships. If you were an opponent in Eric’s

Frank Mahovlich ’57, Gerry Cheevers ’59, Dave

way, he just ran over you. That was his style. To say that he

Keon ’60, Bobby Bauer ’33, Pat Quinn ’58, and

Conner ’03, James ’07, Liam ’13, Seamus ’17,

played the game hard is an understatement and he carried

Fr. David Bauer, CSB.

and John ’22 died at St. Michael's Hospital, on

that style throughout his hockey career. After the Buzzers, Eric played for the OHL Oshawa Generals for three years,

Connor Brown ‘10-11, a Toronto Maple Leafs rookie,

winning a Memorial Cup in 1990. He was chosen as the

had 21 points in 45 games as of January 23. He also had

Canadian Junoir Hockey League Player of the Year in

six minutes in penalties and a plus/minus rating of +7.

’81, Kevin ’91, and Norah Higgins Burnham, SMCS Guidance Counsellor, and great uncle of Peter ’99,

November 4, 2016, after a fall six days earlier at Anglin house, a Basilian Fathers residence. Fr. Higgins was born on March 15, 1926 and graduated from St. Michael’s College School in 1945. He soon after joined the Basilians

1991. He was a member of three Canadian National Junior teams and played on three Canadian Olympic

Mitch Marner ‘12-13, the Toronto Maple Leafs forward,

teams, winning a silver medal in 1992 and a gold medal

and was ordained in 1954. Fr. Brian was part of the

is generating his fair share of attention on a team laden

in 2002.

with talented rookies after becoming the 214th member of

St. Michael’s faculty for one year in 1951 and again from

the St. Michael’s community to play in the NHL. As of Eric was chosen first overall by the Quebec Nordiques in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft, but his rights were eventually traded to the Philadelphia Flyers after a protracted dispute. His NHL career, spanning 13 years, saw him play 760 games for the Flyers, New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs, 30

JOHN DAVIES ’43 died peacefully, in

Eric Lindros ‘88-89 was inducted into the Hockey Hall

January 23, Marner was leading all NHL rookies in scoring with 39 points in 45 games.

1955-62, teaching Religion, Physics, and Mathematics. He had a great passion for sports and the development of the student-athlete, coaching football and hockey, and serving as the school’s Director of Athletics, and chaplain for the Toronto St. Michael’s Majors. In addition to his service to

his 90th year, at the Deep River & District Hospital on July 25, 2016, surrounded by the love of his family.

Retired from Atomic Energy Canada Limited (AECL) and a Professor Emeritus at McMaster University, John was a member of the Knights of Columbus Bishop Smith Assembly 4th Degree. John was the beloved husband of Florence Davies, cherished father of Susan, Christopher, Catherine, Paul, Jim, and Anne, and loving grandfather of Anna, Simon, Michael, Erika, Sara, Michelle, Jon Paul, James, Scott, Gillian, Jacob, Matt, Stuart, Desi and Aidan. The dear brother of Michael Davies and the late Mary Watts, John also had six great-grandchildren. John was a remarkable man who inspired others with his fearless love and determination.

He will be remembered for his generosity and commitment to his family, Deep River and his scientific community.

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JOHN CHRISTIAN EGSGARD ’44 was born in Toronto on March 25, 1925 and died at St. Joseph's Hospital on July 10, 2016. A gifted and internationally acclaimed mathematics educator, John spent the first 20 years of his teaching career as a Basilian priest. Egsgard completed Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Mathematics at the University of Toronto while in the seminary, and was gold medalist in his graduating class. He was ordained into the Catholic priesthood in 1953 and taught at St. Michael's College School where he was head of the Mathematics Department for 16 years, where Superior for six years, and coached hockey. In 1968, he was awarded the Descartes Medal for his contribution to mathematics education. Egsgard taught at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire and Andover in Massachusetts in 1971-72. Around that time, he fell in love with an American mathematician, Lyn McLane. John left the priesthood and with the Pope’s permission, John and Lyn married in 1973.

They shared a remarkable love, raising their three children Jennifer, Erik, and Neil in Orillia, Ontario, with 1982 spent living and teaching in Geneva. In Orillia, John taught math at Twin Lakes Secondary School and Patrick Fogarty Secondary School, where he also coached the ski and rugby teams. John was a prolific author of more than 25 math textbooks. He was President of the U.S. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Canadian and Ontario Associations for Mathematics Education, participating in all eight international congresses on mathematics education. In 1993, he won the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching, and in 1997 received the lifetime achievement award from NCTM. DOUGLAS CHARLES MCGILLIVRAY ’44 died at the Veterans Wing of Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, on September 14, 2016, at 91 years of age. He was a good athlete at St. Michael's College School, playing junior hockey prior to enlisting in the Navy. Doug was a Veteran of WWII and often shared stories of his time in the Navy, serving on the HMCS Prince Robert. After the war, he graduated from Veterans High School and then went to the University of Toronto. Doug began his career as salesman for Gage Envelopes, rising to become vice president and general manager. He was there for 31 years. Doug met his lovely wife Sara at Gage's, and they had a successful and happy marriage that lasted 64 years.

BENNY WOIT (1946-47) died peacefully in Richmond Hill surrounded by his family. Benny is survived by his loving wife Julie and two daughters, Debbie and Denise.

He will be greatly missed by his extended family and friends. Woit had a long career in professional hockey, winning many championships, including three Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings in the early 1950s.

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JOHN PRENDERGAST ’48 died at the age of 85 on September 4, 2016 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket. He is survived by his wife Jill, son Kevin, daughters Lisa and Angela, grandsons James and Jordan, brothers Joe, Bill and Paul, sisters Ann Marie, Nonie, Margaret "Petie." A 1955 University of Toronto graduate, where he participated in both intercollegiate and interfaculty sports, John moved to Calgary primarily to pursue a career in oil exploration. He played three plus years with the Calgary Stampeders followed by 40 years in the aviation industry, including airborne geophysics, arctic exploration and heliskiing. John was an avid golfer, skier and cottager and enjoyed 12 years of Muskoka retirement on his return from the west. He will dearly miss his family, friends and fellow parishioners at St. Joseph's Church, Bracebridge.

MSGR. EDWARD FRANCIS BOEHLER ’50 died on June 8, 2016 at The Cardinal Ambrozic Houses of Providence, Toronto, in his 85th year and in his 60th year of priesthood. Msgr. Boehler served as assistant for five years at St. Theresa's Shrine Parish, Scarborough, following his ordination in 1957. He then studied Canon Law in Rome. On his return to Toronto, he served Archbishop Pocock as Secretary and as Vice-Chancellor and chancellor of Spiritual Affairs from 1964-1972. Subsequently he served as pastor in three Toronto parishes: St. Helen's, Blessed Sacrament and St. Anselm's. He also contributed to Catholic education for seventeen years as a trustee of the Metropolitan Separate School Board, including two terms as Chair. He served on the boards of TVO and Toronto Public Health, and from 1989 to 2003 was Judicial Vicar of the Archdiocese. In retirement he continued to help in various parishes. In all his ministries he served with distinction, vigour, and genuine pastoral concern.

JOHN MAXWELL ’51 died surrounded by his loving family and life-long friend, John McCullough ’51 on August 20, 2016. Maxwell leaves behind his best friend and love of his life, Kate.

Very proud father to his daughters, Kelly and Lisa, and his son, Paul, John will also be missed by Kate's extended family in Ireland and England. John was born in Sault St. Marie to Doreen O’Keefe Hall and spent his boyhood years with his maternal grandparents in Smiths Falls. John was the founding president of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre and the Assistant Deputy Minister of Tourism for Ontario.

BILL DINEEN ’52, father of Gordon ’80, Kevin ’81, and Gerald ’85, former professional hockey player and coach, died December 10, 2016, at his home in Lake George, New York, at the age 84. Dineen played parts of five seasons with the Detroit Red Wings from 1953-58, winning

two Stanley Cups with legendary teammate Gordie Howe. He was later traded to the Chicago Blackhawks, where he played 41 games during the 1957-58 season.

He scored 51 goals with 44 assists during his NHL career. He then played for several different teams over the years in the AHL and WHL, scoring a total of 264 goals, evenly split between the two leagues. He retired in 1971, at the age of 38. After his playing career, he became a coach, leading the Houston Aeros of the WHA to two straight championships, while featuring three Howes, former Red Wings teammate Gordie and his sons Mark and Marty. Dineen was named the WHA’s coach of the year in 1977 and 1978. He later coached the Red Wing’s AHL minor league team, the Adirondack Red Wings, for six seasons, winning league titles in 1986 and 1989. Inducted into the AHL Hall of Fame in 2014, Dineen returned to the NHL as head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers in 1991, coaching for two seasons. That team featured his son, Kevin. In total, five of Bill’s sons played professional hockey, with three playing in the NHL. EDWARD JOHN PLATA ’52 died peacefully at home on May 1, at the age of 83. Beloved father of Edward and Julie, Plata was blessed in life to have three adoring granddaughters: Ava, Alexa, and Sophia. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Cletus at a very young age, never re-marrying and devoting himself in raising his children. Also predeceased by his brothers, Stan, Albert, Raymond, and Walter, Edward will sadly be missed by his only surviving brother, and best friend, Mitch and his wife Mary, as well as his nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Born in St. Catharines in 1932, his hockey career took him at a young age to Toronto to attend St. Michael‘s College School. While at St. Mike's, he played hockey from bantam through to Major Jr. A and then went off to finish his career in Nottingham, England.

He received a BBA from Niagara University, became a teacher, and taught in the Belleville, Ontario area for 28 years - with the exception of a three year teaching sabbatical in Lahr, Germany.

Upon retirement and moving back to St. Catharines, he once again reunited with his passion, becoming a hockey scout for various OHL teams. Ed will be remembered for his generous, kind nature, his optimistic outlook on most everything, and his advice to never sweat the small stuff. Words to live by.

ROBERT ‘BOB’ GROUNDSELL ’54 died suddenly in his 80th year in Barrie, on June 7, 2016, shortly after retiring from Bell Canada following 37 years of service in Barrie and Toronto. Beloved husband of Sharon for 56 years, Bob was the dear father of Michael and Jackie; proud Grandpa of Cory, Darrell, and Malcolm; and great-grandpa of Mikey, Suvi Rae, and Everly Brianne. Survived by brother Brian, Bob will be sadly missed by other dear family members and friends.

GORD MCMAHON ’54 died peacefully on April 19, 2016 in his 84th year surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Bev for 60 years, Gord was the loving father of Karen, Paul, Keith, and Sharon. He is lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren David, Taylor, Heather, Michelle, Megan, Michael, and Christopher – and survived by his three siblings, Marie, Helen, and Paul, and sister-in-law Joan.

BILL WARD ’56 died peacefully at home with his family at his side on May 28. Born December 12, 1938, Bill was the loving husband of Marguerite Ryan, and brother of Ted (deceased), Joan, Jim, and Mary. Predeceased by his parents, Charles and Evangeline, Bill will be sadly missed by his children Mike, Vicky, Brian, Larry, and Chris. He will also be missed by his eleven grandchildren: Laurianne, Jennifer, Alex, Samantha, Thomas, Joshua, Brian, Wendy, Stephen, Amanda, and Jackson. Bill was a respected teacher, vice principal, and principal for many years with the Durham Catholic District School Board. An avid skier, he was also a part-time employee of Skican Travel for a number of years.

Bill enjoyed many ski trips during that time, often taking along his children and their growing families. Travel, golf, and in earlier days camping, were activities that he frequently pursued, and he was always interested and involved in the lives of his children. After raising their family in Oshawa, Bill and Marguerite moved to cottage country, residing near Brechin for many years, admiring the view of Lake Simcoe from their front deck.

JAMES BISHOP ’58 died in his sleep at his King City residence on September 15, 2011. James was born on April 17, 1940 in Toronto, the son of James and Alma.

He was the loving father of Michael, David, Suzanne, and Christopher, and was formerly married to Marie. He leaves behind nine grandchildren and his three sisters, Anne, Christine, and Paula, as well as many nieces and nephews.

As a youth, he attended St. Michael's College School, where he played hockey with a number of NHL greats including Frank Mahovlich ’57. He quickly excelled in business, reaching the pinnacle of sales success in established insurance firms, including Crown Life and Sun Life. Having a fearless entrepreneurial spirit, James shifted his talents to pioneering the field of business computing, founding a software firm in the early 80s, which he enjoyed running for the next three decades. James was active in his community and church and was a volunteer coach and convener for Aurora minor hockey. He enjoyed singing and playing his guitar, was an avid tennis player, and loved his golden retriever, Jessie and his Porsche.

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HOWARD SHAUGHNESSY ’61 died on May 21, 2016. Howard was the beloved husband of Mary, loving father of Mara, and proud grandfather of Matilda and Tadhg. In his 73 years, Howard was passionate about family, friends, education, the arts, literature, travel, gardening, entertaining, and sharing his expert opinions on many topics. In the last five years, he overcame unexpected obstacles to continue to enjoy those things that he loved. Howard was an English, Drama, and Media teacher for more than 30 years, beginning in Deep River, Ontario and on to schools for both Toronto and Scarborough. In addition, he enjoyed performing, with a start at St. Brigid's Church Hall, through St. Michael's College School, and St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto. Most recently, Howard was thrilled to be a part of Scarborough Music Theatre.

STEPHEN CHEREVATY ’63 of Mississauga died on April 6, 2013. Born April 24, 1945, Stephen was the muchloved dad of Elizabeth and Stephanie, and loving grandpa of Eden. Son of Nicholas and Mary (both deceased) of Winnipeg, Steve will be greatly missed as the brother of Elaine, David, Louise, and Marion; godfather of nephews Randy Smith and Kent Cherevaty; and as a brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and loyal friend. Steve's working life began at Cherevaty's Food Market and later continued with Crothers Caterpillar and Dominion Foods. Steve was known for his love for family and friends, his quick wit, fondness for cars, music, and the written word, as well as his storytelling, hard work, generosity, and appreciation for nature.

MICHAEL FEHELEY ’63 died peacefully, at home, on July 20, 2015. He shared many great adventures with his wife Ursula and lived life fully. He had, the week earlier, celebrated his 70th birthday with family, including sons David and Patrick and grandchildren Taryn and Miles.

He will be missed by his sisters Sylvia, Patricia, and Jody.

After retiring from an acclaimed career in television documentaries, Michael was able to enjoy his passions for all things outdoors, including birding and canoeing.

ANTHONY PIGNATARO ’68, born March 8, 1949, died on March 26, 2016. Anthony was born in Rende, Italy, immigrating to Canada in 1952. He enjoyed a 32-year career as an elementary school teacher for the Toronto Catholic District School Board. Anthony was ordained a permanent deacon in 34

1992 and served as a volunteer Chaplain at Sancta Maria House, a group home for young women, for fifteen years.

In 2005, Anthony received a Diploma in Spiritual Direction from Regis College and was inducted as a member of Alpha Sigma Nu, the honor society of Jesuit institutions of higher education. For Anthony, the craft of writing — poetry, music, reflections — was an avocation he enjoyed throughout his life. He published his first book, From Under A Linden Tree, in 2011. Anthony is survived by his wife Laura, son Michael, and daughter Danielle.

JOHN CERRE ’71 passed away in 1989. John was born in Toronto on May 27, 1952 and began his hockey career at the age of three on the backyard rink. He was first coached by his father Charles Cerre who also coached such greats as Tim Horton ’49, Dick Duff ’55, and Frank Mahovlich ’57, during their years at St. Michael’s. John attended St. Michael’s from 1966-71 and excelled on the Bantam, Junior, Juvenile and Jr. B Buzzers teams. He also played for the All Star St. Mike’s Junior B Buzzers during the 1971 and 1972 seasons. John continued his studies and hockey career at Queen’s University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree, while starring on the Golden Gaels hockey club for five seasons. John chose to make Kingston his home and was employed by Pitney Bowes from 1979-85. He subsequently joined Motorola Canada and was promoted to Area Sales Manager in 1988. John was diagnosed with cancer in 1986 but his determination, sense of humour, and amazing strength carried him, his family, and many friends through his illness until his death on June 7, 1989. He was a very special person who touched the lives of many and brought love and laughter to those who knew him. John is lovingly remembered by his wife Paula and their three daughters, Catlin, Bridget, and Rachel, all of whom share his love for the great game of hockey.

JOHN CROSARIOL ’77 died on October 19, 2016, at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre at the age of 58, surrounded by his family. Survived by his dear brother Beppi ’79 and loving wife Therese Cartier, John will always be remembered by Scott, Ryan, Shawn, and Christopher.

MARK HENDERSON '78 died on September 2, 2016 in Toronto at the age of 57 years. Beloved son of his late parents Arthur and Geraldine, Mark will be dearly missed by his sister Nancy, and will be lovingly remembered by his many aunts, cousins and dear friends.

TIM BROSNAHAN ’79 died at the age of 54. Predeceased by his parents John and Bridget, he leaves to mourn his sisters Maureen, Nora, and Kathleen, and his beloved nephews and nieces Colleen, Neil, Naomi, and Malcolm, as well as his best friend Sharon Fellows. A graduate in Journalism from Ryerson University, Tim loved to communicate and trade stories with all he met. His laughter will be missed.

MARC COLVIN (1979-81) died peacefully in Calgary, on November 17, 2016. Treasured son of Jeannine and the late Bill, brother of Bill and Jamie, loving husband of Julie, beloved father of Emma and William, and loving uncle of Cody, Brittany, Kate, Sara, and Ava, Marc grew up in Huntsville, where he was a great athlete. He played Jr. A hockey for the Orillia Travelways, then went on to play NCAA hockey on a scholarship at Michigan Tech University, putting much of that expertise to use helping to coach his son’s hockey team in New Liskeard, Ontario, for several years. Marc also enjoyed golf and fishing, but most especially, his family. Marc was taken too soon, will be dearly missed, and never forgotten.

BERNARD JACKSON '87 died August 4, 2016. Member of the Blue Raiders Basketball Hall of Fame.

SISTER SUSAN MORAN, OLM died suddenly on December 18, 2016 at the Residence of Our Ladies Missionaries. Sister Susan was born in Montreal to her beloved parents Thomas and Kathleen. She was raised in Toronto and studied at Loretto Abbey and Toronto Teacher's College. After teaching in Toronto for a few years, she entered Our Ladies Missionaries in 1963. She continued to teach in Toronto and worked as a Pastoral Minister at St. Michael's College School, which led to her co-founding the Out of the Cold program. Sister Susan obtained her Masters in Theological Studies at St. Augustine's College. She was also awarded the Order of Canada and received many recognitions for her work with the homeless, to whom she devoted her love and her life. Sister Susan will be sadly missed by her sister Maureen (Michael Eustace ’53) and her brother Dan ’61. She was the loving aunt of Mary Jo, DeeDee, Michael, Liz, Ed ’91, and Paul, and 12 great-nieces and nephews.

PLEASE ALSO REMEMBER FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF THE ST. MICHAEL’S COMMUNITY: Rado Krevs, father of Rado '74 and Paul '82; Joseph Bognar, grandfather of staff member Kristy Onyeaju; Vincenza Trentadue, mother of Frank ’84, grandmother of Carlo ’09, Frank Jr. ’12, and Elias Naim ’18; Pasquale Cammareri, father of Tony ’81; Pietro Mendolia, grandfather of Peter ’16; Teresa Tulipano, mother-in-law of Gino Saccone ’80; Carmela Marrese, mother of Michael ’69; Stella Watt, wife of Bob Watt ’55; Gayle Fremeau, sister of Pat ’57; Kathleen Pederson, grandmother of Noel Hoefenmayer (2013-15) and Justin Hoefenmayer ’19; Archie Murphy, father-in-law of Mike Ross ’86; Mary Margaret Callaghan, mother of Chris ’83, mother-in-law of Laura, SMCS Learning Enrichment Centre teacher, and grandmother to Paul ’14; Sandra Cowan, mother of William ‘Jack‘ Foran ’18; Reynold McCarron, father of Mike ’79 and grandfather of Patrick ’11; Matthew Haffey, father of Joe ’73, Dan ’77, and Sam ’82, and uncle of Peter ’81.

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