In Memoriam

John “Bud” Douris ’50 passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Saturday, December 3, 2022, in his 92nd year. He was the loving husband of the late June Douris, and will be sadly missed by his companion of 22 years, Marion Mather. John was the beloved father of Christopher (Diane), Mark (Ruth Anne), Jacques (Caren), Catharine and Kelly (Gord) and a proud grandfather of 12. He was predeceased by his sisters Ann and Joyce and brothers Ma ’51, Bill ’54, and Drew ’53. John had a rewarding career as a teacher, and he thoroughly enjoyed many years of retirement.

Michael James Sheehan ’51 passed away peacefully at ARCH with his family at his side on Monday, December 20, 2021. Loving husband of Linda (nee McQuain) and devoted father of Colleen (Greg), Kathy (Eddy), Erin, Terry (Lisa), and Michaela (Ma ). Michael was also a loving grandfather and greatgrandfather to many. He was predeceased by his parents, Dan and Jessimae Sheehan and his siblings. He was the heart of his and extended family, who looked to him for guidance and were comforted by his strength and faith throughout their lives. Michael had a great sense of humour and was an outdoor enthusiast who loved camping, shing, and hunting.

Remembering Stan MacLellan ’55

In the Summer 2021 Blue Banner paid tribute to Stan MacLellan ’55. Recently, his daughter, Cristine Donovan, shared memories of her father. “Anyone who knew Stan knew that he was a determined and creative man, constantly seeking new challenges. He thrived on being busy, improving situations for others, developing his business career, contributing to charitable organizations, mentoring young and old, being loyal to his friends, especially deeply loving his family and participating in his Church community. One of Stan’s greatest contributions was to the Fr. Henry Carr Farm and the Basilian community.” Stan’s legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of so many, including his family, friends, and the SMCS community.

Gerard (Gerry) John Patrick Scallen ’55 passed away on September 25, 2022. He is predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Mary Helen. He was the loving father of Mark (Maggie), Stephen (Denine), and Greg (Talitha), grandfather and great-grandfather. He had a passion for sports, played and followed hockey, but cheered for all the teams his family supported. Spy novels brought him great joy and were read and reread. He was devoted to the Church and lived his faith by donating his time, clothing, and food, particularly to support people who wanted to improve their lives and situations.

Daniel Michael Bourke ’56 passed away on May 19, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Margaret and the loving father of eresa (Ian), Carol (John), Michael (Caroline), and Laura (Roy). Daniel was the cherished grandfather of Adam, Ma hew, and Nicole, Beverly and Emily, Sarah, Andrea and Kaitlin as well as a proud grandad to his eight great-grandchildren.

James Francis (Frank) Kielty ’56 passed peacefully on January 12, 2023. A proud husband to Mary Patricia, father to Brendan, Patrick (Silvia), Kevin (Patricia) and John (Mapi), and grandfather, Frank was supportive of every life endeavour his family undertook. At St. Michael’s College School, Frank excelled at sports, especially football, as quarterback of the city champion, Kerry Blues. His hockey success led to many years later co-founding the St. Mike’s Old Timers hockey club. He would wish to pay the highest tribute to the order of Basilian priests, the educators who were an enduring in uence in Frank’s life.

George Michael White ’57 died peacefully on February 11, 2023, at the Civic Hospital a er a one-month illness. He is survived by his wife of nearly 59 years, Julienne; children Micheline (Fraser Cole), Christine (Andrew Goss), and Desmond (Catherine White); grandchildren; and sister Mary Ellen Grenier. He a ended St. Michael’s College School and studied engineering physics at the University of Toronto, where he met Julienne, an arts student. ey married in 1964 and lived in Calgary, where he completed his PhD in physics before moving to Dublin for a postdoctoral fellowship. George died as he lived - in the powerful embrace of his loving family.

John Joseph Stanislaus McRae ’59 was called by God to eternal life on April 27, 2023, at the age of 87. John is survived by his beloved and treasured wife of 47 years, Susan Rose, his brother Michael (Tricia), his sons John, Joseph, Peter, Ma hew, Mark, and daughter Virginia, son-in-law Frank and his daughters-in-love Susan, Jeane e, Amy, Natalie, and Kristen. He was also a blessed grandfather to 14 grandchildren. John was a gi ed athlete, a lover of the lessons of hockey and golf, and a proud St. Michael’s Man.

Karl Popow ’68 passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at the age of 73. e Tweed, Ontario resident will be remembered by his son Ma hew ’03 much. Mourning his passing are his brothers, Stephen and Michael and his sisters-in-law, Margaret, Kumiko and Robin, his cousin, and his many nieces and nephews.

Kevin Joseph O’Sullivan ’76 passed away suddenly on January 25, 2023. Beloved husband of Jacinta (nee Kelly) and devoted father to Aidan and Conor. Kevin was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Rita O’Sullivan, and his brothers, Michael and Gerald. He is survived by his siblings Brian (Ginny), Maureen (Joe Mulcahy) and Shawn, as well as his 14 Canadian nieces and nephews. Kevin will

Joseph (Joe) Graf ’73

September 28, 2022, a er a lengthy illness. roughout his life, he was a devoted son to his parents, Stephen (1998) and Maria (2021). Joe is survived by his wife, Lori, of 44 years, and his beloved children, Christina and Rene, Ma hew and Jennifer. His grandchildren, Claire, Rohin, Ravi and Adam and his two cats, Toby and Taz, will miss their Papa very uninterrupted years with them and Lorraine before his passing. who told them the best bedtime stories, and who constantly supported them in anything and everything they sought out to do. Next to his family, Michael’s passion was his school, Jarvis C.I., where he was the proud principal for the past 10 years. of 58. He is survived by his mother, Helen; his three elder brothers, Frank ’76, Mike ’78 (Erica), and Dan ’79 (Julia); his younger sister, Mary Ann (Mark); and many nieces and nephews. Tom earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto and followed in his father’s footsteps in working with the London Life Insurance Company. He went on to spend time in the wine, beer, and spirits business and most recently worked in the golf industry, which was a true passion for him. omas will be very sadly missed by all those who knew him.

Ra aele Albano ’93 passed away on February 17, 2023, at the age of 48. He will be forever missed by his loving wife, Giulia and was a devoted and proud father to Luca and Emma. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, relatives, friends, colleagues and neighbours near and far. Ra aele is now reunited in heaven with his parents Carmine and Lidia, and his fathers-in-law Nicola and Germano. He will never be forgo en by his mother-in-law, Maria, his sister Antonella (Giuseppe), brothers-in-law Joseph, Frank (Denise) and his nieces and nephews.

Cosimo Bagge a, grandfather of Jack Bagge a ’28; Dr. Victor G. Bethune, grandfather to Josiah ’23; Delko Blazanin, grandfather of Delko ’23 and Ante ’25; Ramona Caporicci, mother of Leo ’21 and Gianluca ’24; Shanyn Cashore, grandmother to Maria (SMCS sta ); Maria D’Angelo, grandmother to Sarah (SMCS sta ), great grandmother to Christian ’22 and Noah Skalnik ’25; Anica Dejak, mother of Michael ’71, Frank ’73, and omas ’77; Lino Di Iorio, father of Elio ’89 and Anthony (1989-1992); Pauline ‘Polly’ Dunford, mother-in-law of Paul Fitzpatrick ’95 (SMCS sta ); Noreen Findlay, wife of Frank Findlay ’52; Caroline Kawa, sister of Lucas ’08; Maria Lombardi, grandmother of Alessandra (SMCS Sta ) and Stefan ’21 and omas ’21 Cosentino; Vi orio Panza, grandfather of Joseph Luongo ’10; Jaroslav Petruck, grandfather of Mitchell Petruck ’12; Anne e Po er, grandmother of Benjamin Po er ’23; Wallace Robson, grandfather of William ’22 and Trenton ’24; Luigi Rovazzi, father of Frank ’77, Massimo ’77, and Paolo ’88; George Sapp, grandfather of Bryn McLeod ’23; Anna Salvatore, grandmother of Guiseppe Tropea (SMCS sta ); Joan Schmidt, wife of Ted Schmidt ’57; Susan Christina Sweeney, mother of Eugene ’81 and Peter ’82, grandmother of Robert ’06, Peter ’07, Patrick ’08, Daniel (Kearney) ’10, Niall ’11, and Declan ’13; Michael Yates, father of Andrew ’20.

Loving God, we ask that all our alumni and their families who have departed this world may rejoice in Heaven by your side. May all our souls be united once more in the a erlife.

Eternal rest grant unto our deceased alumni, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.