Old Boys’ Obituaries
ated in 1949 with a BA in mathematics and physics. He then went to work at the Canadian Armament and Development Establishment (CARDE) in Valcartier, Que., where he stayed until 1969. In the early years of his career at CARDE, David continued his education and in 1955 earned his masters of science and applied mathematics. In 1977, David joined the Royal Military College in Kingston, Ont., where he worked in the computer centre until his retirement in 1987. David is survived by his children Molly, Christine, Paul and Joyce, and seven grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife, Ailsa Howden Balfour, and his brother, Ian ‘46. 1947 John D. Heintzman John (Jack) Douglas Heintzman passed away on July 3, 2012, in Horseshoe Valley, Ont. He attended St. Andrew’s from 1937–42. Following this he went to work for the
family business, Heintzman & Co., and after a number of years went on to further business ventures that led him to Greavette Boatworks in Gravenhurst, Ont., and Arawak Club in Gregory Town in the Bahamas. Jack was an avid equestrian and devoted years of service to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and Royal Horse Show held in Toronto. He was passionate about the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, boating, and gardening. He and his wife, Fay, retired to a farm in Oro Station, Ont. Jack is survived by his wife, his children Marion, Michelle, John and James (Corrie), and his five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother Charles ‘41. 1956 William H. Comstock William Henry (Chip) Comstock passed away on May 8, 2012 in London, Ont. He attended St. Andrew’s from 1951–56, where he was a member of the 1st Swim team. After graduating he became the owner and operator of Competition Motors Ltd. in London, Ont. Over the years, he ran a successful dealership which eventually became known as Competition Toyota. He is survived by daughters Karin Comstock (Alfredo), Kristin McKenzie (Andy), four grandchildren, and Mary Comstock. 1962 H. Douglas Roberts Harry Douglas Roberts passed away on May 13, 2012 in Tidnish, N.S. He attended St. Andrew’s College from 1957–61, where he was a member of 1st Football and 1st Hockey. He went on to attend Dalhousie University. Harry was successful as a financial advisor, real estate agent,
business consultant, and entrepeneur. While tradition was a core principle for Doug, his entire lifetime was a learning experience. He embraced innovation and new experiences, ranging from the latest building technologies, to the world of Apple, and white water rafting in Alaska in 2010. His interests included following sports, particularly football and golf, and honing his construction and woodworking skills. Harry is survived by his children, Katharine (Kerby) Elizabeth Kociancic, Clair Douglas Roberts and their mother, Betty (Hicks) MacLaren (Bob); Monique Allen, Christine Melanson and their mother Germaine Melanson; his five grandchildren; his treasured friend Jean Bednarski; and his brother Edward ‘57 (Eve). In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother (Peter) and his infant son, Patrick. 1963 Brian D. Proctor Brian D’arcy Proctor passed away on April 17, 2012. He attended St. Andrew’s College from 1956–63, where he served as Prefect. After graduation, Brian went to Western University. He began his career at Upper Canada College where he taught geography, coached hockey and was Upper School House master from 1976–83. Brian and his family moved to Port Hope in 1983, where he became director of admissions at Trinity College School until his retirement in 2002. From 1983–90 he ran a summer hockey camp inside the Soviet Union for Canadian and American youths that fostered cultural exchange among the participants. After his ‘retirement’ he founded Education Connections (an educational
Trinity College School
1940 David P. Flemming David Paul Flemming passed away on July 13, 2012 in Kingston, Ont. He attended St. Andrew’s from 1936–40 when he received the Old Boys Medal in Mathematics. David served overseas during the Second World War in the Radar Training Centre, Canadian Infantry Corps in Holland. After the war he attended the University of Toronto and gradu-
consulting business), which enabled him to guide troubled teens and their families to therapeutic programs. He is survived by his wife, Lee, sons Gordon and Andrew (Veronica), a grandson, and his sister Sheila Madsen (Soren). 1986 Peter Thwaites Peter John C. Thwaites passed away on August 7, 2012 in Kingston, Jamaica. He attended St. Andrew’s College from 1984–86, where he played 1st Squash and 1st Cricket. Peter went on to study at George Brown College in Toronto before return-
Peter Thwaites and wife Karen
ing to Jamaica and a career as a contracting consultant, and the pursuit of his favourite pastime, sailing. He is survived by his wife, Karen (nee Gaynair), and children Peter John, Racquel and Chloe; parents Peter John and Mary; sister Nancy; and in-laws David, Margaret, and Wendy. www.sac.on.ca 71