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New Principal Volume 18 ~ Spring/Summer 2015 Greg Reeves ’73 Returns to St. Mike’s... p. 8 10 Double Blue Machine 12 e Event of the Spring 14 Life at 5000 feet 35 Welcome Class of 2015 letters to the editore bann bblu er message from the president HAEL’S COLLEGE S ST. MIC CHOOL Dear St. Michael's Alumni and Friends,

The St. Michael’s College School alumni magazine, Blue Banner, The end of every school year turns into a bittersweet time, is published two times per year. It reflects the history, accomplishments sweet for the promise of rest and rejuvenation ahead during the lazy hazy crazy days of summer, but bitter too and stories of graduates and its purpose is to promote collegiality, for the farewells that often accompany this time of year. respect and Christian values under the direction of the Basilian Fathers. On Graduation Day, we send our Grade 12 students through the Arch on Bathurst Street into the world as PRESIDENT: Fr. Jeff Thompson, CSB ’79 CONTACT DIRECTORY St. Michael's Alumni of the Class of 2015. We have EDITOR: Gavin Davidson ’93 St. Michael’s College School: shared so many years and pursuits in Catholic education www.stmichaelscollegeschool.com with them, we have grown with them, we have come to CO-EDITOR: Michael De Pellegrin ’94 Blue Banner Online: www.mybluebanner.com know them very well, and now in one fell swoop they are all gone. Today's nostalgic sentiments will melt into CONTRIBUTORS Basilian Fathers: www.basilian.org future smiles when we will happily see them again in our Kimberley Bailey, Michael McIsaac ’01, Brandon Sousa CISAA (Varsity Athletic Schedule): www.cisaa.ca hallways as men of the world who will return to visit us during their Mid-Semester Breaks, Reading Weeks, ’07, Jillian Kaster, Pat Mancuso ’90, Harold Moffat ’52, : www.twitter.com/smcs1852 Alumni Reunions, and school tours with their own sons. Marc Montemurro ’93, Joe Younder ’56, Advancement Office: [email protected] May God’s blessings guide them throughout their lives. Stephanie Nicholls, Fr. Jeff Thompson, CSB ’79. Alumni Affairs: [email protected] After his distinguished eighteen years of outstanding Archives Office: [email protected] TABLE OF CONTENTS contributions to the life and legacy of St. Michael's Message from the President 3 Blue Banner Feedback: [email protected] College School, it is difficult to bid farewell to Dr. Terry as he prepares to assume the Headmas- Alumni Association Message 4 Communications Office: [email protected] Sheridan ’89 tership of Northmount School for Boys. St. Michael's Tel: 416-653-3180 ext. 292 Editor’s Letter 5 sincerely thanks Terry for being an inspirational and Fax: 416-653-8789 visionary leader and colleague for all of us, and we wish Letters to the Editor 6 E-mail: [email protected] him every success at Northmount. At the same time, New Principal Greg Reeves ’73 8 St. Michael's happily welcomes back Greg Reeves ’73 • Admissions (ext. 195) to serve the school as our 29th principal. Greg brings Double Blue Machine: Patrick Brown ’97 to Lead PC Party 10 • Advancement (ext. 118) with him a wealth of experience in Catholic education in • Alumni Affairs (ext. 273) the Province of Ontario, and we look forward to his lead- The Event of the Spring: Order of St. Michael 12 ership as we collaborate to move forward together into • Archives (ext. 457) Life at Five-thousand Feet 14 new levels of achievement and success. • Arena (ext. 422) Men of St. Michael’s: Michael McIsaac ’01 16 ’s, dedicated presidency of the • Communications (ext. 292) Marc Montemurro ’93 Securing our Future by Giving Back 18 Alumni Association has kept us Old Boys informed and • Finance (ext. 239) involved in the life of the school through traditional Where Are They Now, Teacher Edition: reunions and gatherings, as well as new and creative Nicola DiPinto ’67 19 • Main Reception (ext. 0) initiatives. Thanking Marc sincerely for his leadership • Mporium – school store (ext. 431) Where Are They Now 20 and guidance over the last three years, we now happily • Property Manager (ext. 129) welcome into his new role as Presi- In Memoriam 24 Frank Di Nino ’80 • President – Fr. Jeff Thompson, CSB ’79 (ext. 174) dent of the Alumni Association. We look forward to his The Way We Were: Sports Teams direction in support of advancing the mission of our Could Take a Page from SMCS 33 • Principal – Mr. Greg Reeves ’73 (ext. 139) school, and to his inspiration for the ongoing celebra- • Vice Principal – Mr. Emile John ’87 (ext. 156) tions of our brotherhood together. Thank You Marc! 34 • Vice Principal – Mr. David Lee ’94 (ext. 179) Welcome Class of 2015 35 Publications Mail Agreement #40006997

Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 alumni association message editor’s letter

small way I helped carry Dear Readers, that fill them, give us great hope for a future that builds on the wisdom of my on the great work of those that have gone before them. teachers, the guidance The St. Michael’s Com- of my mentors, and the munity has suffered Regardless of these changes, there is one source of fostering of our commu- heavily with loss over the inspiration from St. Michael’s that remains constant… nity. I hope that I helped past few months. Not alumni of various generations simultaneously getting all of you feel a little only is our ‘In Memo- out into the community, doing good, and achieving closer to the school, and riam’ section thicker greatness. Not only is this issue stocked full of made you all feel than usual with tributes examples of exactly that, alumni from across a genera- welcome within this to alumni who have tional divide have contributed to packing the pages full of action, ensuring we have neither time nor reason to community. passed on, we have also lost a number of men hang our heads in trying times. who helped make the As my term as President school what it is today. It was a treat to have former editor, comes to an end, I would Blue Banner Joe regale us with stories from the Order of like to thank everyone for this wonderful opportunity. Younder ’56 Fr. Norman Fitzpatrick, CSB, a recipient of the Order of St. Michael at the Liberty Grand – his experiences as I would like to specially thank the hard working staff of St. Michael, made the decision to take the school fully emcee transcribed in these pages. Travel scribe Bran- the Advancement Office, without them much of what we private, setting the stage for it to become what it is don Sousa ’07 regales us with tales of his journey to the do as an Alumni Association would not be possible, and today. Eddy Narducci was a constant and much-loved Himalayas, but he’s not trying to make you jealous – each member of the Alumni Association Executive for presence at the school since 1981, inspiring countless really, he’s not. Meanwhile Larry Colle ’69, who teaches their support and dedication to the school. students during his 33-year teaching career. Less known, a course about the losing sports tradition in Toronto, lets but no less integral, was Hubert Vogt Sr., the former us know he actually started out by talking about teams I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Frank SMCS plant manager and the fellow known to Blue that won something – the St. Mike’s Majors and Buzzers, Di Nino ’80 as the incoming President of the Alumni Banner readers as the man who built the arena. They were in this edition of ‘The Way We Were’. Association for the 2015-18 term. Frank recently com- joined in passing by Fr. Daniel Chui, CSB, who spent four pleted his term as first vice president on the 2012-15 years teaching at St. Mike’s in the early 2000s. Michael McIsaac ’01 is the feature of another regular Alumni Executive. He is incredibly dedicated to section, being acclaimed as this issue’s ‘Man of St. Mike’s and shows great passion through his consis- Each of these men made their indelible mark on the St. Michael’s’ in anticipation of his planned 51 km swim tent presence at the school, volunteering during events, school and their contributions will be remembered. across to raise $100,000 for charity. We offering his time to mentor students and alumni, and We are also thankful for the contributions of a number of also share the continued success of track star Justyn with his generous donations. Frank currently serves as dedicated servants to the school who are departing to Knight ’14 and others in ‘Where Are They Now’, and the Chairman of the Order of St. Michael Advisory pursue other endeavours. In the case of Fr. John Reddy, pay tribute to the Class of 2015, who are about to join Committee. CSB and Gino Saccone ’80, we wish them all the best the ranks of the alumni. And of course, regular contribu- in their retirement. We also wish Dr. Terry Sheridan ’89 tor Pat Mancuso ’90 is back with another installment of great success as he takes on a new challenge and give ‘Where Are They Now: Teacher Edition”, this time profil- Marc Montemurro ’93 our wholehearted thanks for his ing Nick DiPinto ’67. years of dedication to the Alumni Association. We wish But perhaps the biggest story of success and St. Michael’s Marc Montemurro ’93 Marc, and all departing members of our community, great success and happiness. values is that of ’s victory in the President, Alumni Association Patrick Brown ’97 Ontario PC leadership race. Just another example of a Happiness. It seems like something that might be in St. Michael’s man leading the way. short supply after spending three paragraphs writing PAST PRESIDENTS about the departing and departed. However, the good- Joyous reading! Josh Colle ’92, Romeo Milano ’80, Peter Thurton ’81, Denis Caponi Jr. ’86, Rob Grossi ’72, Paul Grossi ’69, Daniel Brennan ’70, byes are accompanied by greetings and good wishes as John McCusker ’57, William Metzler ’65, John Bonvivere ’50 †, Michael Duffy ’65, Ross Robertson ’64, William Rosenitsch ’57, we welcome incoming Alumni Association President, Paul Thomson ’65, John G. Walsh ’58 †, Frank Thickett ’57, W. Frank Morneau ’59, Frank Glionna ’53 †, George Cormack ’49, , new Principal, , and Richard Wakely ’64 †, Gordon Ashworth ’45 †, Peter D’Agostino ’42 †, G.J. McGoey ’58 †, Paul McNamara ’40 †, Joseph Frank Di Nino ’80 Greg Reeves ’73 Primeau ’28 †, Dick Foster ’30†. the return of Greg Hook ’80 in his new role as Chief Gavin Davidson ’93 Operating Officer. These appointments, and the men Editor

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 letters to the editor

Dear Editor, Dear Editor, for SMC. My brothers, Joe ’45, Paul ’46, and Bill ’48 Dear Editor, I want to thank you and all the others who put the Blue I am a graduate of St. Michael’s College School and will also read the Blue Banner and hopefully, share the I am a proud St. Mike's grad. I visited St. Mike's a few Banner together. I read it cover to cover as soon as it didn’t want to lose the thread back to 1515 Bathurst warm memories of their contemporaries. I had hoped to years ago and was treated royally. When I received infor- arrives. Thanks! Keep up the great work. St. I keep that attachment through the Blue Banner. attend the Turkey Roll last November, but the drive to mation about (last) year's reunion, I made plans to make As I read the Blue Banner, I cannot help but be Toronto in winter conditions was too much of a chal- the trip up to Toronto for a weeklong visit. I was also going Cheers, impressed with the success my fellow graduates have lenge for this Muskoka octogenarian. God bless and to take some of my oldest son’s belongings up to his Rob Stewart ’71 had in the wider community. I have shared that Hoikety Choik, home in Toronto. Unfortunately, I re-injured my knee success as well. St. Michael’s College School certainly (stretched ligaments) and found out that my knee was Ed’s reply: Many thanks for the kind words, Rob. has provided the foundation for Catholic leaders in John Prendergast ’48 (the other family) throbbing after about just three hours of driving. I tried to Who do we make the cheque out to? every field and that is a proud accomplishment. Not get a friend to go up with me and share the driving so he every high school experience goes well for everyone, Ed’s reply: John, thank you for taking the time to write could visit his daughter near Kitchener, but no go. So, but I must confess that my years at St. Mike’s were and for your kind thoughts. Your about the winter despite my best intentions I wasn’t able to drive from Dear Editor, filled with excellent instruction, fun, and good friend- driving issues raises a valid concern for many people Sydney, Nova Scotia for 20 hours to make the reunion. I am so enjoying the and love catching up Blue Banner ships, which unfortunately have, through time, lapsed. coming from afar for Turkey Roll. Perhaps it is time to Flying would leave me grounded and broke after paying on the news. I do wish the publishers would follow up The Blue Banner helps keep me in the loop and for supplement the event with a live webcast? for cabs to go anywhere! on some of the wonderful retired female teaching staff, that, I thank you. though, like Sr. Frances, Mrs. Morra and Mrs. Scandif- If it is possible, please let my 1965 classmates and fio. They may or may not want to be interviewed, but football and hockey teammates, as well as any former T.P. Miller ’58 Dear Editor, it’s just a thought. They all left their ‘mark’, too. teachers and coaches, know that I really wanted to Recently I had the pleasure of meeting up with George Ms. McDougall and Mrs. Pignetti are still there, I know, attend last year and that I’d love to hear from them. Ed’s reply: That’s very nice to hear, T.P., as more than Chuvalo ’55, the former longtime Canadian heavyweight- but they are also two great teachers. anything else the Blue Banner exists to keep alumni boxing champ. In our discussion, he mentioned that he Sincerely yours, engaged with St. Michael’s. Hopefully you are also able attended St. Mike’s, which surprised me as I had never Sincerely, to make it to Turkey Roll or one of the other events at heard it mentioned before. He even said that he was Andy Culligan ’65 Mary Jane Irving [email protected] the school – as there is nothing quite like running into proud of the fact that he went to his first fight wearing

someone you haven’t seen since high school and his St. Mike’s jacket. I thought this might be of interest Ed’s reply: An absolutely fabulous idea, Mary Jane. Ed’s reply: Happy to let them all know, Andy. And it’s picking up right where you left off. to some of your readers. I had English with Sr. Frances and I’d like to think she sounding more and more like a webcast of the Turkey Roll . did something right! Over to you, Pat Mancuso ’90. Regards, would be a great idea. Over to you, Frank Di Nino '80

Dear Editor, Sam D’Uva ’74 The Blue Banner arrived in Monday's mail and through Dear Editor, the supper hour and early evening, I soaked up the Ed’s Reply: Really, appreciate your Your recent edition made the men of St. Michael's ‘Double Blue’ goodies therein. Firstly, congratulations to submission, Sam. While I was proud - at least this one alum anyway. Also - these Fr. Thompson, CSB ’79, on his ‘presidential appoint- aware that George is not only an magazines, mailings, etc. are still going to my parents' ment’. His endorsement of Fr. Holmes, CSB and Fr. Foy, house. Can you forward this to whoever updates these alumnus, but also a big booster of CSB - both great guys and classmates at SMC Bay St. things so they have my proper address? St. Mike’s, I hadn’t heard the story - was heartwarming. Fr. Art was not only a long-time Much obliged, about the jacket, which is just family friend, but a good buddy and teammate on a few wonderful. Do I sense a future Toronto Hockey League and Catholic Youth Organiza- cover? Sean Clarke '00 tion teams. I had the pleasure of a visit when he was in

Calgary shortly before his passing. The heirs and Ed’s reply: Sean, thanks for your support. We’ve made relatives of the Baigent, Bracken, and Canning families the change in address and are glad you are enjoying are witnesses to the depth of love and respect we share the Banner.

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 From 1989-2004, Reeves served as principal of five st. michael’s college school appoints different Catholic schools. From 1993-96, Reeves was new principal, greg reeves ’73 assigned as Principal of Curriculum for elementary and secondary schools for the Peterborough, Victoria, In May, St. Michael’s College School announced the Fathers gave me such a great start in life, I feel grateful Northumberland, and Clarington Catholic District appointment of Mr. Greg Reeves as its 29th principal, to be able to give back and serve in Catholic Educa- School Board. welcoming home a distinguished leader in Catholic tion. St. Mike’s has a great tradition and I am pleased education and a proud alumnus. Reeves was intro- to continue to extend its legacy into the future.” In 2004, Reeves was appointed Supervisory Officer duced and welcomed into the St. Mike’s family on May for the Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland, and 22 at a staff meeting. He will transition into his new role Clarington Catholic District School Board, a position over the course of the summer and officially begin his he held until 2011. During this time, he oversaw 13 new role on September 1, 2015. different schools in the board and managed a number of key portfolios. In 2011, he was promoted to Director “St. Michael’s College School and the Basilian Fathers of Education in the same school board, managing 31 are very pleased to welcome Greg Reeves back home elementary schools and six secondary schools. Top row, L-R: Ava D’Alessandro (grandchild), to St. Mike’s. We look forward to being enriched by his Mike D’Alessandro (son-in-law), Marcy (daughter) with Andrew D’Alessandro (grandchild), Doreen (daughter-in-law), many gifts and talents, and we join in collaboration Despite spending most of his career in Peterborough, Jeff (son) with Luke (grandchild) with him as he helps to guide our outstanding school Reeves has maintained a strong connection to his Bottom row, L-R: Mike (son), Karen (wife), Principal Greg Reeves, Kathleen (daughter) to new levels of achievement and success,” said alma mater, returning to coach hockey from 1977-81, , President of and supporting various alumni events and fundraisers Fr. Jefferson Thompson, CSB ’79 Joshua (son of St. Michael‘s College School. over the years at SMCS. Doreen & Jeff)

After graduating from St. Michael’s, Reeves earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsyl- “It seems as though anywhere you vania, Philadelphia, in 1977. He obtained his Bachelor Reeves leadership style is rooted in his commitment to go in this world, you will find a of Education from the Ontario College of Teachers in family and a faith-filled lifestyle. His collaborative connection to St. Mike’s. It’s a wonderful community 1978, and in 1992, Reeves graduated from Niagara approach, and strong communication and human with relationships and connections that last well University, New York, with a Master of Science in relation skills, are complemented with a healthy sense beyond your student days,” states Reeves. “St. Education. Reeves now returns back home to of humor. Michael’s College School is a special place, providing St. Michael’s following a a unique brand of education that produces future 37-year career in Catholic “For me, it’s God, family, and career in that order,” Catholic leaders. I am very proud to lead this commu- education highlighted by a explains Reeves. “Balance is important and is the key nity into the future and look forward to working with the notable 30 years in admin- to maintaining a healthy mind, body, and spirit.” parents, staff and students.” istrative roles in Catholic elementary and secondary His career in education started in 1978 when he Reeves takes over for Dr. Terence Sheridan ’89, who schools. accepted a teaching position at St. Dominic Catholic was recently named Headmaster of Northmount Elementary School in the Dufferin-Peel Catholic School, after spending 18 years at St. Michael’s, “I am honoured and District School Board. In 1985, Reeves was named to including the last five as principal. humbled to be appointed his first administrative position as Vice Principal of Principal of St. Michael’s St. Joachim’s Elementary School, and in 1988 moved College School,” says to the vice principal’s position at St. Basil’s Elementary Reeves. “The Basilian School in .

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 double blue machine: patrick brown ’97 to lead ontario PC party Prime Minister Harper on official visits to Japan, He held that seat for six years until he moved into Thailand, South Korea, and India (and) played a leader- federal politics. Gavin Davidson ’93 ship role on international affairs for the federal govern- ment. He is chairman of the Canada-India Parliamen- Brown recently resigned as the MP for Barrie and as of It became official on Saturday, May 9. tary Association, which focuses on building relations press time he does not yet hold a seat in the Provincial The party of Bill Davis’ ‘Big Blue Machine’ with one of the world’s fastest growing economies. Legislature. Hot on the heels of former leader John is now the ‘Double Blue Machine’, under Mr. Brown has also served on the executive of the Tory’s failure to win a seat after taking on current the guidance of alumnus Patrick Brown. In Commonwealth Parliamentary Association.” premiere Kathleen Wynne, in her Don Valley West what was considered by some to be a riding, it will be interesting to see what strategy Brown fractious campaign, Brown won with the Brown’s trip to, and focus on, India appears to have been takes in seeking a seat of his own. support of almost two-thirds of the party particularly fruitful, as quoted an unnamed “senior membership, but only five of the 28 MPPs he secured the back- Brown strategist” as saying that comprise the party caucus. Perhaps ing and endorsement that Brown’s time would be that last figure should not be surprising as of new Indian Prime better spent anywhere but Brown was considered the longest of shots Minister Modi, who Queen’s Park as “not much at the start of the race. However, he quickly Brown showed great happens” around the legisla- attained frontrunner status, leaving multiple foresight in wooing ture. While this anonymous challengers resigning in his wake, thanks, when Modi was comment raises some as even his opponents admit, to superior himself a provincial serious concerns about our organizational skills, tireless effort, and leader. In most cases democracy, the same source relentless vision and focus. the ability of ‘celeb- goes on to tell the Globe that rity endorsements’ a number of MPPs have to influence voting already offered Brown their As much as the values of St. Michael’s (L-R) Don Cherry, Patrick Brown patterns is question- seats and Patrick himself College School are reflected in Patrick’s on-the-record He should have plenty of experience building bridges, able, but with the wants to be in the legislature views on issues such as same-sex marriage and abor- as Brown has been active in politics since his days at importance of expanding the appeal of the PC brand “more than anything in the world.” tion, it is the qualities common in St. Michael’s men the University of Toronto. He was first elected to the amongst audiences of new and recently arrived Canadi- listed above, and not his socially conservative posi- House of Commons in the 2006 federal election, ans, particularly those arriving from South Asia, the It is a safe assumption that he will be there sooner tioning, that enabled to him to defeat much more defeating an incumbent, and a cabinet minister no support of Modi cannot be understated. Indeed, it prob- rather than later, as Brown has proven himself repeat- established and well-known opponents. He will less. In the fall of 2008, he was re-elected by a margin ably received treble the press coverage of Brown being edly to be a man of action. undoubtedly need now to call again on the lessons of of 15,000 votes and that margin grew to 21,000 votes endorsed by . the Basilians, as he seeks to unite a party prone to when he was re-elected again in the spring of 2011. infighting after spending more than a decade in the Not surprisingly, considering that last fact, Brown is an wilderness of opposition. According to his website, servingbarrie.com, “(i)n the avid hockey player – he was in fact pictured in the

41st Parliament, Patrick (played) an active role in serv- Spring 2012 issue of the Banner dropping the first puck “I’m not going to harbour any grudges,” Brown told the ing as a member of the Standing Committee on Health, at a ceremonial faceoff at his annual charity event in in an interview after his victory. “I’m Globe and Mail as a member of the Neurological Disorders Subcom- Barrie – as well as a tennis player and marathoner. going to welcome with open arms people who mittee, the Scrutiny of Acts and Regulations Commit- Aside from St. Mike’s, Brown’s education included four supported other candidates… But my sense is that tee, the Juvenile Diabetes All Party Caucus, and he is years in political science at the University of Toronto, everyone is ready to work together. I’ve already had the Co-Chair of the Malaria Caucus. In 2011, Patrick extensive French studies at l’University de Trois MPPs contact me… saying they were excited to work was appointed by his party as the Chair for the Central Rivieres and Law School at the University of Windsor. together.” Ontario Caucus,” and also “(i)n recent years, Patrick He got his start in professional politics in 2000, on the

has accompanied and provided strategic advice to city council of Barrie, where he has long family roots. (L-R) Patrick poses with Wayne Gretzky

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 the order of st. michael – a grand success

It was a wonderful gala gathering at the Liberty Grand Nick Di Donato has donated his time and financial Dan Prendergast, after 50-plus years associated with Entertainment Complex on Thursday, April 23, 2015. support by opening his doors to school events, serving St. Michael’s, proudly wears the double blue, giving The Order of St. Michael ceremony, typically held every as a keynote speaker at the school’s annual career day, his time, energy and experience to the school. three years, confers the highest honour that St. and mentoring students in his many adventures. With a Long remembered as a guidance counsellor, vice Michael’s College School can bestow on a member of passion for creation, a love of architecture, a barometer principal, coach, family man and friend to all, he is a its community. It is for trends, and an eye living example of goodness, discipline, and knowl- awarded to individuals for design, the man edge, well deserving of the Order. who embody the Basil- responsible for so ian Fathers’ motto, many local dining Teach me Goodness, innovations has not Discipline, and Knowl- only made a living out edge through their of what he has contribution to the received, but a life out spiritual, academic or of what he has given. material welfare of the school, and the greater community. The mem- Dan Prendergast, after 50-plus years associated with bers of the Order serve (L-R) Hugh McDougall, Dan Prendergast, Fr. Cecil Zinger, CSB, Nick Di Donato ’76 St. Michael’s, proudly wears the double blue, giving as models for our students and all of society. his time, energy and experience to the school. Hugh McDougall played many roles at St. Michael’s - Long remembered as a guidance counsellor, vice as a gifted history teacher, vice principal, and mentor, This year saw Nick Di Donato ’76, Hugh McDougall, principal, coach, family man and friend to all, he is a Dan Prendergast, and Fr. Cecil Zinger, CSB, inducted who got the best from staff and students, who all wanted living example of goodness, discipline and knowledge, into the Order. to do their best for him. In his role as the ‘top sheriff’ in well deserving of the Order. room 214, he administered justice, pardons and passes

Joe Younder ’56, the emcee, pointed out that it was a to re-enter class. Hugh continues to be a presence at Fr. Zinger has and continues to be a spiritual guide, special honour for him to be a part of the evening, having St. Mike’s, attending many school functions. long tending to and nurturing both the students and known and worked with Hugh, Dan and Fr. Zinger for the school gardens. His personal (video) story was one some 50 years, while Nick once sat in his classroom. of humour, love and fond reminiscence, as he recounted his teaching journey and his interactions with students.

It was an evening to remember filled with families, friends and members of the Order of St. Michael, one that was made possible by the tireless efforts of the many volunteers and ultimately by the inductees themselves.

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 life at five-thousand feet Brandon Sousa ’07 Waking up to watch the sunrise while The safari-style tents are a far cry from Away from the rapids of the pole to which they tied it. Witness- having the morning clouds pass the camping that’s done in Northern Ganges River and yoga-enthused ing that cultural experience was as through you seems more like a dream Ontario. There are no sleeping bags on tourists is the town of Chamba rewarding as the views. than reality; but at 5,000 ft., on top of a cold, damp ground, but instead the about an hour drive from the Himalayas, it’s a daily routine. comforts of a spacious tent, bed, and a Rishikesh. At 5,250 ft., your head I had the opportunity to stray from beach view right outside your door. is literally up in the clouds. the Blogger-in-Residence itinerary As a travel writer, I’ve had the opportu- and hike up the mountain to meet Overlooking MHE’s Beach Camp in nity to experience some amazing sites Shivpuri nestled between the Himalayas My itinerary was filled up with activities I settled into my campsite on a the Tamang family. They were immi- on the banks of the Ganges River around the globe – from the beauty of planned by Outward Bound, an interna- 25-acre organic apple orchard that grants from Nepal who settled at Surkanda Devi Temple in Dhanaulti sitting at 9,976 ft. natural wonders of the world to the tional organization focused on outdoor overlooked the Tehri district. At night 6,000 ft. to farm and provide their over a bonfire, you can see the children with a better life. One of culture of major metropolises. India adventures. From gear rafting down the evening lights of the homes in Tehri their sons was on the national volley- was never at the top of my travel white water rapids of the Ganges River shut off one by one. My guide ball team and state cricket team, bucket list, but when I was offered a to crossings on a ropes course over a insisted on teaching me the local and the other an accomplished spot as a Blogger-in-Residence for a Himalayan valley, I spent my days dances and customs of the region, guide and rafter in Rishikesh – Himalayan adventure company, I knew experiencing the beauty of the moun- yet even with my two years in the stories they shared very proudly over it was time to reconsider that list. tains in the most exhilarating ways. St. Mike’s musicals, I wasn’t close a cup of chai tea. Beautiful scenery For rafting enthusiasts, expect class to getting it. and exhilarating rafting could not Too many people conjure up an idea three and four rapids nestled between compete with the experience of that the Himalayas are merely a place the cliffs of the Himalayas. The area is known for its hiking The view from Surkanda Devi Temple sharing a cup of tea with a local and for thrill-seeking mountain climbers to and trails through the mountains. A hearing their personal stories. tackle Mount Everest. They overlook Just outside of Shivpuri is the ‘Yoga true adventure is the steep 2.5 km Capital of the World’ in Rishikesh. the beauty offered by the rest of the hike up to Surkanda Devi Temple in An adventure to Northern India mountain range throughout South Asia. Numerous ashrams throughout the Dhanaulti sitting at 9,976 ft. The isn’t on most people’s travel lists, town allow for visitors to stay and views alone are worth the challenge. but with spectacular views, exhila- Northern India allows those looking for indulge in Hindu culture such as yoga, rating activities, and welcoming a slice of adventure to embrace the meditation, music study, or religious The Surkanda Devi Temple is an locals it’s definitely a location to Himalayas without having to go to the instruction. As a well-trained St. Michael’s active Hindu temple for devout consider. Ideally, travelling to extreme. With an hour flight from Indira man, I couldn’t seem to break the habit believers to give alms. Practicing Northern India is best between Gandhi International Airport in New of making the sign of the cross as I Hindus do the hike up to the March and June, when their Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehra- entered each Hindu temple in town. temple offering a gift to the gods, generally coconut temperature fluctuates between an average low of 20 dun, you’ll be at the foot of these iconic water, and a prayer flag. If their prayer is fulfilled, they degrees Celsius and an average high of 35 degrees Evening ceremonial prayers and offerings mountain ranges in the province of to Mother Ganges at the riverside Witnessing the devotion of Hindus as come back to the temple to remove the flag from the Celsius, with minimal rain. Uttarakhand. they participated in the evening ceremo- nial offerings to ‘Mother Ganges’ can My driver picked me up from the airport really take your breath away. As the sun and took me for an hour drive to the sets, offerings full of flowers and fire flow town of Shivpuri where a breath taking along the current of the Ganges River beach camp sits on the edge of the paying homage to the deceased. Ganges River in Rajaji National Park. Travel Writer Brandon Sousa working at MHE’s Himalayan Camp at Panoramic view of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand. Chamba during mid-day Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 men of st. michael’s: michael mcisaac ’01 It is a charitable organization founded in honour of Douglas Wright, and is racing an Ironman triathlon, On August 21, 2015, devoted to fighting melanoma cancer. I decided then that it was Michael McIsaac, a corpo- An intelligent, energetic, and loving time to get after my dreams rate lawyer at Beard Winter son, brother, and friend, Douglas and chase the four words LLP, is planning to accom- Wright lived life to its fullest, enriching that I longed to hear. plish what is arguably one the lives of those he knew. Sadly, his of the toughest physical time was tragically cut short by mela- In the summer of 2013, I challenges in the world – a noma. I had the good fortune of meet- heard them. I chased those long distance swim across ing Douglas Wright on a handful of four little words again in the Lake Ontario. His is to occasions in the years before his summer of 2014 and again complete a sanctioned passing. Dougie was as good as they the bell tolled “Michael marathon swim commenc- McIsaac, you are an get and I am lucky to call a number of ing in Niagara-on-the-Lake Ironman.” the directors of the Douglas Wright and ending at Marilyn Bell Foundation my friends. Park, in Toronto. His cause Today? Well, today I’m not is the Douglas Wright Foun- satisfied and I long for I chose to partner with the Douglas dation, a registered Cana- more, so I am going to try to Wright Foundation because its board dian charity devoted to swim across Lake Ontario. And in so doing, I am going members are people I know, people I fighting melanoma in Canada. This is Michael’s story… to raise $100,000 for the Douglas Wright Foundation. trust, and people that are honest and accountable.

I know that at the end of the day your money will go Four words can change a life. There are hundreds of registered Canadian charities toward a good cause, run by good, honest, hardwork- SWIM INFORMATION that are all doing fantastic work in the fight against ing people. I take comfort in this and am very proud to “You are an Ironman,” changed mine. cancer. I could have chosen any number of them to stand behind the Douglas Wright Foundation and its Michael will be attempting the tradi-

partner with. Yet, when I decided I wanted to swim initiatives. tional ‘South-to-North’ crossing of Years ago, I re-laced an old pair of running shoes and across Lake Ontario, I knew without question that the went out for a jog. I was in at the time, Lake Ontario, beginning at Niagara- Douglas Wright Foundation would be the benefactor of I am proud of their work because we all have a close, aimlessly finding myself in the borough of Brooklyn. on-the-Lake and ending at Marilyn Bell the charitable efforts associated with my swim. nefarious association with cancer. Everyone, in some

capacity or another likely has less than two degrees of Park in Toronto. This was the route If it sounds romantic, let me set the record straight, it separation from it. It affects our mothers, our brothers, used by 16-year-old Marilyn Bell on wasn’t. The humidity on that July afternoon was absurd. our sons and our daughters. My family is no different. her historic successful crossing of I will never forget it. Had I tried, I probably could have Cancer has terminally affected members of my family, Lake Ontario in 1954. cut the air with a knife, grasped hold of it firmly in my while others in my family have successfully battled hand and carried it around like a wet tennis ball. against it. I am aghast at its prevalence in our society Distance: 51 km

and am determined to give back everything I can to aid I ran and I felt like Atlas (the Titan of Astronomy) Date: August 21, 2015 in its eradication. precariously balancing the humid air on my shoulders Start: 9:00 p.m. as I plodded through Prospect Park without aim. For details on how you can help Michael in his fight On that sun-drenched afternoon, I seem to recall that Expected Finish: 4:00 p.m. against melanoma, visit his website at gravity and her pull of force had somehow increased. on August 22, 2015 crossingforacause.com. Either that, or I was really, really out of shape. Dehy- Back-up date: August 28, 2015 drated yet not demoralized, I limped home over- whelmed by possibility. I had always dreamed of Head up in the clouds in Chamba, India

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 securing our future by giving back where are they now, teacher edition: nicola dipinto ’67 and Reunion, has a seat on the Alumni Executive, and Pat Mancuso ’90 attended the Gala opening of the Centre for the Arts, the lottery events and the Order of St. Michael. As a donor, After 33 years as a modern languages teacher, head of the Of his time at St. Michael’s, Nick has many memories of Ron has named a seat in the theatre, assisted with the Italian Department, and soccer coach, Mr. Nicola DiPinto talented and compassionate teachers whom he came to renovations to the Alumni Lounge, and been a key ’67 decided to hang up his cleats and begin anew: “What I know and respect as a student from 1963-67: “I attended St. supporter of the annual Alumni Spring Reunion and BBQ. like about retirement is the freedom to choose what and Mike’s after living in Canada only six years. I had a difficult time when I want to do things.” with English, yet the patience, understanding, and hard work Ron has a simple answer for why it’s important for him to of teachers like Fr. Rocco Volpe, CSB ’48, Fr. Norm Fitzpat- be involved: Immediately upon leaving St. Michael’s in 2010, Nick assumed rick, CSB, Fr. Paul Sheehan, CSB ’49, Fr. Neil Hibberd, CSB the responsibility of overseeing a ’58 and the great lay staff, Hugh McDougall, Jack Fenn ’54, “St. Mike's was very good to my son and good to me. It was local English as a Second Dan Prendergast, Paul Dignan ’59, and Gerry Marlborough time for me to give back with both my time and my financial Language Program, and although ’59 helped me to graduate and go to university.” A frequent catalyst for alumni to reconnect with the school resources. Some of the gratifying, “it didn’t feel like I was retired anymore, so I didn’t do it As a teacher, a pivotal moment came when he was made head is having a son enter the yellow brick halls. This was the lessons I learned at the following summer.” of the Italian department, replacing his mentor Fr. Rocco Volpe: case with . Ron entered Grade 9 in 1972 St. Mike's were perse- Ron Clarkin '77 “Fr. Rocco was a humble and honest priest revered by both and was involved in the cross-country and wrestling teams. verance, which is a Cooking (Italian-inspired, of faculty and students. He was one of the many outstanding His after school job kept him from being more involved in first-cousin to discipline. course!), gardening, crossword faculty members I tried to emulate.” activities at the school. After SMCS, he finished off his high I also, to this day, puzzles, Sudoku, reading Ken school studies at St. Basil's College School, and then remember some of the Follett novels, and working-out at And Nick is forever grateful to his elementary school friend of attended the University of Waterloo, graduating with an non-picayune rules of the local recreation centre occupy 50 years, Clemente Grassi, who helped Nick attain a teaching engineering degree. Ron later attended Loyola University, in grammar, thanks to the bulk of his time these days. And like many St. Michael’s position at the school. New Orleans, where he graduated with a master’s degree in Fr. Mulcahy, CSB.” teacher-retirees, he has been bitten by a new bug: management. It was when his son started at St. Acton ’09 “Inspired by Joe Yonder ’56’s comments at the 2015 Order of Michael’s in 2005 that Ron re-connected with the school. In December 2014, St. Michael dinner about the golf prowess of Hugh McDougall Ron became a member of the monthly giving donors at and Dan Prendergast, I have decided to take some lessons. And reconnected in a big way! the school. “I contribute monthly to SMCS. It's easy, They are long overdue.” makes sense, is manageable, and is simply another regu- Ron has not only been a financial donor, but has also been lar deduction which I know goes to a great cause.” Family time is often sacrificed when one that the school could count on to regularly volunteer. a teacher’s time and energy is He has assisted with Homecoming and the Turkey Roll Consider becoming a monthly giving donor and visit smcsgive.com. dedicated to lesson planning, meet- 1982 seems to have been a blessed year for Nick and his ing Ministry-mandated curriculum beloved sport of calcio: “As soccer coach, my most memo- GIFTS FROM THE UNITED STATES requirements, and coaching. So it is rable moment was winning the 1982 TDCAA Senior Soccer refreshing to hear Nick and his wife Championship. That was the first senior soccer title in 13 years Vera are now able to enjoy some for St. Michael’s, and that very summer the Italian national St. Michael’s College School community members who live in the United States and wish to make a donation can now make a tax-deductible time for themselves. The DiPintos team won its third World Cup. What a year!” (The Blue Banner contribution to Friends of Independent School and Better Education (FRISBE). Please ensure to ask that it considers a grant to SMCS. FRISBE took a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the staff knows, of course, that Enzo Bearzot and his crew were is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation established to facilitate contributions from U.S. residents to Canadian educational institutions. ‘postcard’ sights of Italy, including undoubtedly inspired by the coaching aura of Mr. DiPinto!) Venice, Milan, Florence, Rome, FRISBE promotes and encourages educational institutions emphasising scholarship, sportsmanship, moral character and initiative – all of which we at St. Michael’s subscribe to and encourage in our young men. Naples, and Capri. After a career spent sharing his passion for languages and culture with the St. Michael’s community, we wish Nick and his As a U.S. resident, if you wish to donate to SMCS, please make your cheque payable to FRISBE. FRISBE is unable to process credit card And great news from the next generation: “My son Peter is family all the best in their time of rejuvenation. Many thanks donations at this time. Upon receipt of your cheque, FRISBE will issue you a tax receipt and will notify St. Michael’s that you have requested engaged to a wonderful young lady, Jessica. The wedding from the St. Michael’s community for over three decades of that FRISBE make a grant to SMCS on your behalf. will take place July 25, 2015. And my son Michael is dating teaching, coaching, and friendship. We surely will take Nick’s We thank you for supporting St. Michael’s College School. his high school sweetheart, Amanda.” How exciting that final words of wisdom to heart: “Be true and honest to yourself Visit smcsgive.com for more information on FRISBE Nick and Vera will be celebrating their 35th wedding anniver- and others. Treat people like you want to be treated, and let’s sary on July 25 – the very same day Peter and Jessica take not forget to lend a hand whenever we can.” their wedding vows. Auguroni a tutti! Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 where are they now

SKATE4KIDS NHL executive Jim Gregory ’55 was extremely gener- ous in providing gifts for the silent auction, and Dave Saturday, April 25, saw the return of the Skate4Kids Gardner ’71, proprietor of Tom and Jerry’s Bistro in charity hockey day to St. Michael’s Arena, and with it Aurora, provided refreshments for all. the return of Dan Prendergast to the event leadership team, after taking a couple of years off for family reasons. In his absence the event was continued thanks primarily to the efforts of Rick Naranowicz ’74 and an ever-increasing number of St. Mike’s alumni. This year, Dan and Rick were aided in planning by Gavin David- son ’93. And for the first time in its 20-plus year history, EVANS TANNIS ALUMNI SOCCER SHOWDOWN the event, which was started by Dan and Steve Milic, 25

years ago, was presented in a tournament format and in On Sunday, April 19, more than 80 St. Michael’s alumni the inaugural Evans Tannis Alumni Soccer Showdown, support of concussion awareness. A fantastic day took to the Eugene Melnyk Sports Field to compete for with all funds going towards the Alumni Association. ended fittingly with stopconcussions.com winning the the first-ever Evans Tannis Cup. The tournament championship, after defeating PropertyGuys.com in a The tournament raised consisted of eight teams, captained by Dante Di Iulio tightly contested final. Of course, the biggest thanks goes out to Rob Tunney more than $1,000 for ’05, Pat Quinn ’03, Lucas Platti ’06, Enzo Sallese ’88, ’81 and the fantastic arena staff for their usual level of Mr. Romano, Pedro Pessoa ’09, Matt Reis ’05, and the Alumni Associa- While there professionalism and flawless execution. Thanks also to tion, with some Gordon Dri ’11. The teams captined by Dante and was both fun the student volunteers who came out, worked hard Pedro met in the finals, with Dante’s team winning 5-2. proceeds also going to and excite- and were rewarded with free burgers and hot dogs the Sr. Azzurri soccer provided generously and deliciously by alumnus Tournament participant Daniel Braga ’10 won the ment on the David Golden Boot. team. A big thank you ice, it was D’Aprile ’93 through 10tation Catering.

to Stephanie Nicholls perhaps in for her tremendous This tournament has its genesis in the late 1960s, when the Alumni help as well as Miko Lounge that a group of St. Michael’s students decided it was high Romano and the best time for a soccer team. After a year of trying, the team Alex for their times were played its first tournament in 1967. But it wasn’t until Frescura ’92 huge help in setting up had, as a team of Old Boys gathered around tables Mr. Evans Tannis began teaching at St. Mike’s in 1968, the field and coordi- surrounded by hockey memorabilia, exchanging memo- that the team found a coach. On the strength of his nating throughout the day. Paul Marchese ’03 and GP ries even more valuable than those up for auction. And it West Indian heritage and experience with the ‘beautiful was the involvement of alumni that made a day that has Marcantonio ’99 were great as referees throughout the game’, Tannis instantly became the first head coach of grown beyond the St. Michael’s community so fantastic entire tournament, while a big thanks must go to Pal Di the Azzurri Blues. for all involved. Iulio ’69 and Dom Montemurro ’76 for their tremen- dous help as volunteers throughout the day. Mr. Evans Tannis passed away The relentless Joe Younder ’56 put even the much- last year, after spending 25 heralded organizational skills of Patrick Brown ’97 to fruitful years as an instructor shame in rallying alumni to the cause and reminding and coach at St. Michael’s student volunteers why he was such a respected and College School. In an effort to successful teacher. Similarly, but with an energy level more appropriate for his age, honour him and promote Massimo De Simone ’04 was an essential member of the organizing team. soccer among alumni, Dante Former teacher Dan Nicholson did double duty on the and Di Iulio ’05 David Di day as both photographer and referee. decided to organize Gregorio ’03

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 1950s Michael Covello ’08, Paul Da Costa ’08, Giampiero De Pasquale ’08, Christopher Solda ’08, and Jesse Clarke ’08 passed the 2014 Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada Uniform Final Exam (UFE). The UFE is the last examination students take in pursuit of the Chartered Accountant (CA) designation in Canada and Bermuda.

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Ryan Grippo ’13 earned a first year letter from DePauw for baseball and was also added to the All-Canadian College Team as an honourable mention. Ryan Justyn Knight ’14 was named ’s appeared in 36 games, starting 26, batting .324 with six Male Rookie of the Year for his contributions to the doubles and a .383 on-base percentage, scoring 16 cross country and track teams at the 9th annual CUSE runs, with 25 RBI and seven walks, while posting a .962 Awards on Tuesday, April 28. Knight’s accomplish- fielding percentage. He also helped DePauw win their ments as a freshman include winning a cross country first NCAC Championship by hitting .429 in the confer- team Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) championship. ence tournament and leading all players with 9 RBI. “It was an amazing accomplishment, and knowing that it was a team effort instead of an individual achieve- ment made it that much better,” he said. Jim Gregory ’55 was named to the 2015 class of the Order of Hockey in Canada (OHC). Receiving the OHC Individually, Justyn set a Canadian Junior track record at the same time as Jim were Serge Savard and Pat John De Simini ’06 is making a name for himself as a at the Penn State National meet. Placing (post-humous). Jim has been a longtime NHL Quinn ‘59 jazz musician in New York and was recently profiled by third in the mile race with a new personal best time of executive and currently serves as senior vice-president the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra (TYWO). John’s love 3:59.51, he became the first Canadian junior athlete to of hockey operations. In 2007, Gregory was elected to for music grew while at St. Michael’s under the guid- break the four-minute mile barrier indoors. the as a builder. He has also been ance of his music teacher, Mr. Paul Pietrkiewicz. While a long-time supporter of, and ambassador for, St. Currently enrolled in the Falk College of Sport and Mike’s. In 1952, he relocated to Toronto and attended at SMCS, John successfully auditioned for the TYWO, Human Dynamics, Knight is ranked fourth in the NCAA St. Michael's College School, where he had intentions spent a year in the first clarinet chair of the wind in the 1500m and is working with his coach to get a of playing hockey. After unsuccessfully trying out for the orchestra, and played alto sax in the TYWO Jazz Band. qualifying time for the 5k. His goals include winning a school's Junior ‘B’ team, he joined the Junior ‘A’ team Since graduating from St. Michael’s, he has earned a cross-country team NCAA championship and an individual as a stats keeper and trainer at the insistence of teacher degree with honours in Jazz and Contemporary music national title in both cross country and on the track. Fr. , CSB. By 1961, he took on a manage- from Humber College, and has performed for the “I believe that if you set high goals for yourself that you ment position with the team, winning the . Toronto productions of ‘Jersey Boys’, ‘Company’, achieve so much on the way,” he said. ‘Gypsy, City of Angels’, and toured with the production

of ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’. John’s musical direc- Knight believes St. Michael’s prepared him well to 2000s tion and conducting credits include ‘Footloose’, and achieve at the highest levels. “I didn't start my career and Angela the Canadian premiere of ‘Bare: A Rock Opera’ at David ’03 at St. Michael’s as a Canadian record holder, national Cataneo welcomed their Toronto’s Hart House. champion, or even a provincial champion. However the son Massimo on Thursday, faith, support and knowledge of the coaches at March 19, 2015 at 3:32 p.m. St. Mike’s have helped me blossom, and I am very thankful for that.”

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 in memoriam

Fr. Norman Joseph Paul all was carefully recorded and meticulously imple- Eddy Narducci, father of Hubert Vogt Sr., former SMCS , passed away on Fitzpatrick, CSB passed mented. Joseph ’16 plant manager and father of Hubert away on February 17, 2015. February 17, 2015. Ed was Jr. ’76, Gregory ’78, George ’79 born March 26, 1955, and Norman Fitzpatrick was born Prior to arriving at St. Mike’s, Fr. Fitzpatrick undertook and Stephen, and grandfather to grew up in the Toronto area. on October 22, 1927, in his spiritual and religious journey at St. Basil’s Novi- Jonathan ’11 and Oskar Philip ’19, He attended the University of passed away quietly, at the age of Toronto, Ontario, to Leo tiate in Richmond Hill from 1950-51, St. Basil's Semi- Toronto, where he earned a 84, on January 4, 2015, at home Francis Fitzpatrick, who was nary in Toronto from 1951-52 and at St. Michael’s Bachelor of Science degree in amongst family, as he had wished. born in Dixon, Illinois, and between 1952-53. He then returned to St. Basil’s 1978 and a Bachelor of Educa- He was born in Anröchte, Germany, Anna McManamon, from Seminary for three more years of study from 1953-56. tion degree in 1979. From the sixth of ten children of a hardworking stonemason. Glenhest, County Mayo, This was the last time in 30 years Fr. Fitzpatrick was 1979-81, Eddy worked in a After apprenticing as a cabinetmaker in Germany, he and variety of short-term occa- Ireland. He had three broth- attached to anything besides St. Mike’s. his best friend emigrated to Canada in 1952 in search of sional teaching positions for both the MSSB and the York ers, John, Leo, Robert, and one sister, Elaine. adventure. Hubert's first job in Canada was laying sod, County Board of Education. but he soon was able to make use of his fine woodwork-

Fr. Fitzpatrick spent over 30 years at ing skills, building the altar and other chapel woodwork In September 1981, Eddy began his 33-year teaching St. Michael’s College School as a teacher, for the Basilian Fathers at St. Michael's College School, career at St. Michael’s College School. During his time at where he continued working in positions of increasing department head, and principal for a record St. Michael’s, he taught Math and Computer Program- responsibility, until retiring as Director of Management 16 years. Perhaps the most memorable mark ming. In 1996, he was named assistant head of the Math that Fr. Fitzpatrick left on St. Michael’s came Department. His career at St. Michael’s was notable for Services after more than 30 years. in 1985 when the school rejected government his tireless before and after school support for students, Hubert and his wife of 59 years, Anna, raised a tight-knit funding, returning it to fully independent which included several years family in a small house on Vaughan Rd. in Toronto, which status. ‘Fr. Fitz’ also will be fondly remem- coaching volleyball, and wrestling, and as modera- was always brimming with love, bustle and happiness. bered for his role in directing several of the tor of the math club and the Hubert gave tirelessly of his love and his talents, and took school’s Broadway productions. student government. It was his great comfort in the practice of his faith and his deep

involvement with the student connection with all his family members. He taught his The words ‘gentleman’ and ‘scholar’ define both the government that was the sons (as well as many young men at St. Michael's character and the work of Fr. Fitzpatrick. His years as After leaving St. Michael’s, Fr. Fitzpatrick was assigned focus of a 2012 Blue Banner College School, who worked for him during summer principal illustrated his gentleness; his years as to Athol Murray College of Notre Dame (Wilcox, SK) interview excerpted below. vacation) the satisfaction that comes from a job well teacher illustrated his scholarship. No student or from 1989-95, and later served at Bishop O’Dowd High done, the value of using and caring for your tools, and the teacher left the presence of Fr. Fitz without knowing School in Oakland, California, from 1995-96. In 1996, Aside from providing the timeless beauty of woodwork. and experiencing his gentle ways. He was a careful Fr. Fitzpatrick travelled south to spend time with the school with enthralling elec- tions, incredible social events scholar, and his knowl- Basilian Fathers of St. Lucia. He returned to 1940s and new technology and edge of French culture St. Michael’s for two years from 1998-2000, before Francis Joseph Corcoran '48, other big-ticket items, the father of and , and language enriched retiring in Toronto, first to Soulerin House and then to Danny '74 D'Arcy '84 student governments of Narducci’s day were also passed away peacefully on Febru- his students. His life as a Anglin House in 2008. responsible for boosting school pride with monster pep ary 5, 2015 surrounded by family. Basilian was character- rallies. Those who were there will never forget them - Born February 15, 1930, the eldest ized by scholarship and Fr. Fitzpatrick’s tremendous contribution to the football players entering the gym with their images son of Bernard Corcoran and Hilda diligence. Whether it St. Michael’s community was officially recognized in projected on big screens as dry ice wafted down from Dracup was predeceased by his was an exercise plan- 1996, when he was inducted into the Order of the cafeteria. Fever pitch was reached when a ‘niner’ beloved wife Joan. Francis is ning renovations of the St. Michael. took to the stage, failed to recite the Hoikety Choik, and survived by his brothers John and was ridiculed accordingly. “You couldn’t get away with school or a change in Brian. Loving father to Paul, Linda, Nancy, Mary, and that now,” laughed Narducci, “but it was all in good fun the school's programme, Jennifer, as well as Danny and D’Arcy, Francis was a and the niners we chose were always in on it.” devoted grandfather to 12 grandchildren. An employee

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 Molly. He had three loving siblings and will be remem- mitment to health and fitness assisted him in his final Jo-Ann, at the age of 80, on August bered fondly by several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law journey. Al's passion for life and learning brought him 19, 2014. A beloved husband, and many nieces and nephews. Bill also had a broad new joy, even in his last months. Alan spent his entire father, and grandfather, Robert network of friends whom he met during his years of career as a professional accountant with Deloitte & leaves his loving and devoted wife employment as a miner, milkman and later years as a Touche and found it rewarding to share his professional of 55 years, Mary Ann, and his school bus driver. An avid outdoorsman for many years, talents with his community. As a volunteer, he served on children, Michael, Sandra, Dianne, he was passionate about fishing, hunting, and took the board of the Archdiocese of Toronto's Mary Centre, John, and Carolyn. He also leaves much pride in his vegetable garden. Bill also developed was chair of St. Michael's Hospital, St. Michael's Hospi- 18 grandchildren and will be greatly a keen interest in woodworking and derived great plea- tal Research Institute and was the Honorary Director and missed by his brother Arthur and his sure from giving away his creations to family and friends. founding chair of St. Michael's Homes. He was a sister Mary Carol. He will also be missed by his broth- In the past few years, Bill's favorite pastime was meeting member of the Board of Governors of Regis College at ers- and sisters-in-law of the Loughry family, and all his his buddies at Tim Hortons. Fishing was the main topic the University of Toronto and chair of the York Club, many nieces and nephews. Robert practised plastic of conversation, in particular, who caught the biggest Toronto Lawn Tennis Club, and the Dundas Separate surgery at St. Joseph's Health Center since 1965. He fish and was the best fisherman. This was the source of School Board. In October, Regis College, the Jesuit recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from much laughter and Bill enjoyed this immensely. School of Theology at the University of Toronto awarded the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the both Alan and Elizabeth the degree of Doctor of Sacred University of Toronto. He thoroughly enjoyed his work Thomas Clohecy Byrne ’42 passed away peacefully Letters in recognition of their long years of social and his colleagues, so much so that when he could no at St. Joseph's Health Care Centre, Toronto, on January service. Alan's strong sense of community, fairness, longer keep his own practice, he spent five years assist- 1, 2015. Born in Toronto on May 11, 1923, Thomas was integrity, humility, and service will live on in his eight ing in the operating room. The year he got his fellow- the beloved husband of the late Lois Dorothy, last surviv- children and their families always. ship, he also got his pilot’s license and his property in ing brother of Alfred Edward, Rita Mary Stobie and Fran- Muskoka. He equally loved to spend time at the cottage cis Joseph. He was greatly loved and will be sadly with family and friends, and to travel to new places. missed by nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law, grand- 1950s nieces and grandnephews, great-grandnieces and Fr. Bernard Canning ’52, brother Francis X. Sheehan ’52 passed great-grandnephews, and many dear friends. A gradu- of Hugh ’46, Ed ’47 and Basil ’54, away peacefully at his home in St. ate of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of and brother-in-law of Frank Arm- Catharines surrounded by his family Toronto and the Graduate Faculty of Education at Trent strong ’46, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2013, in his 80th University, Thomas had a long and distinguished career at Houses of Providence on April 6, year. Frank Sheehan was the loving as an educator. He passed on his love of our land by 2015. Beloved son of the late Joe and husband of Diane Margaret for fifty- teaching geography at Agincourt Collegiate, heading the Ethel Canning, Fr. Bernard was also four years. He will be lovingly Geography Department at Kipling Collegiate, being vice the dear brother of Marie Armstrong. He will be lovingly remembered by his four brothers principal at Keiller MacKay Collegiate and principal of remembered by his many nieces and nephews. He was and sisters, seven children, 21 Martingrove Collegiate, and as a salary negotiator with ordained on May 31, 1959 by Cardinal McGuigan in St. grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation. He Michael's Cathedral. He served many parishes and Frank was predeceased by sisters Mary and Teresa and was a longtime contributor to the Association of Cana- was Associate Pastor of Holy Cross Parish, Toronto; brothers Fr. Peter, CSB ’44 and Fr. Paul, CSB ’49. dian Automotive Historians and an active alumnus of the St. Mary's Parish, Brampton; St. Pius X Parish, Frank will be remembered for his ready and irreverent University of St. Michael's College. Toronto; and St. Margaret's Parish, Midland. Fr. Can- sense of humour. He was an avid lover of music and ning was Pastor of St. Anthony's Parish, Toronto; St. theatre. He loved to walk and if he was golfing - even Alan Dilworth ’48 passed away as Gertrude's Parish, Oshawa; St. Isaac Jogues Parish, better! Frank took a lifetime interest in helping his fellow he wished, at home surrounded by Pickering; St. Monica's Parish, Toronto; St. Joseph's man and improving life for those less fortunate. Frank his loving family on November 27, Parish, Beaverton; Immaculate Conception Parish, was an Insurance Broker for 56 years, 48 as President 2014. Alan took great pride and joy Port Perry, and St. Joseph's Parish, Toronto. Fr. Can- of Sheehan & Rosie Ltd.. He served as President of the in his entire family. He was a devoted ning was also Administrator of Holy Martyrs of Japan Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario; first Chairman husband, father and grandfather and Parish, Bradford. He retired in 2005. of the Red Tape Review Commission of Ontario; will be deeply missed by his wife of Member of Provincial Parliament, serving as the last 59 years, Elizabeth, and his family. Robert Knowlton ’52, brother of Arthur ’50 and MPP for Lincoln Riding; co-founder of the Taxpayers Alan grew up in the Beach, graduated fromSt. Mike’s, brother-in-law of Barrett Healy ’52 passed away Coalition of Niagara and the Taxpayers Coalition of and was an accomplished athlete whose lifelong com- peacefully at home, surrounded by his family and nurse Ontario; honorary lifetime member of John Howard

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 Society of Ontario and past-president of the Niagara his son Shaun, his daughter Erin and her husband Stanley Rzepka ’56 passed away known at St. Mike’s for using his chapter; co-founder and President of Wayside House; Michael Groulx, and his grandchildren, Liam and Danielle peacefully, with family by his side knowledge of chemistry to co-founder of Spera Niagara; a member of St. Catha- Groulx. Dear brother to Colleen, Moira, Charlie, Arthur, on September 3, 2014, at the age create chemical reactions some- rines Promotional Task Force; past Trustee of the Michael was predeceased by Bobby, Sheila, and Theresa. of 77. Beloved husband of Mary times resulting in small explosions. Lincoln County Separate School Board; past member Frances (nee Crea), lovingfather of He (and his brother George ’59) of Niagara College Foundation; chairman of the George Neilson ’55 passed away Dawn and Anthony (Silvana), and travelled by car and bus daily to St. Women's Place Golf Tournament. Frank also volun- peacefully at home, surrounded by cherished grandfather of Saman- Mike’s all the way from Unionville, teered for Out of the Cold and Ozanam Centre. his family on December 13, 2014, at tha, Christopher, Nathaniel and before there was any significant the age of 77. Beloved husband of Jonathan, Stanley was also the highway system. Jim graduated Philip Eustace ’53, grandfather of Susan, George was the loving father dear brother of Sophie Rzepka. Stanley worked for the from the University of St. Michael’s College in with a BA Ben Lawrick ’17 passed away in his of seven children and cherished Prudential Insurance Company of America for over 35 in Zoology and concentrated on food technology. He 82nd year. Philip will be greatly grandfather of eight grandchildren. years. He was also an active member in the community married Donna and they had five children. While operat- missed and fondly remembered by in a variety of different ways, including participating with ing a small farm in Shelburne, Ontario, he was working his wife Lynne, and his children Cath- the Community Police Liaison Committee and as a as a chemist in industry. Moving to Nova Scotia, he and erine, Rosemary, Christopher, William E. Martin ’55 succumbed community partner with CAMH. his family eventually acquired and operated two presti- Martha, David and Stephanie, and to a heart attack at home on January gious inns, the Amherst Shore Country Inn near their spouses. He adored his 11 28, 2009. Beloved husband of Sally Jay Pillo ’58 passed away peace- Amherst and the Blomidon Inn in Wolfville, N.S. The inns grandchildren and his beloved, great Jo (Evans) and proud father of Scott fully and surrounded by his loving are known for their scenic locations and, thanks to grandson, Eli. Born June 10, 1933, Philip was a loving and Laura Jean, father-in-law of family on April 15, 2015, at the Donna, their gourmet dining. They continue to be oper- brother to Michael and Mary, and uncle to many nieces Maha Haddad, and loving grandfa- Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga, ated by Donna and the children. Rest in peace, Jim. – as and nephews. A man with many talents and interests, one ther of Aisha Layal, William was at the age of 75. Beloved husband told by Sigurd Kustaz of Philip's legacies is his love of family, friends, and good predeceased by his parents William and best friend of Andrea for 54 food - preferably together. and Jean, his first grandchild Ibrahim, and his in-laws Joe years, Jay was the cherished father Fr. Brian Sweeney, CSB ’59, a and Mabel Evans. After leaving Parkdale C.I., he gradu- of seven children, grandfather of 17 former teacher at SMCS who was Michael Paul Megaffin ’53, cousin of ated from St. Michael’s before moving on to the University grandchildren and dear brother of born and raised in Toronto, passed Gary ’54, David ’58, and Bob ’59 of Toronto (1961). Bill enjoyed a 34-year teaching career five siblings. away recently. In 1964, Fr. Sweeney passed away suddenly in his 82nd as head of business at both Parkdale and Oakwood. earned his BA from the University of year, on April 4, 2015 while vacationing Perhaps his greatest influence on young people was as a John Michael Marlborough ’58, St. Thomas, Houston, Texas. From in Cuba. Paul, beloved husband of football coach, a role he took great satisfaction in. He brother of former teacher Gerald '59, 1964-67, he taught one year each at Joan and the late Ann, was the enjoyed reading, movies, and camping. He treasured passed away on March 21, 2015 at St. Charles College in Sudbury, St. cherished father of Catherine and summers at Port Elgin. Bill will be greatly missed by his McGarrell Place, London, at the age Mary’s College in Sault Ste. Marie, Susie and loving Papa of seven grand- extended network of family and friends. of 74. Beloved husband and best and St. Michael’s College School. During this time, children. He was also a loving step- friend of Lynda and dear father of Fr. Sweeney spent his summers earning his teaching father of Leslie, Jeffrey, Jennifer, and their children, and the Don LeMarquand ’55 passed away Michelle and Matthew, John was certificate from the Ontario College of Education. dear brother of Diane and the late Mary. Paul will be greatly on November 17, 2014, at the age of the cherished brother of four On December 12, 1970, Fr. Sweeney was ordained to missed by so many friends and family who loved him dearly. 78, after a courageous battle with siblings. He will be sorely missed by the priesthood at St. Basil’s Church, and soon after cancer. Loving and devoted his eight nieces and nephews as well as his great- returned to St. Michael’s College School to continue his Michael McCahery ’54 died peace- husband of Pat and caring father to nieces and great-nephews. In addition, he will be career in education. From 1970-79, he served the fully at home surrounded by his wife sons Brant and Dean lovingly remembered by Lynda’s brother David Smyth, St. Michael’s College School Community in various and children. Michael enjoyed a long (predeceased), Don was the cher- and family and her sister Lorna Smyth. Mike thoroughly capacities including teacher, guidance counsellor, and and distinguished career with Canadian ished brother of Dianne and Ian and enjoyed his 38 years of teaching in the Physics and athletic director. After leaving St. Michael’s, Fr. Sweeney Airlines as an airline . In brother-in-law Garth. He was the Astronomy Department at the Western University, spent time with the Basilian Fathers of Kelowna, addition to his love of flight, he loved very proud grandfather of Erik and Megan, step- before retiring as Professor Emeritus in 2005. St. Thomas More House of Studies in Washington, and to spend his leisure time at his cottage grandfather of Grace and Eden and step-great- St. Basil’s College in Toronto. In 2002, Fr. Sweeney was in Muskoka. Mike was preceded in grandfather of Emilia. Predeceased by his parents Jim Laceby ’58, good friend and classmate of Sigurd incardinated into the Diocese of Peterborough, where death by his first wife Joy. He will be Albert and Irene, Don will be held in the hearts of his Kustaz ’58, passed away on Remembrance Day 2014 he continued to serve the Church through his priestly sadly missed and is survived by his current wife Carmelita, many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, at the age of 75. Jim was ministry.

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 James Streeter '59 passed away 1960s twin sister Bernardine, Stephanie Keat 1980s on November 4, 2014 of complica- James Reginald Fowler ’60 Brenner and Leo. He will be sadly Anthony Kuliszewski ’81, brother tions from ALS, in his beloved passed away on November 16, missed by his nephew Jason Patrick of Peter ’82. May he rest in peace. home, with his cherished friend and 2014. He was born on March 28, Keat, niece Christine Stotle Eliadas lover Eadaoin Elliott by his side. He 1941, in Kirkland Lake, Ont., Jim and great-niece Alexandra and was predeceased by his parents collected stamps in his spare time, nephew Robbie. He was a member of Ted Streeter and Noreen O’Neil, and but his true passion was hockey. He the Toronto Drum and Bugle Corps his sister Mary. James leaves was a great skater and good at and remained involved as an instruc- behind his daughter Jane Suther- checking, but he also had a knack tor, while arranging their music for 52 Eugenio Frank Francavilla ’85, land; his daughter-in-law Tanith Conley; his son Paul; for putting the puck in the net. Jim attended high school years. Paul believed in higher education and the goodness father of John ’16 and Alyssa and his grandchildren Tanisha, Paul Jr., Imani, Ruby and, at St. Mike’s, where his teammates dubbed him Jim ‘the of everyone. He donated his body to science for the good beloved husband of Diane, passed Zoey; his cousins Ann and John Burkus, and John and Fiddler’ Fowler because he played that instrument off of others. His celebration of life was held in the spring. away on April 15, 2015. He will be Joan O’Neil; and his friend and former wife Betty-Ann the ice. After graduating, Jim moved to Rouyn-Noranda, sadly missed by his parents Teresa Streeter. A teacher par excellence, a mentor, a faithful Que., to work as a driller for Bradley Bros., but his and Frank, his mother-in-law Violet friend to so many, a wonderful storyteller, and a great dream was always to become a teacher. He moved 1970s DiCecco, his brother Paolo, and host, Jim will be missed and mourned by his many, back to Ontario, where he came across an ad for teach- John Aloisius Mihevc ’77, brother sister Marisa. Eugene held his many nieces and neph- many friends, including his colleagues at Seneca ing positions in the Yukon. When he was offered a job in of Joe ’73 and Mark ’81, and uncle ews close to his heart. Eugene was proud supporter of College where he taught for over four decades, his Whitehorse, in 1964, Jim jumped in his XKE Jaguar to Justin ’98 passed away peace- St. Michael's College School and proud of his son for neighbours, his friends at Better Living, and the many convertible and drove across the country. He moved fully at home on December 21, continuing in this tradition. A uniquely talented athlete, teachers he mentored. He will be remembered fondly by into a First Nations residence next to the high school, 2014, as he wished, after living with he was a terrific golfer and member of the Islington Golf the myriad of students who are the better from having where he became the phys. ed. teacher. In 1994, Jim cancer. He is held in the hearts of his Course. Eugene was above all a loving family man and sat in his classroom. Jim has set up a generous bursary moved to Marsh Lake, about 50 km southeast of White- wife, Rebecca Cunningham, his a loyal, generous, and unselfish friend. He is most in his Will called ‘The Jim Streeter Bursary’ for Seneca horse, into a home designed by his wife that he himself daughters Stella and Sophie, and his parents Anica and remembered for his sense of humour and quick wit. College, to be used in the Liberal Studies Program. built. Jim stopped playing organized hockey, but was Joseph Sr., and is also held by his siblings and a loving Eugene had a smile that brightened up a room and often out on the frozen lake, skating or playing shinny. nest of nieces, nephews, and extended family. everyone will remember him for his genuine and warm Pat Quinn ’59 passed away Even into his 70s, Jim was still smooth on skates. personality. in 2014 at the age of 71, Mr. Mihevc was born in 1958, 10 years after the Mihevcs after a lengthy illness. The Frank Micallef ’64, brother of Tom arrived in Canada as Slovenian refugees. He grew up in former NHL , ’58, passed away on April 23, 2015, Toronto’s working class Fairbank neighbourhood, and 1990s longtime coach, and execu- at the age of 70. He was the beloved became one of two Mihevc brothers to earn a PhD in Karl Veres ’90, brother of Denis tive went down fighting, as husband of 46 years to Connie, theology from Toronto’s University of St. Michael’s ’87. May he rest in peace. colleagues raved about not only his hockey acumen, but loving father of Ange, Kristy and College. Mr. Mihevc’s Catholic upbringing and intellec- about the kind personality behind his gruff exterior. On Paul, and father-in-law of Simon tual drive led him to teach at St. Jerome’s University in the ice, behind the bench and behind his desk, Pat Cox. Proud grandfather of Matthew, Waterloo, Ont., and then teaching school in Botswana. Quinn was an imposing figure. At the 2002 Olympics, Kaedyn and Tyler. He will lovingly be This experience launched him into a lifetime of work on Quinn helped a group of all-star win the remembered by his brothers John behalf of Africa. He volunteered and later landed a job country’s first gold medal since 1952 in Salt Lake City. and Tom, his nieces and nephews, best friends Robbie with the Inter-Church Coalition on Africa as its economic Quinn was also behind the bench when Canada won the Micallef and Larry Mifsud and his ‘Puppy’, Macy. Gradu- justice coordinator. He stuck with the inter-church coali- World Cup of Hockey in 2004. He coached the Vancou- ating from University of Windsor in 1967, he had a 20 tions through the years as it evolved into KAIROS. Salvatore ‘Sam’ Arrigo ’91 passed ver Canucks to the 1994 final, the Canadian year career with Dominion Securities Tradition, before away unexpectedly March 27, world junior team to gold in 2009 and helped the Toronto becoming the owner of Deluxe Vending for 20 years. He As prominent as he was, Mr. Mihevc never wanted to 2015, at the age of 42. Cherished Maple Leafs to the Eastern Conference final two times. was always a true ‘Canadian Boy’. take over. He brought speakers from Africa and Latin son of Maria and the late Leo, and Long before that, Quinn led the to America so they could speak for themselves to Parlia- loving brother of Paul, Sam was the 35-game unbeaten streak that almost certainly will never Paul Newman Thompson ’66 passed away at ment in and to the Canadian media. “His whole much-loved grandson of Saverio and Eugenia Cerra. be broken since ties have been taken out of the game. In St. Joseph's Hospital on January 8, 2015, after an eight life was preparation for an expression of this deep voca- Sam was a dedicated, caring, giving, and thoughtful 15 full seasons as an NHL coach, Quinn's teams missed year battle with cancer. Paul was born in Toronto on tion to ecumenical justice,” said KAIROS executive Naturopathic Doctor, who will be missed beyond what the playoffs only three times. That success came over February 16, 1948 to Bernard and Elizabeth Thompson, director Jennifer Henry.-with files from The Catholic Regis- any words could begin to describe. the span of decades as a coach and executive. and was the brother of the late Bernadette Stolte and ter (Michael Swan, January 5, 2015)

Entrusting ourselves to Our Lady and St. Michael Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2015 the way we were: toronto sports teams Steve Montador ’96, who played 571 Stanishlaw Lucki, father-in-law to staff member Gail NHL regular-season games as a defen- O'Grady-Lucki; Dr. Theodore Bayley, father of Mark ’81, could take a page from SMCS seman and had a role in the Calgary Nicolas ’82, Andrew ’84, and Chris ’85 and grandfa- Larry Colle ’69 Flames reaching the 2004 Stanley Cup ther of Adam ’19 and Christopher ’20; Caroline final, passed away at the age of 35, in Lovekin, step-grandmother, to Thomas Fabian ’06, and I didn’t start out to teach about the losing sports tradi- February 2015. Montador, who was grandmother to and ; Joseph Julian ’14 Oliver ’17 tion in Toronto at first, having chosen instead to start a plagued by concussions through his Bergin, father of staff member Frank Bergin; Esma Toste, hockey career, suffered one in March St. Michael’s College Classic Sports History course. I grandmother of Michael Andlauer ’15; Pasquali 2012, and a year later talked openly and Barbieri, grandfather to and , and had attended both the College School and the Univer- candidly about the injury and subse- Adrian ’03 David ’05 and sity of St. Michael’s College in 1974, and wanted to quent depression. Montador told CSNChicago.com in 2013 of Domenic Carullo ’90 Daniel Carullo ’95 (deceased); Bernice Wisniewski, grandmother of celebrate their respective winning traditions. So I taught the anxiety and depression that accompanies a concussion, Eric ; Jean Gray, mother of librarian Sandy Gray; Secondo a sports history course with classes held at the Alumni saying he received a lot of help to work through his issues and ’16 Pontarollo, father of and grandfather of believed he had taken the appropriate steps in his recovery. In John ’89 Lounge of the College School’s historic hockey arena. additional Swedish stars to supplement Borje Salming March 2013, Montador reported feeling better and said, "every Michael ’15; William Fergus Ronan, brother of former The course was also co-sponsored by the Continuing in the mid-1970s, to compete with powerhouses such teacher (deceased), and day is a brand new day, I'm just filled with a lot of gratitude." Fr. Edward X. Ronan, CSB ’41 Education and the Society for International Hockey as the Canadiens and the Broad Street Bullies of Phila- (deceased), and father of ; Valerie Montador signed a contract with Medvescak Zagreb in Hugh ’41 Paul ’72 Research, using the vast video archives of sports. delphia, Ballard blocked the move for financial reasons. Russia's Kontinental Hockey League later that year and never Seljak, mother of Robert ’76 and David ’77; Len Stew- The Leafs were also notoriously cheap in the 1980s. played again in the NHL. He last played in the league for art, father of Jim ’67, John ’70, Rob ’71, Rick ’75, Eliza- Ballard once had the opportunity to obtain Jim Korn Chicago in the 2011-12 season, scoring five goals and 14 beth ’78 (Holy Name), and David ’83 and member of the points in 52 games. In 10 NHL seasons, Montador compiled 33 Parent’s Council with wife June; Olimpia Tonus, mother from the Red Wings for cash in 1982; instead, goals and 98 assists for 131 points and 807 minutes. of Jules ’75 (deceased), grandmother of Andrew ’10 he opted to send Detroit two future amateur draft choices instead of paying the waiver claim price of Fr. Daniel Chui, CSB passed away $50,000. He would also often scalp his own team’s Please also remember friends and family of the suddenly inside his room at Anglin tickets using a relative outside the Gardens. St. Michael’s Community: House, the Basilian retirement home Richard MacDonald, father-in-law of Frank Lista ’75 and in Toronto, after a three-year battle In 2002, I began inviting some prominent guests to Another St. Mike’s alumnus, Hall of Famer, Dave Keon Bob Sullivan ’73, grandfather of Michael Lista ’02, and with esophageal cancer on Decem- speak about their time at St. Michael’s and their profes- Ryan ’02 and Matthew Sullivan ’11; Beatrice ber 21, 2014. The Basilian priest was sional sports memories, as players, opponents and intimated that a lack of respect for Leafs former players born in Hong Kong on September 19, McDonough, wife of Sean ’69, daughter-in-law of Brian hockey executives. They included legendary St. Mike’s had created a bad aura around the team. For example, and sister-in-law of , 1959. In the mid 1990s, while at the McDonough ’40 Patrick ’77 alumni Dave Keon ’60, Frank Mahovlich ’57, Red Kelly Keon has long advocated the Maple Leafs should retire and ; Rosaria Mandiardi, grand- University of Saskatchewan, Chui James ’77 Paul ’78 ’46, Gerry Cheevers ’59, Jim Gregory ’55 and Murray players’ numbers just like the do. mother of and ; Mario Simone, became acquainted with the Basilians and on January 2, David ’12 Alex ’15 , a variety of interesting hockey players and The Habs have retired 18 in all, usually at awe-inspiring grandfather of and ; Maria 1996, professed to the Order. Four years later, Fr. Chui was Costello ’53 Michael ’16 Alexander ’17 ordained a Basilian priest. The young priest’s first appoint- personalities over the years, including , ceremonies at the old Montreal Forum and now at the Marchese, grandmother to , , and Mike Walton ’62 Vittorio ’13 Nicola ’14 ment was to Assumption Church in Windsor, Ontario, where . The Leafs have only two retired numbers, 5 ; Amelia DeSantis, grandmother to Rod Seiling ’62, Gerry McNamara ’54, Dave Dryden Antonio ’18 Mark he served for three years before being assigned as a , , , , and ’61, Arnie Brown ’61, Gene Ubriaco ’57, Terry Clancy and 6, to honour Bill Barilko and , respectively. ’05 Steven ’09 Matthew ’10 Robert ’12 Daniel teacher at St. Michael’s College School, a duty that proved ; Vytas Zulys, father of , and and and Draper, as well as their ’15 Matthew ’00 Richard ’03 taxing on Fr. Chui. “Dan would return home almost each ’61 Dave ’60 Mike ’57 Alex ’13; Giuseppina Sicheri, grandmother to Mark night wiped out,” said Fr. Thomas Rosica, CSB, who lived brother Kris, Pierre Pilote, and legendary Hockey Night Viola ’97; Nadia Antonyshyn, grandmother to Jeremy with Fr. Chui at Frassati House, the Basilians’ scholasticate. in Canada producer Ralph Mellanby. ’09 and Luke (2011-13); Giuseppe Gesualdi, father of “His pastoral heart wasn’t up to the daunting challenge of Domenic ’74; Guiseppe Tatangelo, grandfather of teaching math to adolescent, rambunctious boys in a What was the common denominator for these sports and ; Paddy Fagan, grandfather Michael ’12 Daniel ’15 school that excelled not only in stellar education, but in greats when they explained the historical state of of ; Anna Colalillo, great- sports.” In 2007, after spending four years teaching at St. Declan Chishom ’18 hockey in Toronto? According to former Leafs GM Gerry grandmother of Mario ’11, Michael ’15, Christopher Michael’s while also assisting the Congregation of St. Basil McNamara, one of the main culprits was , All these debates, anomalies and enigmas will again be ’16, Marc ’17 and Nikolai ’16 and Matheus Forte ’18; with seminarian formation, Fr. Chui was sent to Holy Rosary Lori Lance-Pickett, mother of staff member Cory Lance; Parish to the delight of parishioners and himself. “It was like the eccentric owner of the Maple Leafs from 1972-90. the centrepiece of the course and our renewed search Joe Markson, grandfather of Matthew ’20; Catharine the sun came out and shone upon us,” said parishioner for sports meaning during the next sessions of my Veres, wife of Denis ’87 and sister-in-law of Karl ’90; Virginia Edman, adding that the parish will not be the same Former Leafs, and St. Mike’s alumnus, GM Jim Gregory course, which is enough to make to me yearn for the Francesco Mariani grandfather of Luca ’13 and Stefan without Fr. Chui’s welcoming smile. - with files from the ’55 had the same complaints. When he tried to bring winning days and ways of St. Michael’s College School. Zuliani ’17; Carmen Cinelli, father of David ’91; Jozef Catholic Register – Evan Boudreau, January 8, 2015

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Marc’s leadership style was defined by his friendly and With Marc’s support and guidance, two new alumni Congratulations to the Class of 2015 upbeat attitude. His time as president demonstrated his events have started their own traditions and are leaving unique ability to welcome, engage, and encourage their mark on the St. Michael’s calendar. In 2012, the Alexandros Acosta Gareth Connolly Alexander Hale Jonfranco Monaco Stephen Scanlan young alumni to take on leadership roles in association Touch Football Classic was Enzo Montemurro ’81 Shakir Alexander-Galasso Michael Cook Ryan Hamilton James Moriyama Antonio Scarfo events and help them discover new ways to reconnect. established, and this year the Evans Tannis Alumni Michael Andlauer Alexander Costantino Patrick Hart Brendan Mullen Arturo Scauzillo Soccer Showdown Tournament was introduced. Dean Angelo Ciaron Costello Andrew Hinnecke Matthew Mulvihill Christopher Sheedy During Marc’s time as president, the renovations and Heber Antony Duncan Coulson Alexander Horawski Lucas Musinka Giovanni Siciliano upgrades to the Alumni Lounge were com- Filip Bachorz Anthony Curci Ryan Hunt Adam Nangini Graham Sidwell pleted. Funds were raised to update the light- Andrew Badali Michael D'Alessandro Warren Jeffrey Robert Liam Naysmith Rambert Sin ing fixtures, furniture, decor, and a vestibule Joseph Balawejder Jeremy Daniel Noah Jordan Nicholas Nemeth Niall Smith was added. The Alumni Christian Baldissera Jose Miguel Davila Thomas Jurik Erik Neville Carter Sprigings Lounge now serves as Charles Barcelos Sean Davis Timothy Kalymon Lino Nicoletti Nicholas Stegnajic a multi-purpose room Brendan Bingham Daniel De Santis Nelson Kaputo Anthony Nusca Gianpaolo Stellato for the alumni, and the Nathanael Boatswain Luke deHaas John Kassenaar Hyun Ho Oh Alexander Stoikos school community, for Patrick Bodi Michael Della Penna Andrew Kelly Michael O'Halloran Jack Swick events, private func- Jack Borron Daniel DeLuca Liam Kennedy Anthony Oliva Antonio Taglieri tions, and meetings. Alexander Boudreau Massimo Demarinis Miles Kentebe Adam Opolski Daniel Tatangelo Dakota Brancatella Patrick Di Fonzo Sean Killin Brandon Orct Nicholas Tatarsky Under Marc’s tenure, the role of As president, Marc was actively involved in the alumni Arjaan Buijs Nicholas Di Leo Sanghun Justin Kim Dylan Ormesher Alexander Taylor an Alumni Events Coordinator was introduced as part visits to the Grade 12 classes, and also welcomed new Jonathan Bulger Thomas Di Michele Spyros Koskinas Mario Orsini Yoel Tessfay of the executive team. With the addition of this role, the students to St. Michael’s on their first day of school. Marc Justin Bulicz Mauricio Di Paolantonio Max Kowalski Adam Pappas Aidan Tighe presence of alumni involve- has been involved in the Alumni Michael Burack Stephen Dietrich Cosimo Lazzarino Ryan Park Dominic Toccacelli ment has increased at school Association since the late Michael Burello William DiMonte Andrew Jr. Lee Jonathan Passarelli Darren Tse events such as Homecoming 1990s and will serve as Past William Busuttil Matthew DiNunzio Austin Lee Mathieu Payette Maksym Tupis and the Spring Reunion & President for the 2015-18 Alumni Michael Byrne Michael DiSchiavi Colin Lee Avery Perri Brady Turner BBQ for graduates of the past Association term. Joshua Camson Lucas D'Onofrio Pierre Lemieux Massimo Perruzza Daniel Tyrrell 10 years. Mark Camuti Richard Doyle Dante Lisi Andrew Petrucci James Valencia Julian Drudi Thank you, Marc! Justin Capocci Nikola Ljubicic Daniel Pietrangelo Edward van der Griend Jack Caponi John Edmands Michael Locatelli Christopher Pilieci Attila Vanderploeg Alexander Cappola Nicholas Ellerton Tucker Love Michael Pontarollo Adam Villazor

Frank Di Nino ’80 David Di Gregorio ’03 Romeo Milano ’80 Lucas Carbonaro Louis Eng Andrew Lovisotto Spencer Poole John Wales John O'Neill ’86 Dante Di Iulio ’05 Matthew Montemurro ’05 Frank Carella Vincent Fabiano Angus Lowe Lucas Primucci Zachary Warus Rick Naranowicz ’73 Thomas Fabian ’06 Dominic Montemurro ’78 Jean Luc Casalanguida Mason Falbo Thomas Luik John Reddon Owain West Josh Colle ’92 Daniel Farlow ’98 Eric Naranowicz ’04 Gabriel Chahinian Michael Fiorucci Alexander Mangiardi Adam Regasz-Rethy Robert Wharry Tyas Charter Stephen Fiorucci Ryan Whealy Jason Annibale ’93 Michael Formusa ’05 Michael Panno ’09 Daniel Mantenuto Andrew Rick Luca Choi Patrick Fitzhenry Brandon Marinelli Jacob Robbins Gordon Whyte Chris Bingham ’83 Andrew Freitas ’03 Thomas Panno ’09 Jonathan Cockett Martin Ford Lubomir Martchenko Mathew Rondinone Daniel Williams Ron Clarkin ’75 Alex Frescura ’92 Christopher Paolini ’09 Michael Colalillo Phillip Fossella Arthur Jack Martin Joseph Ross Alex Jae-Yeon Won Gavin Davidson ’93 Andrew Gidaro ’02 Paul Santi ’99 Adrian Cole Giuseppe Fuda Ray Martinez-Rodriguez Victor Ruso Mathew Wright Domenic De Luca ’76 Adam Grossi ’03 Ron Scarafile ’05 Francesco Colosimo Andre Furlanetto Jesse Martini Gianni Sallese Benjamin Wronski Massimo De Simone ’04 Christopher Jones ’99 Brandon Sousa ’07 Attilio Commisso Mackenzie Graham Connor McClelland Nello Sansone Seung Doo Yang Rui de Sousa ’88 Michael Levine ’03 Salvatore Tassone ’83 Matthew Conforzi Luca Gramolini Richard Mienkowski Luke Sarabia Matthew Yellowlees Ryan DeLaurentis ’04 Kell Lynch ’05 Peter Thurton ’81 Philip Conforzi Liam Grippo Matthew Minor John Sawicki George Young

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