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TicketsTickets $200 $200 Includes HST Where are they now: Buzzers edition 26 Where are they now 27 On the Cover: Remembering our beloved Fr. Zinger, CSB, In Memoriam 30 OSM. Pictured here celebrating mass at Holy Rosary stmichaelscollegeschool.com/osm Church, . The way we were: 34 St. Michael’s College School flashback

2 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 3 MESSAGE ALUMNI FROM THE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT MESSAGE

My fellow alumni,

As winter draws to a close, so does my tenure as your 2nd Vice-President – GAVIN DAVIDSON ’93 president. What an experience. It has been an honour and a Gavin has been the co-editor of the Blue Banner since Fall Dear St. Michael’s Alumni and Friends, privilege to serve you. Three years ago we established three 2015. Gavin has assisted with Skate for Kids and most key areas of focus. I am proud to say we have made great recently, brought the Archangel’s Den initiative to fruition. It is a school day in early Spring in Toronto as I begin to service, and their presence to us as the face of Jesus Christ progress in achieving our objectives. compose this greeting. Many of our students are remarking act as beacons that light the way for us and our students. Events Coordinator – RON SCARAFILE ’05 that it is snowing outside today (stop chuckling, you We continue to bring graduates back to the school with Ron has been involved with the Alumni Association since Alumni in warmer climes). I am trying to reassure our The Double Blue Brotherhood of the past 165 years and the events like Turkey Roll, the Spring Reunion and BBQ, and 2012. Ron is the co-founder of the Enzo Montemurro ’81 Touch young men that it is not snow that is falling – surely not entire St. Michael’s community join in one enthusiastic Homecoming to name but a few. We have built solid ties with Football Classic and has volunteered for many alumni events. snow in Spring! – but manna from heaven. That’s right, chorus to congratulate and celebrate the Graduating Class the Parents’ Association, working together to enrich the because we know that St. Michael’s is the Promised Land, of 2018. May their education, formation, and SMCS experience for our students. In closing, I encourage you to stay connected to the school and make St. Mike's a part of your daily life. Attend the or very close to it. accomplishments at St. Michael’s College School, and The achievement I am most proud of is the focus on mentoring. We alumni events and, better still, become active in the especially their many valuable contributions to the world in have held a number of networking and mentoring events where SMCSAA. It is a truly rewarding experience and a great way The Israelites wandered in the desert, looking forward to a the years and decades to come, inspire faith and recent graduates have had the opportunity to be paired with to give back to our growing community. Promised Land that would be flowing with milk and honey. confidence in us all to believe and proclaim that the saintly professionals across a variety of industries. Most recently, we held We look forward to our Promised Land where we will meet are indeed among us even now. our first ‘Archangel's Den’. Graduates under age 30 presented I hope to see you at the porchetta table at the upcoming our Risen Lord face to face, in the company of all those their business ideas to a panel of judges and had the opportunity Turkey Roll in November. whom we have loved in this world and who have loved us. Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom, pray for us. to come away with funding to help develop their ideas. It was an We will gather around the table of the promised heavenly St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us. impressive event and one that is sure to be repeated. God bless and may we continue to take care of each other and banquet, in the full presence of God and the Saints. St. Basil the Great, pray for us. practice Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge every day. None of this could have happened without the tireless efforts of the SMCSAA members, the Advancement Office, and the The saintly are among us even now. We will always Sincerely in Christ, school's faculty and administration. I sincerely thank you all. remember and cherish Fr. Cecil Zinger, OSM, CSB with Frank Di Nino ’80 deep love and gratitude, praying that his life of faith and After a nomination and voting process among the Alumni President, SMCSAA devotion to our Lord and to St. Michael’s may serve as a Association Directors, I am happy to announce the Executive perpetual exemplar for all of us, in the certainty that he is Fr. Jefferson Mark Thompson, CSB ’79 for the 2018-2020/21 term: moving from the saintly whom we knew to the Saint whom President PAST PRESIDENTS we shall meet again. President – JOHN P. O’NEILL ’86 John has been an active member of the SMCSAA for many Frank Di Nino ’80 John McCusker ’57 W. Frank Morneau ‘59 years. Most recently, John held the position of Vice-President Marc Montemurro ’93 William Metzler ’65 Frank Glionna ’53 + The 2018 inductees into the Order of St. Michael are and Order of St. Michael committee member. Josh Colle ’92 John Bonvivere ’50 + George Cormack ’49 outstanding models of faith, character, and service in our Romeo Milano ’80 Michael Duffy ‘65 Richard Wakely ’64 + community: Hon. Consiglio Di Nino (Honorary ’13), Vice-President – MATT MONTEMURRO ’05 Peter Thurton ’81 Ross Robertson ‘64 Gordon Ashworth ’45 + Jerry Howarth, David Keon ’60, Reg Quinn, Matt has been an active part of the association and for the last Dennis Caponi Jr. ’86 William Rosenitsch ‘57 G. J. McGoey ’58 + Armand Scaini ’58, and Justice Bryan Shaughnessy three years been on the Executive as Events Coordinator. Matt Rob Grossi ’72 Paul Tomson ‘65 Paul McNamara ’40 + ’68. May their embodiment of the motto of our school and is the co-founder of the Enzo Montemurro ’81 Touch Football Paul Grossi ’69 John G. Walsh ’58 + Joseph Primeau ’28 + the Basilian Fathers, their examples of leadership and Classic and coordinated several successful networking events. Daniel Brennan ’70 Frank Thickett ’57 Dick Foster ’30 +

4 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 5 DEAR EDITOR,

LETTER LETTERS I actually graduated in '98 I think, definitely not '17. Never- FROM THE TO THE theless, I'm flattered by the mention. Krisjon Vargas ’98

EDITOR EDITOR ED’S REPLY: It is the magical Blue Banner Time Machine, Krisjon. It will take years off your life!

DEAR EDITOR, DEAR EDITOR, I am an alumnus of Saint Mike’s, going back to the class of 1958. Once again I note that the list of some of the biggest contribu- It was a long time ago but I still wear my graduating year school Dear Readers, Fr. Jefferson Thompson, CSB ’79’s homily at the tors to the continuation of the Alumni Association has been ring. I have supported the Fr. Neil Hibberd Bursary for some memorial prayer service held in the school gym (p.8). forgotten. This is not the first time and probably won't be the years now as Neil and I go back to grade school at St. John’s in the east end of Toronto. He is a very long time dear friend. By the time winter eventually drags itself to a close around last time that this has happened. Several of these distin- guished gentlemen have passed on and it's a good thing, as these parts, most people are glad to see it go, but that is Our ranks may be thinned, but they remain strong, as I am sure they would be greatly offended by the fact that their I have just completed reading the book Father Bauer and the the furthest thing from the truth when it comes to Frank evidenced by the latest collection of inductees to the Order efforts over so many years are not important enough to be Great Experiment by Greg Oliver, which I learned of in the Di Nino ‘80’s term as President of the St. Michael’s Alumni St. Michael (p.14). This year a total of six supporters of the remembered. Or aren't the old timers who are no longer able latest issue of the Blue Banner, which I regularly receive. It is a wonderful book as it brought back many cherished memo- Association. Frank has truly been a blessing for both the school, a mixture of alumni and friends of St. Michael’s, will to contribute their time, effort, and most importantly, it seems, ries of my time at the school. Alumni Association and the school. We say goodbye now be inducted into our hallowed order. The induction their money, of any value or concern. Shame on you! with a tinge of sadness to President Frank, but take joy from ceremony, which will be held on May 30 at the Liberty It has always been a feature of the Blue Banner to include the Fr. Bauer, CSB ‘XX was my Grade 9 Homeroom teacher the fact he will remain active with the Alumni Association in Grand, is always one of the highlights of the year when it is names of ALL the Past Presidents (living or deceased), going when I first entered Saint Mike’s in the fall of 1953. He was the role of Past President. held (year when occurs every third). I encourage you to go back to my time as publisher of the Blue Banner and prior to ‘Mr. Bauer’ as I recall at that time and was ordained shortly out today and get your ticket so that you can help dedicate a that, Paul Thompson ‘65's time as publisher, and as far after. He taught us Religion and was frequently advising us when we got a little restless, “Prudence, boys, prudence.” Of course we recently said goodbyes of a much more night to those who have dedicated their lives to the school. back as I can remember being part of the Alumni Association (since the 50s). It has just been a note at the bottom of one of permanent nature to two prominent members of our commu- He stated many times quietly that he could run through the the early pages. I wrote to Joe Younder ’56 the last time Not only is the Order of St. Michael bursting at the seams entire class with the football. In fact he did just that. One day nity, and members of the Order of St. Michael, who, though the omission occurred (and was corrected). Hopefully we can as he took the entire class out on the football field and lined us neither were graduates, exemplified what it meant to be with worthy inductees, the younger generation of SMCS look forward to the re-emergence of the list. all up at one end of the field with him at the other. He tucked alumni are also achieving great things in the world beyond St. Michael’s Men. Ed Santi, OSM and his wife Leda, his cassock into his belt, received a kick off type of ball, and Thank you for your response and attention to this matter. I look OSM were typical St. Michael’s parents, working hard and these yellow bricked walls. The recent Archangel’s Den very gradually manoeuvred through the entire class down to forward to receiving each edition of the Banner. juggling multiple roles to put three children through private competition provided a chance for ten alumni groups to the other end without a hand being laid on him. Unforgettable. showcase their projects, with the winner taking a home a After his passing, I attended his wake on St. Joseph Street. school, who became tightly tied to the school through John H. McCusker ’57 tragedy. In Remembering Ed Santi (p. 13) the Blue Banner cool $10,000. All the excitement, and what it might mean With regard to the book, I feel it should be required reading pays tribute to the respected family man with a strong value for the school, is detailed in a fantastic article by regular ED’S REPLY: John, thank you for pointing that out. You will note for every alumnus and for every student currently enrolled in system and great sense of humour. contributor Brandon Sousa (p.20). that the Past Presidents listing has been restored on page 5. the school and those to be enrolled in the future. Fr. Bauer’s life journey really emphasizes the values we all received through Despite the loss of leading lights, our future looks bright, our education at the school. I consider my time at the school It was of course a massive blow to the community to lose in DEAR EDITOR, even as we continue to gaze on the legacy of our past, as being taught by priests like him (Fr. Higgins, CSB, Fr. Egsgard, quick succession a major benefactor and booster of the CSB, Fr. Mullins, CSB, Fr. Cowley, CSB, Fr. Gorman, CSB, Fr. do Domenico Frascà ’69 and Justice Antonio Di Zio school in Ed Santi and the one man who, more than any Just wanted to thank the Blue Banner for its role in organizing Penny, CSB) as an incredible blessing in my life. other, came to not only represent, but define St. Michael’s ’69 in this edition of The Way We Were (p.34). the first Archangel’s Den. I thought it was very well run and I am excited about what this can become in the future. Please let College School. Here at St. Michael’s it is said that no one Very best wishes, Because we would not be the way we are, were it not for the me know if I can be of any assistance in helping to advance Dr. Lawrence (Larry) Kuzminski ‘58 man is bigger than the institution, but Fr. Cecil Zinger, and encourage entrepreneurship in the SMCS community! way we were. CSB, OSM was himself an institution, one inextricably ED REPLY: Thanks for the thoughtful submission, Larry. linked with the school that he called home, and loved, for Best, Think I will run out and buy myself a copy of that book!! Joyous Reading! more than 50 years. Fr. Zinger played such a large role in Greg Fedele ’13 the school’s history and development that we could have ED’S REPLY: Greg, congratulations on your second place CORRECTION: The Blue Banner would like to apologize for easily dedicated an entire issue, but instead we present a finish. You have a fantastic product, I wish you all the success an omission on pg. 34 of the Fall 2017 (Volume 22) edition. selection of poignant remembrances, headed by as beautiful Gavin Davidson ’93 and I’m sure you will be a great resource to our alumni Mr. Vince Pagano was referenced as a former teacher instead a piece of writing as you are likely to see, a transcript from Editor community moving forward. of a former teacher and Vice Principal of St. Michael’s.

6 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 7 Fr. Zinger, we couldn't help but notice that you seldom wore REFLECTIONS ON a jacket that did not bear our school crest on it. You are the very embodiment of the St. Michael's Man, devoting your A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS: life to us so that we may grow and flourish as St. Michael's Men ourselves. Your ubiquitous presence in the school, your FR. ZINGER, CSB, OSM nurturing of our spirituality, your unfailing kindness, and your immeasurable generosity have contributed, and will not stop contributing, to our collective spiritual growth and happiness. We have come to understand that you were always striving loved it, because you returned to St. Mike's as a priest to educate and form us in mind, body, and soul. Your in 1966. Ever since that happy year, five decades of the indelible influence in our lives can never, will never be under- St. Michael's Family have constituted the totality of your estimated. Even now, your prayers of intercession are Basilian life and ministry: five decades of that warm smile supporting us. Fr. Zinger, you have touched our souls and and cheerful spirit, ten generations of students witnessing you have sealed them for Christ. your beautiful and genuine humility, and learning from your profound wisdom. If we had tried to say any of this to your face, Fr. Zinger, if we had tried to express to you how much you mean to us, St. Michael's students, faculty, staff, alumni, and families have you would have stopped us at the first comma. So often it felt come to find in you, Fr. Zinger, a model and a beacon of to us like your simplicity, your humility, your charm, were own lives to serve the Church and the world. Fr. Zinger, we inspiration, a light that will never be extinguished in our lives. always getting in our way. Fr. Zinger, we are heartbroken hope you are smiling with pride now as you see us applying Every one of us has Fr. Zinger stories of our own, and don't that, finally, you can't stop us anymore from saying all of this the lessons you taught us so well, taking our mourning and On October 27, 2017 the St. Michael’s community was they sound better with each retelling? You have been our to you now. And we are saying it to your face, a gentle and our prayers tonight from here, St. Michael's College School, rocked by the loss of a universally loved and respected priest, our teacher, our colleague, our coach, our mentor, our loving face that is forever before our mind's eye, forever at to the joyful celebration of your life and legacy tomorrow in cornerstone of the College School. Fr. Cecil Zinger, CSB, spiritual director, and our friend. Basilian Fathers of my home in our hearts, forever written into the contours of our St. Basil's Church in your Mass of Resurrection. OSM left an indelible mark on literally thousands of members generation have heard me refer to you as my Basilian grand- souls. Please know, Fr. Zinger, we feel that we have lost an of the St. Michael’s community. Here, he is remembered by father. You have taught us, you have married us, you have important part of ourselves, but please know also that you More than just symbolic of the fullness of your Basilian life former student and current school president, Fr. Jefferson baptized us, and you have prayed for us, at least every have given us so much more to fill our void of sadness. Our and ministry, this movement from school to church is our Thompson, CSB ’79, and by a variety of SMCS afternoon in the school chapel, around 5 o'clock, where I saw grief is the price of our love for you. pledge to you, Fr. Zinger, that we have embraced your love community members, whose lives he touched in similarly you daily as I left school. And you even let me interrupt your for the faith and for the Church, just as much as our hearts meaningful ways. prayers to chat about my pretensions at being a gardener. When any of us, all of us, first met you, Fr. Zinger, it was either have embraced you. According to the proverbs that have at this school, or at some gathering or event connected to this always adorned the top of your classroom walls, Fr. Zinger, Reflections from Fr. Thompson‘s homily delivered at Fr. Zinger, you are the epitome of the St. Michael's Gentle- school. And then, through the years and decades, when we we will never stop hearing your good music as but a shadow Fr. Zinger’s, CSB, OSM memorial prayer service held in the man, never wavering from your selfless dedication to teach- encountered and engaged you on multiple other occasions in of divine perfection, just as we will hear your composition of school gym on Monday October 30, 2017. ing and living goodness, discipline, and knowledge. If it is various other locations, again it had something to do with this the fanfare introduction to the Hymn to St. Michael this true that one is nearer God’s heart in a garden than school. It has always been on the mountaintop of St. Michael's evening, for it was you who showed us that true nobility On my first day of Grade 9 in September of 1974, in Period anywhere else on earth, then surely it was goodness and College School, hasn't it, where, during our young and forma- comes from virtue and not from birth. 2, I went down to Room 12 for Religion. Standing at the front Godliness that were soaking into our bones and growing tive years, you taught and revealed to us the glory of God's of the classroom was something that I had never under our feet with each detention we served with you in the love for us, made manifest through his Son Jesus Christ. So, not a tragic hero here, but just you, our dear and beloved seen before: a priest who was also my teacher. It was you, school gardens. Surely it was discipline that you were shoot- Because of your mediation through the years and decades, Fr. Fr. Zinger; nevertheless, was there ever a farewell so well Fr. Zinger. I am standing here before all your friends this ing at us with your water pistol in the 1970s and 80s. And Zinger, we see now in hindsight that we felt as if transfigured suited as these immortal words are to you: evening because you, Fr. Zinger, stood at the front of my because we thirsted for more and more discipline, surely it in your classroom, in your conversation, in your presence. classroom. All of us are here this evening and we all stand was we who forced you, reluctant though you were, to Now cracks a noble heart. Good-night, sweet Prince; where we do in our lives because you, Fr. Zinger, either stood upgrade to a super-soaker in the 2000s. Your knowledge of How wonderful it would have been to remain there, here, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest. at the front of our classroom or came to stand for what means us was never anything else but your love for us, which we see with you. But you always sent us back down the mountain to the most to us. to this day hanging on the walls of your Classroom 12. take the teachings of Jesus Christ, so lovingly handed on and Dear Fr. Zinger, may you and all the faithful departed, through Seeing ourselves there, younger versions of ourselves in the explained to us by you, to light the way throughout our lives the mercy of God, rest in the peace of the Risen Christ. Cecil Harold Zinger, you came to St. Michael's College making, we understand now how blessed we all are to have of faith, character, and service in our families and in our Because more things are wrought by prayer than this world School in 1957 as a Basilian Scholastic to spend three years known you and loved you. You have been the incarnation of world. You emptied yourself to serve us at St. Michael's dreams of, please pray for us, Fr. Zinger, as we shall pray for teaching and being involved in student life. You must have goodness, discipline, and knowledge before our very eyes. College School so that we might move out of ourselves in our you, so that one day we may all merrily meet in heaven.

8 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 9 Reflections from Fr. Ian Boyd, CSB St. Basil’s Church and the church was filled to capacity by Fr. Fr. Cecil Zinger was a priest who did not understood arithme- Cecil’s friends, many of whom were graduates of the College tic. He could not count past one. For him, everyone he met School. May he rest in peace! He will be greatly missed. was unique and irreplaceable. If you were his friend, you were not one of a group of friends. He treated you Reflections from Cathy Di Nunzio, SMCS Staff as though you were his only friend. How many hundreds Fr. Zinger was an outstanding educator and a model priest of St. Michael’s alumni could rightly regard themselves as with a beautiful soul inside and out. He embodied what it Fr. Zinger’s special friend? And so they were. Each of them means to be a St. Michael’s Man, displaying goodness, was his special friend. Once he knew you, he never forgot discipline, and knowledge. Fr. Zinger had a warm and you. After you left the school, he followed your personal and wonderful smile that lit up as soon as he entered a room. No your professional career with the keenest interest. He was matter who you were, young or old, he always made time someone who was always there for you when you needed for you. Fr. Zinger you will be missed, but never forgotten. wise council or consolation. Yes, he was a teacher, but before he was a teacher, he was first and always a priest. Reflections from Sandy Gray, Librarian Fr. Zinger made me welcome in the library when I arrived May I end this brief comment on a more personal note. I have 10 years ago. His kind and thoughtful support never known Father Cecil for some sixty years. We were students wavered, and in him I found a true friend and confidant. His together at St. Thomas More College in the University of quiet, caring presence in the library, in the gardens, and in Saskatchewan in the early 50s. Both of us went to the my family's life is a lasting treasure. Basilian Fathers noviciate after our graduation in 1956. As seminarians, both of us taught at the College School and Reflections from Isaac Kuk ’18 both of us studied theology together in preparation for our To all he was a friendly priest, always ready with words of Reflections from Romeo Milano ’80 I can’t say that I know a lot of people that are there for ordination to the priesthood in 1963. wisdom or a cookie from the library. But to those who were It is difficult to put in words what Fr. Zinger meant to me. everything. fortunate to know him better, Fr. Zinger was a friend, a He was the most pious man who inspired me through his Our careers as Basilians took us on somewhat different mentor, a rock amidst the turmoil of everyday life. actions and teachings. Fr. Zinger was thought provoking when Fr. Zinger was there for my father, then my family. It paths. Fr. Cecil returned to St. Michael’s and taught there for talking about the poor and the homeless. He was opinionated, impresses me that when speaking to friends, they have the rest of his life. I returned to Saskatoon and taught there for Reflections from Cristian Mastrangelo ’18 but always consistent with the teachings of the church. moments in their lives that Fr. Zinger was part of - presiding some thirty years, until my transfer to Seton Hall University in I think the best quote Fr. Zinger ever told me was this: "The weddings, giving last rights to dying parents, baptizing New Jersey. But although our work separated us, it never things of God come before the things of St. Michael." As students everyone saw him as a disciplinarian, but he children. He had time for everyone, sharing laughter or disturbed our friendship. When I visited my community in Fr. Zinger was a man who dedicated his entire life to was very sensitive and gentle. When his mother passed tears, offering life advice or forgiveness. Now that Fr. Toronto, as I often did, Fr. Cecil was always the first person I God and his faith. Even amid the hectic goings of SMCS, away in the late 70s I was in Grade 10. I was nominated Zinger is gone, a void has been created. would try to see. We would walk down St. Clair Avenue to Fr. Zinger ensured everyone stayed true to their faith and by the class to write a letter expressing our condolences for the Pizza Hut and talk to each other about what was happen- maintained God as a priority. This almost holy nature of his his loss. He kept that letter and would always remind me of Reflections from Very Rev. George T. Smith, CSB ing in our lives. I was grieved to receive word of his sudden resonated within everyone he met and left them feeling how much it comforted him. Fr. Cecil Zinger, CSB was a fixture on the campus of St. illness and death, and I was pleased to be asked to preach inspired. For example, I never felt more in touch with God Michael's College School for 60 years. He was dedicated the homily at his funeral. The funeral Mass was celebrated at than after choir rehearsals with Father. He would always tell me that he prayed for me as well as to his teaching, and had a genuine rapport with his students. all St Michael's students. When I visited him in hospital he Fr. Zinger had a positive impact on the lives of thousands of only asked that I pray for him. In my life I have never prayed young men, and was the living embodiment of the school’s for anyone as much as I have prayed for Cecil Zinger. A motto ‘Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge’. very sensitive and loving human being who in his lifetime must have said over a million prayers for humanity. I Reflections from Peter Thurton ’81 cherished our many talks and the warm embrace as we said When I think of a Saint, I conjure up images of someone our goodbyes. I miss him. who in all that he or she does, they do them because in and of themselves they are good, right, just and done in God's Reflections from Dom Montemurro ’78 name and to please God. I have known the late Great Fr. I think the most memorable thing about Fr. Zinger was that Cecil Zinger for over forty-two years, and during that time he was always there. Whether you were celebrating a we had many personal and intellectual exchanges. His marriage, birth, christening, he was just there. Fr. Zinger actions, words and thoughts, all of them, to put it simply was there for so many people, which makes him amazing. were: Saintly.

10 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 11 Reflections from Joe Younder ’56 (excerpted from Fr. Many will remember Room 12, his basement oasis, a drop- Zinger’s introduction speech at the Order of St. Michael in center for graduates, where many young minds have been REMEMBERING Induction Ceremony on April 23, 2015) nurtured. It is a room filled with the pictorial history of his classes, statutes of Mary and St. Joseph, and his ever-present At the beginning of Robert Bolt’s A Man for all Seasons the piano. This and more is Fr. Zinger. ED SANTI, OSM ambitious Richard Rich, who wanted only advancement, asked Thomas More what he should do in life. More replied he However, many of you might not know that Fr. Zinger is not should become a teacher, saying “you’d make a fine teacher, only a very accomplished musician, but also a songwriter? perhaps even a great one”. Disappointed, Rich asked, “but if He once confided in me that it took him 15 years to write a I was, who would know?” “Ah,” replied More, “you would lullaby. I said, "Cece, 15 years to write a lullaby, why so know it, your pupils, your friends, God. Not a bad audience.” long?" He replied, “I kept falling asleep.” Funny guy, Cecil. A priestly man, he leads by example in humility, in persever- The St. Michael’s College School community was saddened Such is the makeup of our final inductee, Fr. Cecil Zinger, ance, in kindness, and in love of his students and his Basilian by the passing of Edward ‘Enzo’ Santi in his 71st year on CSB, OSM. If the purpose of life is to lead a life of purpose, community. He is indeed a humble and gentle man, a man November 2, 2017, after a courageous 10-month battle then you will find this man of God, either in a classroom for others who has brought light, warmth, and faith to those with cancer. In recognition of his many contributions to the teaching your son ethical values, or those prayers once he has touched. His very presence commands a loyalty and school, and to his community, Ed and his wife Leda were taught at our bedsides, or tending the school gardens some- a respect given to few. His many life stories surround inducted into the Order of St. Michael in 2008. times in the company of wayward students (ed’s note: like students and if you now listen carefully to his words, you will me) in detention doing spring clean-up, or planting new hear his message. growth, or you may find him in the library assisting inquisi- Ed and Leda became members of the St. Michael’s commu- tive minds, or perhaps playing the piano, or leading the nity when their son, Paul ’99, entered Grade 9 in 1994, “Ed became a benefactor of SMCS in 1995 as his sons choir in school celebrations. followed by Marc ’01 in 1996, and David ’03 in 1998. entered the school,” recalls Kimberley Bailey, Director of Advancement. “His relationship continued to grow stronger “I think the relationship with St. Mike’s started because my into various volunteer roles long after they graduated. His parents were looking for a good school that was driven by wisdom, assistance, and presence will truly be missed.” strong principles and guided by the Church,” recalled eldest

son, Paul. “My dad was very concerned about our character In addition to his generous volunteer efforts, Ed and Leda development and found that in the holistic approach at established the Marc Santi Exit Scholarship in memory of St. Michael’s.” their son, as well as sponsoring a stain glass window that now appears in the grand foyer of the school. The Santi boys enjoyed a very active and fruitful experience at St. Mike’s, however, their time at the school will be forever Ed was also very generous with his time in his local community marked by the tragic death of Marc, in a car accident and was very active with a variety of organizations. He was during his graduating year. Following Marc’s passing, Ed a board member for the Richmond Hill Hockey Association, and Leda established the Marc Santi Foundation to honour Mackenzie Health, Crime Stoppers, and the Richmond Hill his legacy by supporting many charitable organizations, Public Library. He also spent time volunteering at his church, Our Lady Queen of the World. institutions, and individuals in need.

“Ed was one of the most affable people I knew, someone “The impact the school had on us as a family after Marc’s who instantly made you feel comfortable and welcome,” death was overwhelming. I know my dad felt forever remembers Michael De Pellegrin ’94, the school’s indebted to the school for the support they provided during Director of Communications. “He held St. Michael’s close to that time,” notes youngest son, David. “It spurred him to get his heart, as an extension of his own family, and was always involved in a variety of ways to help the school.” thinking of different ways to support us.”

Edward was dedicated to St. Michael’s College School and Edward will be remembered as a family man who had a volunteered his time to a number of committees, including great sense of humour and was defined by a strong value gala dinners for the school’s 150th anniversary and 100 system. He was extremely personable, and will be greatly Years of Hockey, as well as the Annual Golf Tournament. missed by his family and many friends.

12 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 13 The Order of St. Michael 2018

The Order of St. Michael is the highest honour that St. Michael’s College School can bestow on a member of its community. It is awarded to individuals who embody the Basilian Fathers’ motto DAVE KEON ’60 ‘Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge,’ through their contribution to the spiritual, Dave Keon is known as the greatest Toronto Maple Leaf of all time. His famed number 14, academic, or material welfare of the school and the greater community. The members of the Order now retired by the Leafs, hangs proudly from the rafters of the Air Canada Centre in serve as models for our students and for all of society. This year’s six worthy inductees will be Toronto. During his time with Toronto, Dave Keon captured four Stanley Cups and served as one of the franchise’s celebrated captains. During his 15-year career in the NHL, he won honoured at a ceremony held at the Liberty Grand on May 30, 2018. For more information and to multiple awards. In 1986, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall get your ticket visit stmichaelscollegeschool.com/osm. of Fame, in 2010 he was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame, and most recently, his statue was proudly unveiled on Toronto’s famous Legends Row at the entrance of the Air Canada Centre.

Mr. Keon is a significant part of Canadian sports history. He is also a hallmark of the sports THE HONOURABLE CONSIGLIO DI NINO (Honorary ’13) legacy at St. Michael’s College School, where his hockey career began playing Junior A For more than five decades Hon. Consiglio Di Nino has been responsible for senior executive for the St. Michael’s Buzzers from 1956-1957 and for the Majors from 1958-1960 and positions in a variety of businesses, community organizations, and in the public sector. where he was a student for four years, graduating in 1960. His involvement in these areas has contributed substantially to the success of two Ontario trust companies (Federal Trust Company and Cabot Trust Company) and several charitable Mr. Keon is a true ambassador for St. Michael’s College School. He has always capitalized on opportunities to promote the and not-for-profit organizations (particularly Villa Charities Inc.). school in the media and speaks fondly of SMCS referring to himself as a St. Michael’s Man. Through his success, and poise during and after his hockey career, Mr. Keon continues to inspire generations and reminds our nation of the core values that

In 1979, after 23 years’ experience in the financial sector, Mr. Di Nino, together with a define us as athletes, but more importantly as human beings. group of other Ontario business persons, founded and presided over Cabot Trust Company Mr. Keon epitomizes the St. Michael’s and Basilian Fathers motto, “Teach me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge,” both and subsequently Cabot Capital Corporation, the trust company’s parent. Under Mr. Di Nino’s professionally and personally, with his admirable and humble character and unwavering faith. stewardship, Cabot Trust grew to a profitable, successful mid-size company, widely respected within the community.

JERRY HOWARTH In addition to his business experience, Mr. Di Nino has an extensive background of volunteer commitments to various community Jerry Howarth, a Canadian citizen who grew up in San Francisco, recently retired as the service groups. He has served in senior capacities in numerous organizations including: Chairman, Harbourfront Corporation; Toronto Blue Jays radio broadcaster after spending 36 years at the microphone. Jerry President, Canadian Italian Business and Professional Association; and President, Scouts Canada, Greater Toronto Region. started his career with the Tacoma Twins of the Pacific Coast League in 1974 and 1975

before moving to Salt Lake City where he broadcasted another three seasons. He then For the past 40 years, Mr. Di Nino has been a founder and a major participant in the development of the Villa Charities Inc. joined the Blue Jays in 1982 working with Hall of Fame broadcaster, Tom Cheek. Jerry campus at Lawrence & Dufferin Avenues in the central Toronto area. This campus consists of an 18-acre parcel of land, broadcast an estimated 7,500 games in his professional career which included Toronto’s containing some of the world’s most successful examples of charitable and not-for-profit programs. The 391 bed Villa back-to-back World Series Championships in 1992 and 1993. Colombo Home for the Aged provides exceptional care for seniors requiring 24 hour permanent nursing care. The 170,000 square foot Columbus Centre delivers social, cultural, recreational and educational services to several thousand participants In 2012, Howarth was honoured by the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame with the Jack each year. As past Chairman of Villa Charities Inc., Mr. Di Nino has played, and continues to play, a major role in the devel- Graney Award for lifetime contributions to baseball in Canada. In 2003 he received the opment of this outstanding community organization which has received both local and international acclaim. Sports Media Canada award for achievement, with Cheek, and in 2016 won the award again for his individual efforts. Mr. Di Nino was appointed to the Canadian Senate in 1990 on the recommendation of Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, where he served until his retirement in 2012. Mr. Di Nino attended SMCS from 1953-55 before withdrawing to support his Howarth has two sons who graduated from St. Michael’s College School, Ben in 1996 and Joe in 1997. Jerry has been a family. The Di Nino legacy continued when his son, Frank graduated from St. Michael’s in 1980. In 2013, Di Nino was strong ambassador and advocate of the school, while contributing to the school community in public speaking and mentorship presented with an honorary St. Michael’s diploma. capacities. He has contributed significantly to many Christian Charities in the city.

14 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 15 REGIS QUINN ARMAND SCAINI ’58 Regis Quinn, fondly known at St. Michael’s as Reg, is a business man who has spent many Armand Scaini graduated from St. Michael’s College School in 1958. He is known for his years serving St. Michael’s College School as a member of the board of directors. Quinn passion, intelligence, and his steadfast dedication to improving the lives of those around him. was largely instrumental in the early success of the school’s re-entry into Major Junior hockey. At a young age, Armand and his family moved from Italy to Canada. Not knowing the language, he was forced to start two years behind the Grade 6 education he had Quinn started working at a very young age to help out his family financially. It all started completed in Italy. He quickly picked up English and believed he was destined to attend with his first two summers at Atlas Steele in Welland. He then went on to study and become SMCS and worked extra hard in Grade 8 to achieve marks high enough to attend. During a barber and a hairdresser, but quickly abandoned that to join Litton Industries selling his time at St. Mike’s, Armand developed a strong respect for his teachers including Fr. computers in the early 60s. At the age of 24, Regis became the youngest Canadian Tire Ronan, CSB ’41, Scaini’s shop teacher whom he was most fond of. During his time at St. Dealer in history and he soon came to Toronto to run one of the largest Canadian Tire Stores Mike’s, Scaini assisted Fr. Ronan with various building related projects, many of which took in the country. place at Henry Carr Farm.

Ownership in hockey soon followed with the purchase of the Young Nats Organization. He Since his time at St. Michael’s, Scaini has had a very successful construction career. During also became a sponsor of St. Michael's Buzzers, which included buying a Zamboni for the St. Mike's arena. Quinn then this time he took on a volunteer position as a member of Famee Furlane where he focused much of his efforts on social bought the . He worked with Fr. McLean and Fr. Fitzpatrick, CSB, who was the principal of St. Mike's at housing and long-term care facilities for the Italian-Canadian community. His lifelong ambition has been to assist with social housing within the community, and he is known for his expertise, technical know-how, cost-effective solutions, and innovative that time, to try to bring Major Junior A Hockey back to St. Michael's School. ideas. Scaini is a true humanitarian who is inspired by helping others live their best life by bettering communities. Armand is also a major donor and an ardent benefactor of St. Michael’s College School. Quinn was asked to meet with Fr. Mohan, CSB for the first time, when St. Michael's was again trying to acquire a Major Junior A hockey team. Fr. Mohan asked Regis to assume a leadership role in the school's Expansion Project in the late 90s and to serve on The Board of the School and to head up the Financial Committee. Quinn also served on the Investment BRYAN SHAUGHNESSY ’68 Committee under the leadership of Fr. Redican, CSB, He also worked with Fr. Redican on the committee to open Holy Name Justice Bryan Shaughnessy attended St. Michael’s College School and graduated in 1968. of Mary College Catholic School which was supported by the Basilian Fathers. He then attended the University of St. Michael’s College, where he graduated with

Bachelor’s Degree. After obtaining a BA, Justice Shaughnessy attended Queen’s University In the late 90s, Regis sold his Canadian Tire store and started Protect Air with his brother. Protect Air is a vehicle emissions Law School, graduating with a Bachelor of Laws. He then articled at Phelan O’Brien Ruther- company that runs emissions programmes in many states and provinces throughout North America. This business grew very ford Lawer and Shannon and upon completion of the Bar Admission Course was called to substantially in a very short period of time and was sold off. In 2001, Regis opened his first BMW store and over time opened the Bar of Ontario in 1976 as a Barrister and Solicitor. seven more dealerships. Reg is a big supporter of St. Michael’s College School, he has made donations to the Centre of the

Arts, and even donated a Mini Cooper car for a school fundraiser. During his professional career, Justice Shaughnessy practiced law primarily in civil litigation,

first at Phelan O’Brien Shannon and Lawer in Toronto, and thereafter in partnership in the In closing, one of Regis favourite past times, that he still enjoys to this day, is playing hockey with St. Michael's Oldtimers. law firm of Sosna and Shaughnessy in Whitby, Ontario. In 1998, Justice Shaughnessy was appointed to the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario, and from 2000-07 was the Regional Senior Judge for the Central East Region. Currently Justice Shaughnessy sits as a trial judge in the Superior Court of Justice in Oshawa, Ontario.

Induction Ceremony Justice Shaughnessy is heavily involved in law moot court programmes at many secondary schools, including St. Michael’s College School where he works with students to establish an understanding of the students of the Canadian law and justice May 30, 2018 system. He was instrumental in building the foundation for the Law and Moot Court programmes at SMCS (still in operation today). Justice Shaughnessy donated the trophy which is awarded annually to the winner of the Moot Court Competition and also donated the St. Thomas More Legal Advocacy Award, awarded annually to the graduating student who has shown an Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex aptitude for the study of law and for the various forms of advocacy practiced during the year. He has also volunteered as a judge for the Moot competition since its creation over 15 years ago. Includes HST Tickets $200 Justice Shaughnessy has remained close to St. Michael’s, as his three sons all graduated from the school, Sean in 1998, stmichaelscollegeschool.com/osm Kevin in 2000, and Paul in 2003.

16 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 17 DOUBLE BLUE PICTORIAL:

TURKEY ROLL On Friday, November 24, 2017, more than 350 alumni came to St. Michael’s to celebrate the annual Turkey Roll & Reunion. Fr. Jeff Thompson, CSB ’79 began the evening by celebrating Mass. The classes of 2008, 1993, and 2008 where honoured throughout the event for celebrating milestone anniversary. 54 years of alumni were represented throughout the evening, spanning from 1954 to 2017.

18 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 19 career. The event kicked off with host Gavin Davidson ’93, Heerium headquarters, collecting the emotions and feelings WELCOME joined by co-host, the Honourable Consiglio Di Nino ’13, of the big chapters of people’s lives. Think of it like a 60 a former Canadian Senator. Davidson acknowledged the event Minutes interview after events like graduation, marriage, or TO THE DEN, sponsors, Eastmore Group, Linda Hook, and an anonymous your first child. These moments are collected and stored on alumnus donor, and alumni who had given their time as mentors servers so your life can be packaged back to you and your before introducing the panel of judges, which included Frank loved ones. It’s different than social media, which collects the GENTLEMEN Di Nino ’80, Ralph Montemurro ’91, Michael De minutia of every day life or catalogues vacations; it focuses Brandon Sousa ‘07 Pellegrin ’94, Steven Hellmanns ’96, Stephanie Nicholls on collecting small moments of time so that you can get a

Conor Ross wowed the judges with concussion calibrated monitors of Alumni Affairs, and Nikki Pett, Sigma Promotions. digestible idea of life in a single review. The judges were impressed. With no major competitors in the market, Harris With $15,000 in total prizes, first place would walk away had captured a creative idea and communicated it within the Tension ran high on the first of March in the St. Michael’s week leading up to the event, these mentors rolled up their with $10,000 for their venture, while second and third five-minute window. College School Centre for the Arts with ten teams competing sleeves with their fellow old boys, making sure they were ready. would be awarded $3,500 and $1,500 respectively to help in the first Archangel’s Den, an entrepreneur showcase their business reach the next level. This next idea left the judges and many people in the showdown hosted by the Alumni Association and the school. Alumni mentor Jonathan Buccella ’07 said, “jumping in audience in awe. An idea so niche, you wondered why it The first prize: $10,000. with such a short timespan makes it almost as exhilarating First to the den was Classfeed by Roman Grod ’16 and had never been done before. Iris Technologies, from alumnus for you as a mentor as it was for the teams. With each team Martin Lebed ’16, an exchange platform that enables Conor Ross ’12 creates secondary computer monitors A call for submissions was sent out near the year’s end in at such a different phase in both their idea and career, I students to share resources and information in a post-secondary clinically tested for victims of concussions. These monitors 2017 to alumni that had graduated in the past ten years. though the most impactful time was when we had our initial environment. Already garnering media attention from CTV, replicate e-paper technology, which aids in the The field was narrowed down to the top ten finalists, who meeting and the idea was being pitched to me for the first CBC, and Narcity online, they highlighted their 3,500-plus recovery process for those who have recently suffered were announced on February 9. time. Asking what may seem like the obvious but tough users, $3,500 in revenue, and impressive profit margins concussions. Current LED screens have a refresh rate that questions helped prep the team but also, tailor their pitches achieved in only six months. Based on the judges’ reactions, directly impacts a damaged brain’s ability to hold informa- Each of the ten teams was paired with an alumni mentor who to a broader audience.” they were impressed but had their doubts about the integrity of tion and with four million concussions a year, there’s an assisted the contestants in converting their three-page business the finished product in a peer-to-peer operation. entire market of technology-dependant affected individuals plan into a five-minute presentation, guiding them through their All prepped, each team of contestants entered the den with searching for a solution. ideas and preparing them for the potential cross-fire of questions their ideas ready to go and their presentations more polished They were followed by Michael Bissonnette ’16 with his from the panel of esteemed judges. For two to three hours a than anything they had ever produced in their high school idea for Crypto Master, an online media outlet solely devoted Conor and his university business partner had both been to the latest news and trends of crypto currency. affected by friends and family who suffered concussions. Mild-mannered archangel and president of the alumni They believed in their idea so much, they launched a BBQ association, Frank Di Nino had his curiosity piqued, but was cleaning business just to raise enough capital to complete ready with questions around longevity and generating their prototype. With extensive medical testing, their income. With the lens of goodness in the school’s motto, the question of ethics around black market uses of crypto currency also came flooding to the floor.

Next in the den was Fan Battle from Pedro Pessoa ’09 and Salah Rawdat ’08 - an online system offering members an arena to compete for tickets based on their sports knowledge. This subscription-based product would reward fantasy fans with coveted tickets to a Leafs game, valuing knowledge over cash, unlike their competitors in the space. Archangel Steven Hellman ’96 recognized the gamification trend in the industry and congratulated the team on their fans-first focus.

Heerium was an idea that sparked a lot of attention in the den. The brainchild of alumnus David Harris ’11, Heerium is the reinvention of the time capsule. This online platform focuses on self-generated videos prompted by questions from

20 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 21 redesigned monitor hit the market with the support of the At the end of ten presentations, the judges took some time to medical industry. They are currently in the process of deliberate on who would be walking away with $10,000 in medically testing their monitor’s positive effects for those new venture capital, along with the second and third prizes. susceptible to migraines and working with insurance compa- The Honourable Con Di Nino took the stage, reflecting on nies to validate their device for future coverage. the ingenuity and vision many of these St. Michael’s alumni brought to the event, while Davidson shared his apprecia- The Player Vault, by Collin Rocha ’10 and Scott Turano tion for the mentors and judges who helped offer their insight ’10, is a web-based platform for FIFA sports agents to and advice to the next big thing. network and expedite player tryouts, trades, and contracts. Their business is a social network for amateur soccer “The quality of ideas presented by these young alumni today players, scouts, and agents, leveraging a database of talent was incredible, but none of this would have been possible to coordinate recruitment and schedule try-outs. With without the efforts of the mentors working behind the 120,000 agents and scouts sifting through 300 million scenes,” said Davidson. “The entire Alumni Association has players globally, this subscription-based service would cut been behind this idea and it is a testament to everyone’s down on the cold-calling clutter facing the industry today. efforts that it has been such a success.”

Next on stage were Connor Emeny ’14 and Liam Michael Bissonnette wants to help people master crypto currencies After intense deliberation, the judges called David Harris of “I thought that the Archangel’s Den was an amazing event. Totten ’14 with Social Butterfly. Their online service focuses Heerium to the stage to accept third place, congratulating As an alumnus, I am really excited that St. Mike’s is making on connecting local business with micro-influencers on social him on his innovative idea and unique approach to captur- important steps in fostering innovation at a young age,” said media. Micro-influencers are budding social media celebri- clients. The judges recognized the potential of the business, ing the essence of one’s emotions in life. Then, Greg Fedele Ross in accepting the first prize. “This was a huge win for us ties who have a geo-targeted following, leading to grass- growing from professional athletes to rising stars and young and Ben Caranci graced the stage, winning second place and came at a critical time for the company. We just brought roots marketing opportunities for Social Butterfly’s clients. professionals, along with the scalable opportunities for SWFTCharge, an idea so progressive and so fitting in in our first batch of 50 units and they are all headed to With small companies as their clients, and small-time presented, but couldn’t see the long-term potential in its society today, that the judges could not stop singing praises schools, clinics, occupational therapists, and the govern- influencers, their service leads to big results while their current state. for it’s simplicity and necessity from pleasure, to safety, ment. Looking forward to the rest of 2018, we will be competition overlooks the power of the local economy. to peace of mind for parents keeping tabs on their kids. working on increasing our sales and growing out our team.” Electrifying the stage was Greg Fedele ’13, and Ben Finally, and without a doubt in many of the minds of those in From a business focused on influencers, to an actual Cana- Caranci ‘13, their team with SWFTCharge. Specifically attendance and the panel of judges, Conor Ross and Iris With the first-ever Archangel’s Den now closed for the dian celebrity, Nolan MacMillan ’08, Grey Cup winning targeting multi-day, rural music festivals, this start-up solves Technologies took the stage to accept the oversized cheque season, there’s no doubt budding entrepreneurs who walked CFL player, and his business partner, world-travelling Darcy low-battery anxiety for many millennials at events. Piloted in in the amount of $10,000 for his concussion recovery the halls of the yellow bricks will be working towards next Drury ’08 graced the stage with Sous Vide for the Super 2017, they launched at three events where small booths computer monitors. year’s challenge, ready to showcase the next best thing to a Performer. Their meal plan delivery service for were set up around the venue to swap out a charging dongle panel of Archangels. high-performing athletes cooks up sous vide style meals for the attendees’ mobile phones. The service, offered at while leveraging MacMillan’s professional network for $30 for the entire event with a $10 deposit, caught on like wildfire, landing them four different North American contracts with event hosting organizations. The judges were impressed all around with the business plan and their success in only one year.

Finishing off the day was unplug, by Brendan Hynes ’11 and his team, a smart plug that automates energy consump- tion of idle power in your home. With a prototype near completion, the team at unplug was confident that their device could conserve 23 percent of wasted electricity in one’s home. The system, which has one source plug and multiple complementary plugs, would collect user data to automate the energy intake to appliances and devices plugged into an unplug device. With the uncertainty of an unproven prototype, the judges pulled the plug on their support for the venture. Grey Cup-winning Ottawa Redblack Nolan MacMillan knows about healthy cooking.

22 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 23 THANK SECURING OUR FUTURE YOU, BY GIVING BACK: FRANK LEAVING A LEGACY Stephanie Nicholls Kimm Bailey

Frank often speaks of the calls he has received from alumni, It was December of 2013 when Damien ’98 and Sara looking for advice on courses to take while completing their Medina reached out to inquire about the possibility of post-secondary education or for someone to speak to about establishing a bursary at St. Michael’s College School. career interests. Frank truly believes that, by opening their After much conversation, the Medinas decided to establish networks, our alumni have time to provide guidance and the 'Medina Family Bursary' through a legacy gift. assistance to help the younger alumni succeed.

Under Di Nino’s leadership, a committee was formed to The bursary was created specifically to assist a focus specifically on mentoring. Over the last three years, Caribbean-Canadian student who is unable to afford the the Association helped connect recent alumni with tuition cost of a St. Michael’s education. As the bursary professional alumni in the military, financial, and medical was set up with a bequest, it will not be awarded until the In 2015, on the heels of chairing the Order of St. Michael fields - to name but a few industries - with the sole purpose bequest has been realized. Damien graduated from the in 2003 committee, Frank Di Nino ’80 became the 28th President of providing answers to career specific questions. Several and is currently working as a critical care physician in the of the Alumni Association. This June will see his successful successful mentorship and networking events have been term end. We would like to take this opportunity to hosted and held at the school with the most recent being the When asked why they would consider leaving a legacy Hamilton, , and Niagara regions. thank Frank for his continued dedication to and passion for very successful Archangel’s Den. This event brought young gift, Sara responded “My husband and I decided to St. Michael’s and the Alumni Association as demonstrated alumni together with alumni mentors to bring a business include St. Michael’s in our will as my husband attended For more information on how a legacy gift can benefit over the last three years. plan to life and present it before a panel of judges. St. Michael’s and this was instrumental in helping with his both yourself and St. Michael’s College School, please career and personal life. We wanted to contribute to the contact Kimberley Bailey, Director of Advancement, Frank entered this position with a plan, which was outlined Frank’s enthusiasm for helping alumni with their career paths school in the form of a bursary to hopefully allow another at 416-653-4483, 1-877-240-0089, in his first letter as Alumni President in the Blue Banner. can be seen through his attendance at every mentoring Frank’s three priorities were to engage the alumni within the event, being a judge on the Archangel’s Den panel, and individual to receive their education from St. Michael’s.” or [email protected]. association, to create a more active mentoring alumni being the first to volunteer to speak to a potential mentee, or programme, and to establish a partnership between the offering to connect the mentee with a colleague or friend if SMCS Parents’ and Alumni Associations. As Frank moved he does not have the personal resources to help. further into his term those priorities gathered speed and became the focus of the Association. Frank has been a familiar friendly face at many events hosted Online donations at smcsgive.com by the SMCS Parents’ Association (SMCSPA). Frank has even Under Frank’s leadership, alumni meetings have featured an modeled at their annual Gift of Glamour Fashion Show, and increased number of younger alumni attending and, even has encouraged other alumni to get involved [including his One-Time Gift Monthly Giving Canada Helps HigherEdPoints Every dollar makes Pledge your support To receive an Donate your better, getting involved. Frank has been very welcoming of father, Con Di Nino OSM ’13 in 2017]. Frank is a proud a difference. on a monthly basis. immediate tax receipt. Aeroplan® Miles everyone who attends and continues to encourage them to supporter of the Parents’ Association, and encourages all become more involved within the St. Michael’s community. alumni to attend events supporting the SMCSPA.

UK Residents Matching Gifts Stock U.S. Residents During the last three years, Frank has welcomed the most Frank has been actively involved in the Alumni Association Gifts from the Check to see if your company Gifts from the does matching gifts at Donations United Kingdom United States recent graduating classes into the Alumni Association at the since the early 1990s. He has volunteered for many smcsgive.com Double the donation. Spring Reunion & BBQ. He can often be heard telling the committees and events - his favourite volunteer duty is serving graduates that it is okay to spread their wings away from the porchetta at Turkey Roll and Homecoming. He will now serve yellow bricks, but to always come home and attend any or as past president for the 2018-21 Alumni Association term. Donation Form Gift in Honour In Memoriam Gift To update your personal all of the various events that are geared towards keeping the Download a pdf to donate Honour a Basilian Priest SMCS will notify the family and business information, by mail, fax or email. or someone special. of your thoughtful donation. alumni community strong. Frank also encouraged alumni to Thank you, Frank, for your sharing your time, knowledge, please visit mysmcs.com stay in touch with the school and the Association; he always and passion with the Alumni Association and St. Michael’s welcomed feedback and ideas from the alumni community. College School. Thank you for making a difference.

24 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 25 WHERE WHERE ARE THEY NOW: ARE THEY BUZZERS EDITION NOW Peter Fillman

JAKE EVANS ’14, captain of the ’85, the General Manger, Miller Canfield Names New Resident Director for University of Notre Dame hockey team, was joined by fellow former Buzzer Detroit Office played for the Canadian team that won ’04, as well as former Brian Cox the on December 31, Major’s player Justin Peters ’04, and Legal News – (excerpt) 2017, in Davos, Switzerland. Evans SMCS graduate Christian Thomas ’10, also helped Notre Dame to the on the Bronze Medal Canadian Men’s JOE VERNON ’98 admits it sounds corny, but when, as highest-ranking in the NCAAA Men’s Hockey team in the 2018 Winter a recent law grad, he first met attorneys from Miller Frozen Four. Olympics in PyongChang. Burke, who Canfield he immediately felt the firm’s sense of itself as a played for the Buzzers in the 1983-84 family. He describes the feeling as an “unusually collegial season, played 18 seasons in the NHL. He also played in vibe.” ever considered law. He hadn’t, really. Outside of ‘Law ANDREW COGLIANO ’05 has seen two Olympics, winning a Silver Medal in 1992. He is and Order’ and ‘A Few Good Men’, he didn’t know much his Iron Man record finally come to an currently a professional scout with the Montreal . “I believed them when they told me it was a place of end, after becoming only the fourth Wojtek Wolski, who played for the Buzzers in the 2001-02 about lawyers. The idea of becoming a lawyer held some mentorship,” he says. player in NHL history to play 800 season, played 451 games in the NHL. He has played the intrigue for him, but the real hook turned out to be football. consecutive games. It all started in last six years in Russia. Justin Peters, who played for the A Toronto native who hadn’t known a soul in Detroit September 2007 with the Edmonton Majors from 2003-06, is currently playing in Germany after Vernon was a wide receiver for the Laurier Golden Hawks a short NHL career. Christian Thomas, son of former NHL before law school, Vernon decided to take a leap of faith Oilers and ended on January 13, 2018 and attending law school at Windsor University would player Steve Thomas, played high school hockey at SMCS and accept an offer from the firm. It’s a decision he has while playing for the . afford him the opportunity to extend his football career. He Andrew ranks fourth all-time in the and is currently playing in the . never regretted. enrolled in the dual Juris Doctor program at Windsor league for consecutive games played, with 830, holding University and Detroit Mercy and played for the Windsor the record for active players. DAVE GARDNER ’71 has been inducted “I learned quickly that the lawyers here are committed to into the Leaside Sports’ Hall of Fame. Lancers, helping lead the team to its first playoff victory in the development of young attorneys,” he says, “and not Gardner played for the St. Michael’s 28 years and being named captain during his final year. ERIC LINDROS (1988-89), a just from a technical skills standpoint, but also from a Buzzers, and was St. Michael’s Athlete of member of the , civility and practice management standpoint.” the Year, in 1969-70. In 1971-72 he went had his number, 88, retired by the Football, says Vernon, taught him about time management on to play for the . Philadelphia Flyers at a game between and the importance of “meticulous preparation,” lessons Now, more than 12 years later, Vernon, 38, is a senior During his hockey career, he played with the Flyers and the Toronto Maple Leafs he has carried over into his legal career. Montreal, St. Louis, California, Cleveland, principal in the litigation practice group and, earlier this on January 18, 2018. and Philadelphia. In 1982, he took his month, was named the new resident director of Miller “It also taught me about the amazing things that can family to Switzerland and played in the Swiss League for Canfield’s headquarters in downtown Detroit, succeeding seven years. He retired in 1986 and is now owner of Tom Irene Bruce Hathaway, who served in the post since happen when a group of people share a common and Jerry’s in Aurora. His brother Paul ’76 and father Cal 2011. He will manage the office’s overall operations. and are committed to the same core principles,” he says, also played in the NHL. The Gardner family were long time drawing a similarity to how he sees his new role as residents of Leaside. Dave joins Jack ’54 and Terry As a teenager at St. Michael’s College School in Toronto, resident director. “As an office, we want to provide great Caffery ’66 as recipient inductees. The ceremony took Vernon thought he would pursue a career in accounting or service to our clients and make significant contributions to place at the Leaside Arena on November 17, 2017. finance. It wasn’t until his senior year in college at Wilfrid our community. We’re at our best when we work together Laurier University that a professor asked him if he had as a team.”

26 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 27 · Con di nino piece needs to go after Grant ‘14

· Lou Odette needs to come last

· Need grad year for Wes Mccauley and he needs to be moved to proper place

DANILO DJURICIC ’17 was a KAION JULIAN GRANT KEVIN SHAUGHNESSY ’00 and SHAWN O‘SULLIVAN critical contributor for Harvard in their ’14 was named U Sports wife, Kate welcomed Braden Thomas ’81 was inducted into recent basketball overtime win over Football 1st Team Bryan Shaughnessy to their family on the Leaside Sports Hall of Princeton. The Brampton native totalled All-Canadian. February 4. Siblings Hannah and Fame. O‘Sullivan is a 12 points, four rebounds, and one Lochlan are excited for their new retired Canadian boxer block, while adding strong interior brother! who won gold at the World defense throughout. Amateur Championships in 1981 and the Light Middleweight Silver Medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics. O'Sullivan began his KEON EDWARDS ’18 and THE HONOURABLE CONSIGLIO DI NINO ’13, FRANK DI NINO ’80 and other professional career that same year, winning his first 11 bouts WILL HUNTER ’18 have Frank Di Nino ’80, members of the class of 1980 gathered in the Welterweight division. He lost in his 12th fight, to committed to attend Western Romeo Milano ’80, to hold the second annual bocce Simon Brown by TKO in the 3rd round, in 1986 at Toronto's University, where they will play and master of ceremonies tournament at Mark Ferraro ’80’s Exhibition Place. O'Sullivan injured his right hand in the first football for the Mustangs. Giancarlo Morrone ’85 family farm. The competition was round of that fight, and later underwent surgery to repair torn graced the runway at the surpassed only by the amount of food knuckle joints. He retired in 1997 with a record of 23-5-0, recent SMCSPA Fashion on hand. A great time was had by all. with 16 knockouts. Show, held November 16, Left to right: Frank Di Nino, Danny 2017. Sanelli ’80, Dom Garisto ‘80, DAVE TRAFFORD ’79 Rudy Marrone ’80, Tony Cammareri ’80, Romeo led the annual GORDON WHYTE ’15 was named Milano ’80, John Santos ’80, John Savaglio ’80, celebration of The Special Teams Player of the Year for DANTE DI IULIO ’05, Denis Gubert ’80, and Mark Ferraro, lying down. Promise on December the St. Francis Xavier X-Men. after completing his MBA 9, 2017 at Spring in Italy, is now working for WES MCCAULEY ’89 has become Garden Church in a media communications must watch television as a result of his North York. company, writing country enthusiastic on ice calls as an NHL reports in tandem with an official. Ever since last season's epic international publication in ‘no goal’ call, McCauley has delivered Nigeria. a series of entertaining decisions that TED SCHMIDT ’57 reports that the class of 1957 held a have made the rounds on the internet. sixty year reunion on September 23, 2017. After JUSTYN KNIGHT ’14, already the wandering in piecemeal to find their meeting place, near 2017 NCAA Division I cross-country ANDREW GIDARO ’02, the old cafeteria, adjacent to the chapel, a fantastic time champion – the first individual in wife Iris, and children was had by all. Syracuse history to win the title - was Alexander and Mia named male athlete of the year by the welcomed Michael to the LOU ODETTE ‘69, U.S. Track & Field and Cross-Country Gidaro family. of the P&L Odette Coaches Association. In February, Foundation, joined the Knight won his fourteenth ACC Global Radio (AM Championship - nine individual, five 640) Morning Show team - in the men’s 5000 meters. to discuss how we should be approaching the issue of homelessness in the City of Toronto.

28 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 29 WILLIAM MORGAN O’BRIEN ’39 passed away 1949. Married to Brenda in 1952, ALBERT JOSEPH LONGO ’45 beloved husband, father, comfortably, holding the hand of IN they shared a cherished love for grandfather, and great-grandfather, his daughter, Trish, at St. Joseph’s each other from their early and a lifelong entrepreneur, passed Health Centre, on September 2, MEMORIAM courtship to holding hands at away November 2, 2017, in 2017. Bill was a Royal Air Force Peter's passing. Peter travelled Toronto. He was 91. Born and Advanced Flight Instructor in extensively, lecturing in Canada, raised in Toronto, Al graduated Stratford on Avon, England during the U.S., Japan, and Australia. He from St. Clair Catholic Elementary World War II. He was born also travelled with the Toronto School and attended both De La September 14, 1921, the first son Board of Trade to Europe and Salle and St. Michael's colleges. A of Margaret Shevlin and William in front of 10,000 attendees). Their personal letters to each South America, and with Brenda patient, caring man with an easy O’Brien. Bill is survived by his other have been preserved in the National Museum of and the family to China and smile and engaging manner, he daughter, Trish, with whom he American History Archives in Washington, D.C. Europe, along with winters in the Caribbean and Florida. was adored and admired by his shared a special closeness. Trish was the apple of his eye. Nevertheless, no matter who you were, or where you came Peter loved to fly and enjoyed his twin engine Beachcraft. family and friends. Faithful, hard working, and generous of Bill also had a loving relationship with his son-in-law, Bob from, Gerry was always eager to talk, to share a meal or a Peter had a very successful dental practice at the corner of his time and resources, he had incredible tenacity and Harris. They shared many enjoyable trips to the cottage story, and tell you about his experiences and travels. Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto. He was a patent-holding strength of spirit. He kept a constant watch over his loved and Western Canada. His greatest joy and pride, however, pioneer in implant dentistry and electro-surgery, a founding ones, guarding them with a careful eye. He taught his came much later in life with the gifts of his three delightful BERNARD JOSEPH ROACH ’42 died on October 15, member of the American Academy of Electro-surgery and children through example the values of hard work, humility, grandchildren, Emma, Patrick, and Meaghan. Grandpa 2017 in Oakville. Born October a long-time member of the American Academy of Implant and integrity. He approached every challenge with an Bill, as he was affectionately called by many, was a 28, 1924 in Windsor, Bernard was Dentistry. He also served for 30 years on the editorial open heart and mind, and unlimited optimism. He was a devoted and loving grandparent, rarely missing a hockey the son of Gertrude Roach and the board of Oral Health Magazine and served on the staff of loving husband and father who treasured his family and to game, a dance recital, or a horseback riding competition. late Honourable Justice Wilfrid the University of Toronto's Faculty of Dentistry. which he was an inspiration. He will be dearly missed. He Bill was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Moran, and Roach of the Ontario Court of attributed his success in life to his faith in God and family. brother, Gordon O’Brien. Appeal. He died peacefully in ARTHUR EDWARD BORRON ’45, dearly loved A natural-born entrepreneur, he started his first business hospital, two weeks short of his husband of Brenda, passed away with the help of his father Emilio when he was just 20 years REVEREND GERALD POCOCK ’42 died on September 93rd birthday. He was at Saanich Peninsula Hospital on old. From there, he went on to build apartments, homes, 4, 2017, peacefully, at The Perley predeceased by his beloved wife, August 30, 2017, after a long offices, schools, libraries, churches, factories, and nursing and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre, June, in 2016. He was also struggle with congestive heart facilities in Canada and the United States. Al was the Ottawa. Born October 28, 1924 in predeceased by his sisters, Colleen failure. Born November 21, 1926, author of Living With Dignity: A Memoir. Toronto, after graduating from high Malloy and Margaret George. He is survived by sisters he will be missed by all who knew school, Gerry joined the Royal Julianne Lyons and Marie Therese, brother Wilfrid ‘Bill’ him for his kindness and his FRANK JOSEPH SKAIN ’48 died peacefully at his Canadian Navy (1943-45), helping Roach, and numerous nieces and nephews. After attending clearheaded and non-judgemental home on March 18, 2018. Born in with anti-submarine convoys in the St. Michael’s College School in Toronto, Bernard joined the approach to life. Art's main Toronto on February 22, 1929, North Atlantic. Upon his return to Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve (RCNVR) in 1943 passions were outdoor pursuits - Frank was raised in North Toronto, Canada, Gerry studied for his BA - serving on active duty in the North Atlantic until war’s climbing, backpacking, and attending St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto. Taking end. He earned his BA at the University of Toronto, a cross-country skiing in the Rockies. After retirement he and School and the University of religious vows in 1950, Gerry Teacher’s Diploma from the Ontario Teachers College, and Brenda moved to Victoria and began bicycle touring. They Toronto. He graduated from the U became a Montfort Father in the Company of Mary taught for a number of years, after which he was employed toured extensively in Canada and the U.S. with the Cross of T's Faculty of Medicine in 1954. (S.M.M.). Upon being ordained to the priesthood in by Chrysler Corporation until his retirement. Canada Cycle Tour Society, as well as enjoying local rides Frank then trained at St. Michael's Ottawa on February 3, 1957, he studied Canon Law at with the Over the Hill Cyclists. Indoors, Art loved Hospital and received his specialist Saint Paul University, Ottawa. He then ministered as DR. PETER BECK DDS ’43 passed away peacefully on mathematics, computers, and philosophy. A native of certificate in Obstetrics and Chaplain at St. Mary's Hospital, Montreal. In 1987, he March 12, 2018 at Greenview Lodge in Don Mills, Toronto, Art’s blissful West Coast retirement with Brenda Gynaecology in 1960. Frank was a began his pastoral work in the Ottawa area, becoming Ontario, comforted by his family. He had a full, happy life followed a career in Toronto, , and Calgary in well-respected Obstetrician/Gynaecologist in Toronto. He known for his meaningful sermons. In addition to his of family, friends, and a forty-year career in dentistry. insurance and then the oil industry. He is survived by began his medical career at Northwestern General spiritual vocation, he had a great passion for music, Loving husband of 65 years to Brenda, devoted father to Brenda, his brother, Ed, sister-in-law, Dorothy Borron, and Hospital in 1961, also practicing at Branson Hospital and particularly jazz. His record collection was legendary. Randy, Ron, and Graham, and wonderful grandfather to cousins Bill Borron, Dianne Young, Eileen Rice, MaryLou later at Humber River Regional Hospital. Throughout his A friend and admirer of many musicians, including Dizzy Jennifer, Alison, Claire, and Caroline, Peter was the Montanera, and Monika Ladouceur. Art was predeceased long career he worked passionately to ensure the healthy Gillespie and Duke Ellington, Fr. Gerry was an officiant great-grandfather of Cameron, James, Liam, and Megan. by sister Joan Gendron, brother Gordon Borron ’44, birth of many of Toronto's children. Whether skiing at and speaker at the Duke's funeral (where Ella Fitzgerald Born in Winnipeg, , Peter attended the University and cousin Pat Stockdale. Devil's Glen Country Club, travelling to ski resorts around sang and Count Basie wept unashamedly in the front row of Toronto, graduating from the Faculty of Dentistry in the world or playing tennis and golf at Muskoka Lakes Golf

30 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 31 and Country Club, he took great pride in exposing his his family, where he proceeded to complete his education, PAUL VINCENT MCDONELL ’59 died peacefully on and fellow practitioners. Lorenzo immigrated to Canada children to sport. Frank was a student of history and loved becoming a teacher and musician. Over the last 55 years, June 8, 2016, at the Chatham-Kent from Italy at the age of 17, quickly learned to excel through to travel. In his later years, he and Marilyn travelled the Livio has impacted thousands of students as a teacher and has Health Alliance, surrounded by his university and law school, practised law for several years, globe experiencing the cultures, scenery, and beauty of brought joy to many more through his music. He will be missed family. Beloved husband of 50 was appointed a Criminal Court Justice of the Ontario countries around the world. He loved to hear about the by all who had the pleasure of meeting this incredible man. As years to Margo McDonell, Paul was Court of Justice, and later served clients as a criminal travels of his children and would give advice on where to we mourn his death and celebrate his life it is appropriate to much cherished by sons Christopher defense lawyer. He was deeply principled, and always go and what to see. Frank was a faithful member of the quote a song he has sung many times in the voice of Louis and Scott and greatly admired by sought to advance the fundamental ideals of the Catholic community in Toronto and Muskoka. He was a Armstrong, "And I think to myself, what a wonderful world". daughters-in-law Barb Boland and administration of justice. Lorenzo was a voracious reader parishioner of Holy Rosary Church, Our Lady of the Diane Yano. Loving grandfather and and avid student, continuing his legal education by Assumption, and St. John the Baptist in Muskoka. NORBERT MAGNUS RICH ’55 died on April 16, 2017. master craftsman to Ian and Kara obtaining a Masters of Law Degree in his retirement. A husband, father, and grandfather, McDonell. Paul was a special Lorenzo was honoured to be a Knight Commander Grand GERARD BASIL BURNS ’49, known as Gerry to most, Norbert was born August 25, brother to sisters Jane, Anne Marie, Cross of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre. was born January 9, 1932 in 1936. He is survived by wife Jackie, Patricia, and Michele, and brother-in-law to Suzanne Brown Toronto, the youngest of eight sons, Jordan and Gregor, and and Francine Kozlowski. Paul will be missed by nieces and children born to Margaret and grandchildren, Jordan-Anne, Sierra, nephews Kelly Monson, Keri and Sean Brown, Todd James Burns. It was at St. Michael's Alexa, and Lucas. Norbert was a Kozlowski, Patricia Nixon, and Robert and Naomi Little. He PLEASE ALSO REMEMBER FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF where he found his first love – Geography and Special Education found much joy as great uncle to Emma, Sarah, Megan, THE ST. MICHAEL’S COMMUNITY hockey. He met his wife, Joan, at a teacher with the Ottawa Board of and Charlie. Predeceased by his parents Frank and school dance at Bowmore Road Education from 1971-95. He was Patricia, Paul was born in Toronto and graduated from the Fr. Zinger, CSB, OSM; Ed Santi, OSM, father of Paul Junior and Senior Public School and also an ESL teacher in Korea from University of Toronto in 1962. He began his teaching ’99, Marc ’01†, and David ’03; Michele Cerase, father the two were married on July 18, 2001-02. Norbert, a sports career at Collegiate, before moving to Chatham of Silvio ’99; Salvatore Miranda, grandfather of Brando 1953. Throughout most of their enthusiast, travelled every continent and ocean while in 1968. He was a passionate teacher of English at Santini ’13; Mairjorie Kay, mother-in-law of Elizabeth 65-year marriage, they lived in mastering stained glass, woodworking, and gardening. Chatham Kent, John McGregor, Blenheim, and Chatham McDougall, and David ’03; Benjamin Clemente Agustin, Toronto and Scarborough, before moving to Oshawa in Collegiate, retiring in 1996. Paul pursued many interests godfather of SMCS teacher Calvin Cahatol; Robert Vokes, 2000 to enjoy their retirement. When Gerry wasn't MICHAEL ‘TERRY’ MAHONEY ’56 died peacefully on with great enthusiasm into retirement as a builder of model grandfather of Nathaniel ’22; James Watson, following the Toronto Maple Leafs, you could find him October 3, 2017, at Sunnybrook airplanes, a stamp collector, wood worker, gardener, grandfather of Jack ’18; Steve Shust, father of SMCS coaching and cheering for his children, grandchildren, and Health Sciences Centre, in his 81st curler, and golfer. He was a Rotary Club of Chatham teachers George Shust and Irene Dankowycz; Agata great-grandchildren in various sporting activities, year. Predeceased by his father member and Paul Harris Fellow, as well as President of Alberelli, grandmother of Alexander ’12, Nicholas volunteering in his community with the Knights of Columbus Frank, his mother Marie, and his Kent County Stamp Club and a member of the Chatham ’14, and Christian ’16; Nicodemus ‘Nick’ Robusto or Meals on Wheels, golfing at the Annandale and Oshawa older brother Peter ’51, Michael is Aeronauts. Herminio Fernandes, father-in-law to SMCS Guidance Airport golf courses, or spending time with his beloved survived by his brother James ’53, Assistant, Lynette Fernandes; Joanna Grossi, mother of Dan family and many friends. He is survived by his loving wife his wife Irene, and many nieces and LORENZO E. DI CECCO ’64 died on October 11, ’01 and Andrew ’04; Ronald Mason, grandfather of Joan, dear sister Denise, beloved children John, Stephen, nephews. He was a long-time 2017, following a lengthy and Darcy Blaik ’23 and father-in-law of SMCS teacher Dan Richard, and Margaret, cherished grandchildren Victoria, member of the Knights of Columbus courageous battle with cancer. Blaik; Pietro Del Giudice, grandfather of Christian John David, Kaleigh, Stephanie, and Jennifer, and treasured Council 1388, Toronto. Lorenzo will be lovingly missed and Lombardi Del Giudice ’19; Maddalena Ricci, great-grandchildren, James and Emma. fondly remembered by his adoring grandmother of Silvio Cerase ’99; Anna Maria Corradi, mother of Domenico ’79, Walter ’82, Maurizio ’86, TERRY ‘GUNNER’ ‘TQ’ QUEALEY ’58 died peacefully wife of 48 years, Raffaella, and his and Filippo ’87, and grandmother of David ’14; Luigi LIVIO LEONARDELLI ’56 died on March 3, 2018, after a in Midland, on June 8, 2017, at the daughter, Alessia. Lorenzo will also Del Brocco, father of David ’80, and Louis Junior ’84, very short illness. Livio was husband age of 78. Beloved husband of the be deeply missed by his two grandfather of Blake ’14; Silvestro Palumbo, father-in-law to Lori, father to Sandra and late Michelle and cherished father of grandchildren, Dante and Allegra, of Terry Sheridan ’89; Ayub Tahir, grandfather of Ali Michael, father-in-law to Anthony and Tara Murdock, Gunner was the by his mother Mirca Di Cecco, his Khan ’23; Charlie Milton, grandfather of Benjamin Sandra, grandfather to Kristen, loving granddad of Quinn and sister, Anna Maria Braithwaite, and Kurrek ’19; Isadore Jannetta, grandfather of Oliver Lauren, Stephanie, and Alessia, Declan. Dear brother of the late his brother, Alessandro Di Cecco. Lorenzo will be sadly missed by his sisters-in-law and ’18; Dr. Jerry Zownir, father of Mark ’86, Jeff ’88, and brother to Paolo, Mary, and Rita, Michael ’51 and the late Brian brothers-in-law, Maria Rosaria De Pasquale, John De Chris ’92; Norris Zucchet, father of Nolan ’03; brother-in-law to Gina, Frank, Jerry, ’54, TQ was predeceased by his Pasquale ’69, Enrico De Pasquale ’79, and Dr. Joan Peter, Tony, and Elaine. Livio was parents Frank and Lillian Quealey. Murphy. His absence will be deeply felt by his nephews, born on May 2, 1938 in He will be sadly missed by his family Paul, Giampiero ’08, Gianrico, Roberto, Marco, Conor, Spormaggiore, Italy. At the age of and many friends. Terry will be and his niece, Mary Kathleen, many friends, former clients, 16, he immigrated to Canada with fondly remembered for his avid love of sports, enthusiasm for music, and passion for history. 32 GOOD-NIGHT, SWEET PRINCE; AND FLIGHTS OF ANGELS SING THEE TO THY REST 33 THE WAY WE WERE: ST. 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on within you,” Di Zio says. “We were set up on a path for success and self-discovery. Everyone who arrived there felt a sense of responsibility to do their very best,” adds Frascà. “A mission was instilled in us, and we knew we had to accomplish something. Once you went there, you belonged to history.” While trying to fit into the Canadian milieu, both Frascà and ummer Di Zio were determined to preserve their Italian identity. ummer They participated in the school’s Italian Club, where they SS organized a tarantella show and staged theatrical EXPERIENCE St. Michael’s College School is a storied institution productions like I Rusteghi and Il Ventaglio. “I still have the recognized for its graduating students who become leaders framed posters for [both shows],” Di Zio says with a chuckle. in their chosen professions, and it holds a special place in the hearts and minds of its Italian-Canadian alumni. Both men also look back with pride for having started the JULY & AUGUST 2018 school’s soccer team, the St. Michael’s Azzurri, which “As a new generation who came from working-class continues to play today. “I still have my windbreaker from immigrant families, we had nothing to base our expectations our team’s win in the 1967 championship,” Frascà says. on, so we embarked on initiatives that were uniquely our own,” says Domenico Frascà ’69, who emigrated at the In addition to being part of the Italian Club and soccer age of 13 from Sant’Onofrio, Vibo Valentia, Calabria in team, Di Zio was adamant about maintaining his mother 1962. The retired educator and principal owner of Calabria tongue. He took Italian-language classes at the school, THEATRE • ART • MUSIC • DRUMLINE International Tours looks back fondly at his years at SMCS. which began an hour before regular classes. “Language “Our experiences were memorable and they shaped us into opens up the soul,” he explains. “It gives you insight into who we are today,” he says. culture and helps you retain it.”

It’s a sentiment echoed by fellow alumnus Justice Antonio But perhaps the greatest legacy of the graduating class of Di Zio ’69 of the Ontario Court of Justice. Di Zio was nine 1969 is that it forged friendships that have withstood the test years old when he emigrated from Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo, of time. Frascà and Di Zio say they continue to keep in touch in 1959. “Many of us were newly arrived immigrants, so we with one another as well as with other alumni. “The were embarking on all these new experiences together,” he friendships are lifelong and sincere,” Frascà explains. “Even if recalls. “It was a wonderful time in our lives.” we don’t see each other for months or even a few years, once we do get together it’s as though no time has passed at all.” Both men attended the school at a time when Canada was on the world stage thanks to Trudeaumania and Expo The friendships also cross generational lines. Hugh McDougall, 1967. “I remember my English teacher, Mr. Younder ’56, who was an educator at the school for 26 years, has kept in encouraging me to enter a writing contest entitled ‘Why do I touch with his former students. Indeed, cohesion and unity are want to visit Expo ’67?’ recalls Frascà. “I was reluctant to indicative of the school’s spirit, according to McDougall, whose do so since I was still developing my writing skills, but he family has a long history at SMCS. His father attended, as did smcscamps.com encouraged me and I ended up placing in the top 10 his two sons; his daughter, Elizabeth McDougall, is currently across Canada. I won a trip to Montreal and it was the head of the French department. “We have a very active incredibly memorable.” and engaged alumni association,” he says, “and the events we hold serve to foster strong connections and a sense of unity. Founded in 1852 by the Basilian Fathers, the Toronto all-boys Such life experiences are shared and they endure.” Catholic school for grades seven to 12 is nestled on a sprawling campus near Bathurst Street and St. Clair Avenue Frascà wholeheartedly agrees: “Once you meet other West. “The Basilian order is a lifelong membership, so it lives alumni, you feel that bond. It’s like family; it’s forever.” ST. MICHAEL’S COLLEGE SCHOOL

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