bbllue banner HAEL’S COLLEGE SC ST. MIC HOOL Volume 16 ~ Spring/Summer 2014 10 Fr. ompson, C.S.B. ’79 Returns 17 Robert Deluce ’68 Expands 19 DiDonato ’76 Castles lettersbb tol theu editore banner HAEL’S COLLEGE S ST. MIC CHOOL The St. Michael’s College School alumni magazine, Blue Banner, is published two times per year. It reflects the history, accomplishments and stories of graduates and its purpose is to promote collegiality, respect and Christian values under the direction of the Basilian Fathers. PRESIDENT: Terence M. Sheridan ’89 CONTACT DIRECTORY EDITOR: Gavin Davidson ’93 St. Michael’s College School: www.stmichaelscollegeschool.com CO-EDITOR: Michael De Pellegrin ’94 Blue Banner Online: www.mybluebanner.com CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Basilian Fathers: www.basilian.org Kimberley Bailey, Michael Flood ’87, Jillian Kaster, Pat CISAA (Varsity Athletic Schedule): www.cisaa.ca Mancuso ’90, Harold Moffat ’52, Marc Montemurro ’93, Twitter: www.twitter.com/smcs1852 Joe Younder ’56, Stephanie Nicholls, Terence Sheridan Advancement Office: [email protected] ’89. Alumni Affairs: [email protected] TABLE OF CONTENTS Archives Office: [email protected] Blue Banner Feedback: [email protected] School Administration Message 4 Communications Office: [email protected] Alumni Association Message 5 Tel: 416-653-3180 ext. 292 Editor’s Letter 6 Fax: 416-653-8789 Letters to the Editor 7 E-mail: [email protected] Around St. Mike’s 8 • Admissions (ext. 195) Fr. Thompson, C.S.B. ’79 10 • Advancement (ext. 118) Returns Home as New President • Alumni Affairs (ext. 273) Securing Our Future by Giving Back: 12 Michael Flood ’87 • Archives (ext. 457) • Arena (ext. 422) The Men of St. Michael’s: 13 Antoine (Anthony) Pappalardo ’90 • Communications (ext. 292) Those ‘Golden’ Boys – The Dineen’s 15 • Finance (ext. 239) • Main Reception (ext. 0) Flying the Blue Banner: Porter Plans Expansion 17 • Mporium – school store (ext. 431) A Castle for an Alumni King: Nick Di Donato ’76 19 • Property Manager (ext. 129) Where Are They Now, Teacher Edition – 22 • President’s Office (ext. 174) Paul Dignan ’59 Where Are They Now 24 • Principal – Mr. Sheridan ’89 (ext. 139) • Vice Principal – Mr. John ’87 (ext. 156) In Memoriam 30 • Vice Principal – Mr. Lee ’94 (ext. 179) The Way We Were – The ‘52 Heavy Eights 34 Canada Publications Mail Agreement #40006997 Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2014 message from the president alumni association message The past two years of I am excited to continue here at St. Michael’s College Hopefully by the time - The Enzo Montemurro Touch Football being President of St. School as principal, working with the strong administrative you read this latest Classic & Alumni Lacrosse Game Michael’s College School team of which I am a part and for which I am very thankful. edition of the Blue has been a very reward- Over the next few months, Mr. Enzo Vitullo, Director of Banner, this winter of 2013 marked my graduating class’s 20th anniversary. ing and humbling experi- Athletics at St. Michael’s, will be retiring and I would like to the Polar Vortex has To celebrate this, a reunion was held in the Alumni ence. New relationships, acknowledge him for all of his efforts over the past couple (finally) passed and the Lounge. It was great to catch up with members of my exciting initiatives and of years. His focus on the student-athletes, and his organi- warm spring air has class, some of whom I had not seen since graduation. caring for the future of zational skills, which have helped to streamline our athlet- settled in. One unfortu- It was a fabulous night, with proceeds going towards SMCS have provided me ics programme. Moving forward, I am pleased to nate effect of this setting up the Class of 1993 Bursary Fund. I challenge with an energy that was announce that Mr. Chris DePiero ’87 has been selected as historic cold winter has the Class of 1994 to follow suit and organize their own most welcome. Within our next Director of Athletics. Chris’ commitment to the been some damage to reunion. Perhaps we can start a tradition of an annual Basilian-influenced St. Mike’s education, his understand- the school property, 20th anniversary celebration. The Alumni Association each of these areas of ing of sport and character development, and his ability to most notably extensive and Advancement Office would be glad to help set up focus it has also been affirmed for me that the fundamen- communicate, places us in good stead as we continue to water damage to the school chapel due to a frozen these reunions. tal pillar of our school is community. Having the opportu- grow our programmes and garner support from alumni. water pipe. The chapel will require quite a bit of resto- nity to interact with so many wonderful families and alumni Most importantly, the development of our young men from ration and unfortunately will be closed for some time. Last, but far from least, the advances made by the provides me with the ability to articulate who we are. The both a varsity and intramural level will benefit from Chris’ Alumni Association could not have been possible with- Basilian vision of a school that provides a Catholic liberal vision in the years to come. It has been a long, cold winter, but that has not out the incredible support of President Terence Sheri- arts education for young men, and co-curricular opportu- stopped the progress of the Alumni Association. dan ’89. I know I can speak on behalf of the entire nities to round out character, is alive and well at St. Mike’s. As another year draws to a conclusion, it is important to During the last meeting, it really dawned on me how Alumni Association and congratulate Terry on a spec- The importance of our whole school community coming thank everyone for their support of the College School over much progress the Association has made in terms of tacularly well done job! We are looking forward to together to renew SMCS cannot be glossed over. In this past year, especially the alumni. Your invaluable efforts reaching out to alumni with a wide variety of events fostering and continuing this great working relation- particular, the alumni of our school must play an important at many of our functions, role modeling at others, and and organizations. Everyone is aware of the two main ship with incoming president, and also fellow alumnus, role in this endeavor and will need to heed the call of financial assistance during our initiatives goes a long way events in the fall, Homecoming and Turkey Roll. How- Fr. Jeff Thompson, C.S.B. ’79. incoming president, Fr. Jefferson Thompson, C.S.B. ’79. towards enabling SMCS to be a leader in Catholic educa- ever, in reality, the spring appears to be growing as a tion. Much of the hard work, both internally and through busier time for the school and the Alumni Association. I would also like to send out a special welcome and As an alumnus and as an individual who has worked your efforts, provides another opportunity for approxi- I strongly encourage alumni to support these fantastic congratulations to the graduating class of 2014. Wel- closely with the Alumni Association over the past two mately 205 students to graduate and become the next spring events: come to the Alumni Association, boys! years, I firmly believe that our prayers, support, and group of alumni. I congratulate the Class of 2014 for their willingness to work on behalf of the school will serve efforts during their tenure at St. Michael’s College School. - Skate for Kids I hope you all enjoy this issue of the Blue Banner and I Fr. Thompson well. Having established himself here at I ask that we all keep them in our thoughts and prayers as - Spring BBQ for the past 10 graduating wish you a safe and healthy summer. St. Michael’s as an alumnus and faculty member (2001-04), they leave the yellow-bricked hallways and head out into classes and at our Basilian brother school, Catholic Central, in the ‘real world’. It is my belief that these young men will - MacKinnon’s Pub night – Dream Theatre Novi, Michigan (2005-14), Fr. Thompson is respected for carry forward the traditions of St. Michael’s and, above all Productions his faith, love of St. Michael’s and his interpersonal skills, else, will be men of faith and character. I also hope that - The Big M Lottery & Reception Marc Montemurro ’93 amongst other intangibles. It is my belief that Fr. Thomp- they, like all other alumni, are thankful for their St. Michael’s - The 40th Annual Golf Tournament President, SMCS Alumni Association son will be a strong addition to St. Michael’s College education and will remember the generations to come when they are asked for support. School. On behalf of the entire College School commu- PAST PRESIDENTS nity, I welcome him back and look forward to working Josh Colle ’92, Romeo Milano ’80, Peter Thurton ’81, Denis Caponi Jr. ’86, Rob Grossi ’72, Paul Grossi ’69, Daniel Brennan ’70, together during his tenure. John McCusker ’57, William Metzler ’65, John Bonvivere ’50 †, Michael Duffy ’65, Ross Robertson ’64, William Rosenitsch ’57, Paul Thomson ’65, John G. Walsh ’58 †, Frank Thickett ’57, W. Frank Morneau ’59, Frank Glionna ’53 †, George Cormack ’49, Terence M. Sheridan ’89 Richard Wakely ’64 †, Gordon Ashworth ’45 †, Peter D’Agostino ’42 †, G.J. McGoey ’58 †, Paul McNamara ’40 †, Joseph President & Principal Primeau ’28 †, Dick Foster ’30†. Embracing change in our Community Blue Banner | Spring/Summer 2014 editor’s letter letters to the editor Change is coming - not Further south down Bathurst Street, at the Billy Bishop Dear Editor, Dear Editor, only to St.