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Gary graduated from Woodroffe in June of 1966. He then successfully completed his first year at Carleton University and died as a result of a single car accident in May of 1967. Gary was bright, reserved, and had a dry sense of humour. He might have invented the pc ahead of Bill Gates. |
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Hassan Al Kazali- to -
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Hassan was a friend with a great and sweet personality. You will never be forgotten! I know that your up in heaven right now resting peacefully. But I must say that we miss you very much down here!! There has not been a day passing by, without us thinking and remembering of at least one sentence that put a smile on millions of people each day! REST IN PEACE |
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Janice Alward (Gustafson)August 14th, 1964 to August 25th, 2001
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To my dear life long friend..we met in grade one and walked to school everyday together from elementary school, junior high to our days at Woodroffe. |
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Tony Anderson (Kuntz)- to -
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Twelve years ago many of us lost an old friend, Ben and Jessica lost their mother, Lois and Carol Anne lost their sister. Those of us who knew Tony will remember her as a fun-loving girl who was the life of the party. She was a risk-taker who loved to live on the edge and have a great time. |
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Wade ArthurMarch 3rd, 1958 to August 21st, 1990
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Steven Baillie- to -
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While skiing in Jasper, only 23 years old. Known by many. I miss you my friend................. |
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Brenda Ball |
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Brenda passed away quite a while ago now of complications of diabetes. RIP Brenda. |
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Barry BellNovember 15th, 1959 to May 8th, 2007
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Rod BeveridgeOctober 18th, 1954 to July 27th, 1998
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A dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle and a wonderful friend. Lived life to the fullest. Passed away peacefully after water skiing with his family. I still remember inviting you over for drinks the night before it happened but you had plans to go to Joyce's, swim, and have drinks with your Mom instead. In retrospect I thank God you chose to be with her. |
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Wendy Booth (Cronk)February 22nd, 1947 to February 7th, 2009
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Wendy Booth (Cronk) is my beloved Sister. I am deeply honoured to be Wendy's brother. Wendy's passion for photography lives on in her photos, books & post cards at BoothPhotos.com & CanadianGreetingCards.ca Her impact on those around her shows through the following quote from Wendy's obituary Guest Book: The entire staff at Wallack’s would like to offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of this wonderful woman. |
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Warren BradburyOctober 17th, 1953 to February 3rd, 2006
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Forever missed. |
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Anne Bremner (Wentzell) (Bremner)1957 to 1990
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Dearest Anne, |
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Connie Bridges |
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Connie was popular and loved by all when she suddenly died riding her beloved horse. Her death was the first wake up call, early into my school life. Unfortunately, others followed, thankfully, not many. We remember you, and your wonderful parents Connie. |
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Billy CairnsApril 23rd, 1950 to April 7th, 1979
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Sadly Billy passed away in Edmonton, Alberta, April 7, 1979 at the young age of 29. He attended Woodroffe for a short period of time. |
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Connie Campbell |
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Connie was a good friend, of my good friend Connie Bridges. That both amazing girls are now gone is so sad. Love to you both xoxo |
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Rob CarrollNovember 21st, 1956 to June 18th, 2008
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Rob retired as a stockbroker on Friday the 13th 2008. Unfortunately he never got to enjoy his time off. He died within days of retirement. |
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Jim Cohen- to 1971
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Jim died in a car accident at the age of 21. Those of us of the class of '68 will always remember his cynical sense of humour and his friendship. I still think of him often. |
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Tom Comba- to -
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"TC" died much too young after a long battle with cancer. Our 'Fonz' was the leader of the pack in those remarkable 'Happy Days' of our youth. TC, our dear friend, held the best parties, as well as lead 'black-out' sessions - perhaps the first group psychology sessions of the 60s!, in his parents Rec Room, the infamous "Sin Bin". Best to let Tom, the poet, say it best. From his poem "Promises" |
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Bruce Currie |
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Bruce was not a close friend, but he shared a locker close by mine and some classes. He was handsome in a dashing, happy go lucky way. Always smiling, extremely kind, good natured, and caring. He had a sense of goodwill to all, even those not "part of the bigger group or the in crowd". I'm sure he left a footprint on many peoples hearts. He did with mine. |
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Bruce CurrieApril 30th, 1956 to January 11th, 1986
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Tragically, Bruce was killed as a result of a propane gas explosion while dining in the Villeneuve Castle restaurant in Picton, Ontario. All 15 other patrons survived including his longtime girlfriend Joanne Bones. He is buried in Capital Memorial Gardens in Ottawa South next to his Mother and Father as well as his Sister Dawn and Aunts Kaye and Ollie and his maternal grandparents. |
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Jim DaleMarch 1st, 1955 to October 20th, 1988
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Jim Graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree with first class honours at Carleton University and then went on to work for Systemhouse Ltd. |
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Gayle Darragh (MCCullough)May 7th, 1949 to April 17th, 2001
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Gayle's last year at Woodroffe was 1967.She passed away from cancer in 2001(age 51) |
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Richard Draper |
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We will always remember Richard for his sense of humour, amazing intellect and especially for being a great friend. Wherever you are Rich, you will never be forgotten!! |
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Louise Dron- to -
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John FogartyFebruary 23rd, 1953 to July 19th, 1973
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After we moved to Ottawa from New Brunswick, John attended Woodroffe for his Grade 13 during the 1970-71 year. Although, he was in his fifth year of Hodgkins Disease and was adjusting to the change in school systems, John did as he always did and thrived with academics, immersed himself into political interests and hoped his fellow classmates would see him for more than the gaunt 6'5 guy who walked amongst them. |
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Marilyn Fortington (White)November 26th, 1946 to October 16th, 1998
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David GoodallNovember 19th, 1946 to March 20th, 2010
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After graduation in 1965 David joined the Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) Canada and was posted to Cyprus as part of the UN Peace Keeping Force during his 3 years in the army. He moved west in the 1970s working in the mines in Northern Manitoba then with CN Railway and later for a security service in Winnipeg while periodically visiting family in Vancouver, Ottawa and London. |
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SCOTT GOODERHAM |
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SCOTT LEFT US TOO SOON |
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Peter Gray1954 to 1976
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Graduation...1973...Peter asked me to the "prom"...I flatlly refused,( not being the "prom" kinda gal)... without hesitation he asked "how about Monty Python at the NAC".... now that brought a smile to my face. |
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Dan (Bumper) GreenwoodOctober 10th, 1960 to December 12th, 2007
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Danny Danny Danny!!! |
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Larry Harghton |
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Class of '67, Returned to Woodroffe to finish his high school after a tour in the army, the PPCLI. Died shortly after his last exam (weeks not hours) in a motorcycle accident on the Queensway. A great guy! |
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Nada Healy (Krupilnicki)- to -
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Attended Woodroffe from 1960-1964. Nada lived in Toronto in the early seventies and worked for Global TV. She later became a costume designer for the movie industry in Toronto. |
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Wendy Horton- to 2008
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Class of 73. Died Suddenly in 2008 |
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Sara Hughes |
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Graduated in 1974. Died tragically while working as an artist during the filming in Gravenhurst, ON of the 1986 Fox Studio movie "The Boy in Blue". |
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Donna Hutt (Jones)December 25th, 1975 to December 6th, 2010
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Melodie Keats-MacDonald (Liot)March 18th, 1951 to July 1st, 2009
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Will always miss our close relationship as sisters & friends. I am so glad we took that walk through Woodroffe High School and shared our many memories of that time just a few years ago. I am taking your memory in my heart sis as I partake of all the good ole days in 2010 at the reunion. |
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Dennis Kelly- to 1987
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Remembering Dennis Kelly, who passed away too soon in '87. He offered friendship and acceptance to the new girl from Dartmouth, NS. |
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Mark Kelly1963 to 2002
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I wrote this poem for my friends Mark and Cathy: From day one It seemed a dream When you walked into my life I changed My heart was filled with happiness My thoughts were filled with you From day one I knew it was true That you would stay with me forever Somehow I knew That the passion we share together Will not fade with distance Or through time Because you're a part of me And I'm a part of you From day one I stood beside you As I will throughout my life To let the world know I hold your heart with love And you with love hold mine... |
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Wanda Kennedy (Pikor)- to -
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Class of 74. |
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Terry Leach |
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Terry moved to New Zealand after graduating from Carleton U and had a very interesting life as a geologist. |
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John Leonard- to -
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John was a great friend to many, and never ceased to put a smile on someones face. |
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James (Jimmy) LimebeerJune 10th, 1953 to 1984
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James (Jimmy) might be best known for his beautiful blue eyes, his deep dimples and deep voice, and for playing the French Horn in the Junior and Senior Bands. He went on to play in the military marching band. |
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Kathy Love (Keddy)1958 to -
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Kathy was my childhood friend, I had lost touch over the years, but I heard she passed away from a brain aneurysm early in life, she attended grade 9 to 12 at Woodroffe and was known and loved by many, she left behind 4 children and a husband, I have thought of Kathy often and wonder why life takes the good ones. Kathy had 2 sisters the younger one Heidi attended Woodroffe as well. NOTE: I am not sure of the deceased date. |
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Malcolm "Mac" MacArthurJune 21st, 1944 to April 22nd, 2009
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Ingrid MacRae (Aylwin)July 4th, 1945 to April 13th, 2009
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Ingrid left us very quickly with pancreatic cancer in April 2009.
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Robert 'Mak' MakohoniukMarch 31st, 1960 to August 4th, 1999
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Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone, |
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Jacob MalometNovember 30th, 1959 to April 10th, 1978
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Jacob, my "cool" brother was a popular student at Woodroffe highschool in the 70s. Despite a cancer diagnosis, he lived life to the fullest, balancing an active social life, playing trumpet in the band, and excelling at his schoolwork to graduate an Ontario Scholar and continue at Queens in Engineering. Jacob left us 18 forever frozen in time as a teenager ready to take on whatever life presented him. |
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Steve McClinton |
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We sure will miss you Steve as you lit up any room and were a blessing to so many. Thanks for all the good times and look forward to rejoicing with you in heaven as I know you are there. |
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Campbell MelvinNovember 12th, 1961 to June 13th, 2008
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It was with great shock and a deep sense of loss that we all learned of the death of our friend Campbell Melvin on June 13, 2008, while doing what he loved - playing soccer. There is a Facebook page for his friends to post pictures & memories of Campbell's life, and a place for hiw wife Mary Anne, and sons James, Graeme, Robert & Duncan to receive comfort. Please feel free to post pictures, share some memories or send your message of sympathy to Mary Anne and the family. |
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Arthur Merriam- to 2009
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Peace Love Dove |
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Barbara Miller (MIller)July 2nd, 1953 to December 22nd, 2008
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Barbara lived life to the fullest, travelling near and far, enjoying her many, many friends and enriching the lives of everyone she met. Barbara graduated from "Woody" in 1972 and pursued a carreer in nursing. For 35+ years she nursed in Nova Scotia - hospitals, nursing homes, VON home care, Public Health... Barbara was involved in her community and always offered help to any one, or any project. She was a blessing to many! Barbara succombed to pancreatic cancer just before Christmas in 2008, but she lives on in great memories. Greatly missed by sister Wendy. |
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John Moulton- to 1992
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At Woodroffe from 75-78, very active in Drama, died from AIDS. |
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Jim MurrayJune 3rd, 1953 to November 4th, 1993
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We lost Jim in 1993, a tragic drowning accident while on vacation in Mexico. |
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Geoff Norbury- to -
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David Norris-eyle |
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Bill Oikle- to 1994
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Died tragically as a result of an accident roughly 15 years ago on a Toronto highway. He left behind two young boys. |
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Catherine Osborne (Taylor)June 5th, 1952 to June 30th, 2009
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After a long courageous battle with cancer, Catherine Taylor Osborne passed away. She was a beautiful person,loving wife, best friend , Mother and Nana to her 4 grandchildren '.Kate' was taken much too soon. I have never known anyone as loved as Catherine was. Words cannot describe how she will be missed. |
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Brent Ostrom |
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From Wyvern 72-73 |
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Howard Polowin |
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A true friend who will always be remembered fondly. |
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Julia Poplove |
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I will always remember the great times we had together. Julia was not with us long but the memories live on. |
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Dwight Purdy |
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Class of 64 was enriched by your work ethic, loyalty and quiet friendship. |
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Kent Pushman1956 to 2008
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Nancy Ritt-Hoadley1963 to -
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Class of 1982 |
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Clark RothwellJune 26th, 1961 to December 1st, 1982
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Clark attended Woodroffe from Grade 11 to Grade 13. He graduated in 1979. Clark was a social guy with many good friends at school and at his cottage at Mississippi Lake. He loved his family, hanging with his friends, boating, snowmobiling, hunting and fishing, an outdoor guy for sure! |
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Bruce SmithFebruary 28th, 1953 to October 10th, 2008
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A Classmate of mine in 9J (1967) and a former neighbour , Bruce always had a way of livening up the classroom with his great sense of humour. |
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Maggie TenHolder- to 1996
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Maggie was a wonderful talented artist, beautiful person, always cheerful. She is missed very much by her family and friends. |
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Norm Thompson- to -
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Ann Thomson1958 to 1995
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Dear Ann, |
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Ian Thomson- to -
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How could I have forgotten Ian? It's less than a week before the Woody's 2010 Reunion, still he’s never lost in my memories and we weren't close friends, though our paths crossed until the end. After graduation from RMC in 1971, Ian was commissioned into the Navy and started his career in Communications and Media Relations. During Canada's Peace Keeping deployment to the Golan Heights' and other parts of the Middle East, he kept us all informed as spokesman for the UN Canadian's. Later we saw him in Bosnia. Ian retired from the Forces as a LCdr. to become Mgr., CN Public Affairs Ontario, where he again continued to help and provide assistance to people and communities. He made many friends wherever he went. Ian helped people, asking nothing in return! This was repeatedly noted by people from far reaching communities across Ontario, at his funeral. I've attended a lot of funerals; for young and old alike, but never have I witnessed such affection and kindness as I saw at Ian's Funeral. Ian married Laurie late in life, but he loved her dearly. They were Soul Mates! She cared for him to the end. Ian was a great guy, a quiet guy, an unassuming guy, but as in everything, such as a football, he was a guy we could always count on (you just didn't want to be on the opposing line.), all traits he exhibited throughout his life. TDV Ian |
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Susan Trott- to -
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Larry Wallace |
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Class of 1968 Larry passed away in late November, 2003 – far too young! He would have loved to be taking part in the reunion and being with his old friends, of which there are many. He embraced fully the spirit and friendship offered at Woodroffe; high school was one of his favourite life experiences. Throughout high school, university, and afterwards, Larry was a loyal friend, and he willingly offered help in many ways to many people. He inherited this trait from his parents and was encouraged by his sisters. The whole family was a treat to be near. Larry would even give you the shirt off his back, as he did when we were having pictures taken in grade 12. One of us did not have the “right” coloured shirt for the shot, so Larry took off his and lent to his hapless friend. It was a little tight for the bigger of the two, but it did look good. That picture has endearing meaning these days. It is sad not to have him here with us, but think of him and smile at your own memories of those wonderful Woody days. Pat Dowling |
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Jason Walsh1971 to 1981
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Lydia Wasylenko |
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Class of 1976 |
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Todd Wilson |
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My childhood best friend and next door neighbour. Passed away after a tragic accident out west in the early 80's. Still think of all the fun we had as kids, especially around the time of his birthday in December. |
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Edna WoodsJune 11th, 1916 to July 8th, 1993
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Edna worked as a secretary in the office for over 20 years. This was a great advantage to her son, David, because she frequently brought his lunch for him which he forgot when he went to early morning band practices. |
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Peter XhignesseMay 18th, 1955 to October 22nd, 1988
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Those of us that knew Peter, know how much he loved life, his family and friends. Blackcomb Mountains "Xhiggy's Meadow" is an appropriate memorial to Pete as anyone who has enjoyed a few turns there and knew him would attest to. I think of him often. |
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