| Last Name |
First Name |
Class Of |
Memories |
Image |
| Anderson |
Jackie |
1979 |
January
15 2000. She was well known and well liked –
an athlete cheerleader honour student attended WCI
from 1974 to 1979. -
LK |
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| Bambrick |
Lynn |
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Lynn Bambrick, daughter of Joan and John Bambrick, Mother to Matthew Jay Mulleray, Sister to Yvonne, Michael and Joseph, died at the age of 36 in Scarborough Ontario in 1989.
A very caring and sensitive soul. She was known for her beauty inside and out, a smile and laugh that was contagious.
Great group of friends: Brooke Richardson, Doug Hutchinson and of course her first husband Marty Mulleray.
She lived the majority of her adult years in Beautiful British Columbia. |
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| Black |
Brenda |
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| Bodegraven |
Andrew |
1982
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| Bowie |
Doug |
1985 |
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| Brandstetter |
Monica |
1978 |
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| Bridgebassie |
Rainier |
2001 |
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| Brown |
Duncan Brodie |
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Duncan
was the president of the SAC in the late 70s |
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| Brunton |
Steven |
1974 |
Steven Brunton - "Oscar" is missed by family and friends |
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| Bunting |
Mark |
1966 |
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| Burns |
Rob |
1984 |
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| Cain |
Phil |
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| Campbell |
Kevin |
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Maybe best remembered at Woburn for his fundraising attempts at a stationery bike riding World Record with best friend Steve Wilson that raised a lot of money and publicity for Woburn CI.
Passed away in January 2009 after a battle with cancer. Kevin owned a successful accounting practice in Durham Region and loved his home in the country north of Oshawa. He left behind two step daughters Tammy and Jennifer from his first marriage. Also his wife Barb from his second marriage |
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| Cartwright |
Bob |
1966 |
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| Caunce |
Lori |
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| Cochran |
Kerry |
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She
passed away October 14 1994. She left behind her
loving husband Rob Anderson and two beautiful children
Courtney and Jeffrey. She is sorely missed. - Karen
Montague (McPhail)
I sat beside Kerry for a few classes over the years and
I always remember her as one of the most outgoing attractive
and most of all kind-hearted people at Woburn. I was
truly sorry to hear (only a few years ago) of her tragic
passing which is a great loss to all who knew her.
I did have contact with her Mother (Beverly Jones) for
a couple of years but have since lost touch with her
and the clothing store at Yonge / Eglinton that was
run in her memory (Exemplar) appears to be closed now.
If anyone knows how to reach Ms. Jones (or Kerry's brother
Trevor) PLEASE e-mail me at holstead_young@sympatico.ca.
I need to speak (with either of them) on a specific
matter and would appreciate any assistance. Thank you
- Todd Young |
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| Cochrane |
David |
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The family is saddened to announce the passing of David
on December 5 2007 |
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| Coomerasamy |
Philip |
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| Cox |
Ted |
1973 |
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| Cranny |
Joe |
1982 |
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| Crilly |
Christine |
1993 |
Tribute |
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| Daly |
Bruce |
1974 |
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| DeLong |
Elizabeth |
1983 |
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| Dermott |
Floyd |
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| Devoy |
Wendy |
1984 |
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| Dubourdieu |
Colin |
1966 |
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| Elliott |
Colin |
1963-1966 |
Colin Elliott was a teachers favourite at Woburn CI.
He was involved in everything that he could. He enjoyed
playing football for the Wildcats. The best time of
his life was spent at Woburn. Colin continued on to
Laurentian in Sudbury were he graduated with a B.A.
He used his degree to get a job in Life Insurance
as many did in those days. Colin was suddenly taken
from us by a heart attack that he suffered during
a workout. Colin was a great guy a perfect son and
a fantastic big brother he is missed each and every
day.”
- Bruce
Elliott |
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| Fedy |
Stephen William |
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(Employee
of Tip Top Tailors for over 20 years.) Suddenly at
his residence on July 14th 2005 Stephen Fedy at
the age of 45. Loving son of Lloyd and Audrey Fedy.
Dear brother of Warren and his wife Maretta. Predeceased
by his sister Jane. Uncle to Ryan and Jason. Sadly
missed by many friends and co-workers. Memorial donations
to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly
appreciated.
"Steve
was our best man at our wedding and a wonderful friend
of John and Jodi Ramsden we have so many terrific
memories of Steve he was a real tedy bear and sure
liked to tease our boys with "see this finger
see this thumb see this fist you better run"
well all the kids would run away in fear that this
great big softy of a guy would get them. It was always
fun to watch and a great laugh.
We will miss steve dearly. ox |
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| Fedy |
Jane |
1982 |
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| Fleming |
Ian |
1989 |
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| Forde |
Wes |
1966 |
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| Gillies |
Gerry |
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| Gillis |
John |
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| Grant |
Bill |
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| Harshaw |
Peter |
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There
was a scholarship named in his honor |
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| Heal |
Paul |
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There
is an award named after them the "Paul Heal/Pat
McLaughlin-Heal Memorial Award" for athletics. |
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| Heighington |
Ryan |
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I am sad to let you all know that Ryan Heighington past away on a car accident Saturday (April 12 2008)
Update: Ryan's heart was donated to a child in Alberta. This child was on the highest priority list for a heart transplant.
as per Chris Heighington
This is the outcome Ryan would have want for his heart. What a lucky child to have an amaizing heart
An awesome friend who always made you laugh and you would always have fun with him or he would just show up anywhere without you expecting it. |
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| Humphreys |
Enid |
1978 |
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| Kaan |
Al |
1978 |
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| Kann |
Mark |
1978 |
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| Karas |
Brian |
1966 |
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| Kearns |
Glen |
1973 |
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| Keenan |
Elton |
1966 |
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| Kirk |
Chris |
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Chris
was taken away from us March 1 1992 at the young age
of 15. He was tragically hit by a car. 13 years have
passed and he still is and always will be in my thoughts.
He was survived by his parents and older brother Paul
who was also a student at Woburn. Chris was a great
athlete student son brother and friend. We all
love and miss you Chris. You will never be forgotten.
- A. |
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| Leavy |
Drew |
1986 |
We all have heroes in life, those who perform magnificent feats, those who challenge the worst and the roughest that life has to offer and those who smile in the face of adversity and, by doing so, allow the rest of us to smile as well. Drew Leavy was such a man and he died far, far too young.
Click Here For Photos From: Drewapalooza August 7 2011 |
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| Lees |
Debbie |
1980 |
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| Liersch |
Hardy |
1980 |
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| Lockhart |
Bruce |
1973 |
Bruce Lockhard was a very funny friendly guy who
was extremely full of life. During his short time
with us at Woburn he made many friends. His life was
cut short in a motorcycle accident on a beautiful
spring day. We were all just trying to fill in some
time during a teacher walk out and Bruce was passenger
on a motorcycle that did not make a turn. His funeral
was full to overflowing and our promise to remember
him continues to this day.”
Thanks
One
of the two Bruce’s |
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| Lukas |
Larry |
1966 |
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| May |
Troy |
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The
39-year-old was the president of the Oshawa Legion
Minor Baseball Association and also of the Eastern
Ontario Baseball Association. He was a former coach
of the Oshawa Junior Legionaires before starting up
the Oshawa Dodgers of the InterCounty Baseball League.
By day he managed Durham Sports Wholesale in Oshawa.
"He taught everybody to play the game hard keep
it as simple as possible and have fun with it. He
thought baseball should be just like life enjoy it." |
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| McCulla |
Jim |
1978 |
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| McIntyre |
Duane |
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The
creative writing award which is given out at commencement
is named after him. |
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| McLaughlin-Heal |
Pat |
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There
is an award named after them the "Paul Heal/Pat
McLaughlin-Heal Memorial Award" for athletics. |
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| McMenemy |
Dave |
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| Meraska |
Don |
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Don Passed
away May 9th 2006 |
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| Meyer |
Monica |
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| Mikarek |
Steve (Sasha) |
1982 |
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| Moore |
Rick |
1966 |
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| Moores |
Jamie |
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He
was born Dec 16/ 59 and was taken Sep 16/78 by a drunk
driver. RIP - L.M. |
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| Munroe |
Spencer |
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| Murphy |
Kim |
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| Murray |
Mark (Bugsy) |
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June
9 1961 To March 15 1997 .
Mark was known to most of his friends as Bugsy. Mark
succumbed to lung cancer in 1997. He is loved and
remembered by many friends and family. We honour him
each year with The Mark Murray Annual Golf Tournament.
We Miss You Bugsy!!!!! - Terry Penman |
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| Nasu |
Dave |
1980 |
Dave was injured in a pool accident passed away Sept
17/88 due to complications of his injuries.- L.M. |
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| O'Hara |
Mike |
1976 |
69-74
She was a great artist and had 2 large murals posted
on the cafe walls in the middle '70's. There were
pictures of the posters in one of the yearbooks. She
played "PowderPuff" football for the girl
Wildcats and was a member of the art club. |
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| Oke |
Janet |
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| Pankhurst |
Todd |
1983 |
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| Pappis |
George |
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| Perulli |
Mauro |
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I
met my future husband there while in grade 11 Mauro
Perulli. We went together for six years and after
his graduation from Ryerson as an Electronics Technologist
we were married in 1978. Mauro died of Hodgkin's Disease
in 1983. He had a very successful career in sales
for a prestigious electronics company and won several
awards for accomplishments. He was loved by friends
and co-workers and he will always be in my heart.
Cathie Carberry |
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| Phillipou |
Joanne |
1987 |
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| Poole |
Ian |
1982 |
Ian Poole was taken from us on the 16th of October 2006.
He is survived by his Wife and former Alumni Joy Steede son Calum and daughter Sarah his brothers all former alumni Rick Graham and David Nephew's Mitch and current WCI student Colin as well as his niece Brooke.
Ian was always a positive influence in all his contacts in life but life came back to challenge him in a way that no man can withstand. He fought many battles and won but he lost the war.
May God always smile on him and all of us left behind. |
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| Press |
Michelle |
1980 |
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| Reynolds |
Darren |
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| Robinson |
Shelley |
1982
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 Andrew
& Shelley in the 1981 production of "Wait Until
Dark" |
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| Rottmann |
Tim |
1971 |
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| Samson |
Harriet |
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| Schang |
Gordon |
1982 |
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| Schoebl |
Mark |
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May 16 1962 - March 5 2008. Mark will be sadly missed by his 2 children Luke & Sydney and all his family and friends. |
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| Simpson |
Mike |
1982 |
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| Swenor |
Lawrence |
1990 |
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| Taylor |
Joanne |
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She
was taken suddenly due to a tragic car accident in January
of 1990. RIP
L.M. |
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| Thornber |
Gail |
1977 |
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| Timbrell |
Bob |
1966 |
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| Tkalek |
Stan |
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| Turlapati |
Sanjay |
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Read
more.... |
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| Vance |
Ken |
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Yesterday
I lost a good friend. Ken raised at Brimorton and
Markham Rd had been a friend since Woburn. Ken was
always a fighter. He had Cystic Fibrosis and passed
away due to complications from it just before 5
yesterday. He had been in intensive care at St.
Mikes since the end of May. We had visited him last
month at his house in Scarborough. He had been ill
off and on for about 6 months with a severe chest
infection.
Ken has done many things in his life:
He survived with an illness that usually takes you
by the age of 21. He was in the Cdn Military (the
only person ever with cystic fibrosis to get in).
He was married to the former Kathy Broomhead (Woburn)
and had a beautiful daughter named Megan. He has
worked many years at City TV and been featured on
television as a spokesperson for cystic fibrosis.
Most importantly myself and many others could call
him a good friend. Goodbye Ken. Thanks for the memories.
Brad Abernethy class of 80
I
sat in several classes with Ken over my years at
Woburn and I always remember him as a very intelligent
and friendly person. I lost touch with him after
leaving Woburn and I was very sorry to hear of
his recent passing due to the illness he had battled
his entire life. l will always remember him as one
of the decent people at Woburn.
Rest
easy Ken...you may have had CF but from the quality
accomplishments you made it is obvious that CF
NEVER had you.
Todd
Young |
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| Walford |
Colin |
1980 |
Colin passed away April 1998 |
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| Ware |
Zachary |
2007 |
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| Wheeldon |
David |
1979 |
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| White |
Iain |
1982 |
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| Whorpole |
Edie |
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As the result of a motor vehicle accident on October 3 2007 at the age of 45 years. Edie Whorpole of Pefferlaw beloved daughter of Doreen Davey-Whorpole. Predeceased by her father Fred Whorpole Sr. Loving sister of Garry (Lynne) Donny (Patti) Fred (Joanne) and Peggy (Bob). Will be remembered by many friends in the Georgina area. |
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| Wickert |
Edith |
1977 |
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| Williamson |
Cindy |
1975 |
Cindy was such an awesome gal...such a nice person, great athlete and such a beautiful gal....I was devastated when I heard about the accident - Doug Robinson
Every time there is a teenage tragedy, Cindy comes to mind. She was a lovely, kind young woman, snatched from the best part of life far too soon. We all died a little that summer. - Sandra J. Pennington
Cindy skiied with me an entire day, on one of those school trips. I felt so special that day! - Rick Ibsen |
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| Yanch |
Francis |
1965 |
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| Faculty |
| Arrol, Ian |
English |
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BURNS,
Nevart
(nee Toumayan) |
French |
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| Calhoun,
Rob |
Moderns |
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| Crutchley,
Mary E. (Beth) |
Mathematics |
Beth
taught high school for the Scarborough Board of Education
and retired from Woburn C.I. in 1985. Her interests
were gymnastics and intramural sports. She enjoyed
working with stained glass, cottage life and nature
with her husband Jack who predeceased her in 1990. |
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| Eubank,
Howard |
Principal |
Woburn's
first Principal
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| Evanoff, Evan (john) |
Mathematics |
January 1, 2009
A man such as Evan rarely passes our way. In his inimitable style, Evan completed his most difficult and final marathon. God bless his soul . Evan retired as head of mathematics at Woburn Collegiate in 1987, he taught mathematics, early in his career, at both Earl Haig Collegiate and Oshawa Central Collegiate. |
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| Everingham,
Vern |
Librarian |
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| Fowler,
Bill |
Music |
Music
Teacher Extraordinaire - Composer of the
"Wild Cat Song" Woburn's Theme. - One
of the best. Very understanding & patient. I can
still hear him say “It sounds like moldy porridge
splatting against the wall”
I will miss him greatly – K.Bazak |
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| Gard,
Don |
Business
Education |
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| Glickman Saul |
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| Gray,
Sandy |
VP in the mid 80s |
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| Haacke,
Lorne |
Mathematics |
Dr.
Lorne Haacke passed away during the summer of 2002.
He taught math at Woburn in the 1970s and was also
involved with the Christian Fellowship group. I'll
always remember the sparkle in his eyes.
Adele Massena |
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| Hannah, Jim |
Principal |
My most vivid memory was the spontaneous standing ovation he received -- for over 5 minutes -- from all the students. As Mr J. D. Hannah stood up to make a speech at a year-end assembly, after we had just heard the announcement of his departure, I recall the students that stood and cheered the loudest and longest included those that were most often disciplined by J. D. throughout the year -- a testament to the level of respect we all shared.
-
Carl Thompson |
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| Hubbard,
Keith |
History |
"Keith Hubbard was a giant. Much of my love of
history was instilled by his teaching. I live in London
and regularly visit the continent - no matter where
I go, everytime I see a cathedral, I think of Keith
building the structure of vaulted roof, buttresses
and flying buttresses with us students! I also remember
feeling the shame of letting him down when he caught
me skipping his class. It was a foolish thing to do,
because he had a lot to teach me."
- D.Leavy. |
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| Jensen,
Ted |
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| Jury,
Paul |
Geography |
Paul
Jury taught Geography at Woburn from the mid-1970s
until the 1980s and then again from the late ninties
until his retirement in 2002, He passed away July
2005.
I
was truly saddened to read that Mr. Paul Jury had
passed away...he was a terrific teacher who taught
Geography like he was showcasing the entire world.
He was always pleasant and outgoing, and he treated
all of his students like their success mattered to
him personally. He also had a great sense of humour,
even when he showed for class one day with a black
eye (after a car accident) and we gave him the nickname
"Crash" for awhile, which he happily accepted.
There was never any need for discipline in his classes,
the way he taught just made for a great learning experience
every time. Rest easy Sir...you were a fine educator
and you made a difference. - Todd Young |
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| Kostric,
Walter |
Boys Phys Ed |
I was saddened to hear of Walter kostric's passing
He was an outstanding phys Ed teacher coaching pole
vault and many specialized track and field events
he was a true gentleman and was part of Don Robb's
phys Ed department. I truly admired him from 1969
to 71 when I finshed my high school years. - R.Prince
I
echo the sentiments of Rick Prince. "Wally"
was a dedicated teacher, coach, and friend. While
he coached Olympic calibre athletes, he always had
time for those of us who wanted to participate in
whatever athletic pursuit - track & field, volleyball,
etc. Under his direction, Woburn became a perennial
Ontario Track & Field powerhouse in the 1970's!
... Scott McDonald (1969 - 1974)
Walter
Kostric was a true inspiration to all who had the
privilege of benefiting from his knowledge and passion
for track and field. I went to University in the U.S.
to play football and track. My track days ended quickly
as I realized there was something missing. I realized
that "Walter" was a big part of my inspiration
and that he was no longer around. I know I speak for
all who he coached, that he truly motivated us all.
Thanks Walter.
Mike McTague |
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| Martin,
Barb |
Mathematics |
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| McConkey, Kathy |
Guidance
Secretary |
Ms. McConkey always had a twinkle in her eye, a wonderful
sense of humour, and a mischievous nature. She loved
to tease. Many staff and students would come to Ms.
McConkey's desk every morning to start their day.
She was "Mom" to many of us. |
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| Naimian, Solo |
Mathematics |
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| Preston-Welburn, Vivienne |
Family Studies |
She was both a Woburn grad (1965) as well as a well repected staff member in the Family Studies department for many years. |
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| Price, Mary |
Woburn's
First Head Secretary |
Mary Price came to Woburn as a secretary prior to its opening, helping to ready the school for its opening. Several years later, Mary became the Head Secretary and remained in that position until she retired. She was with Woburn for over 30 years. On October 11, 2001, Mary died at the Scarborough Hospital, Scarborough General Campus. She predeceased Harold, her husband of 53 years. Mary is dearly remembered by her three children, 9 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Many Woburn faculty and students attended Mary’s funeral proceedings and made a very difficult time much easier with their stories of her generous contributions to their lives as a valued, long-time member of the Woburn family.
Susan Scott (nee Price) |
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| Poczak,
Steve |
Business
Education |
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| Scott,
Orv |
VP in the mid 70s |
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| Shearer,
Jim |
English |
Jim Shearer was well respected by everyone I knew and
I am sad to hear of his passing. - D. Leavy |
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| Stevens,
Don |
Drafting |
Don Stevens had the nick name "Flash". He
would display a model of his Black Mustang in the
showcase by the drafting room. This shadow box included
a Mr.Bill figure and cumulated in the crash of his
model car. He was a great teacher with an even greater
sense of humor. he will be missed. - B. Carrington |
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| van
Nieuwenhove, Ed |
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Suddenly
but peacefully in his home on Saturday, November 10,
2007 in his 65th year. Ed beloved husband of Sharlene.
Loving father of Lisha and her husband Brian and Scott
and his wife Joanne. Best Poppa in the world to Ivy,
Maja, Paige, Allyson, and Sara. Predeceased by his
parents Alfred and Pauline and his brother Roger. |
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| Wason,
Karen |
English |
KAREN WASON (nee EUBANK) It is with
profound sadness that we announce the passing of Karen
Wason on June 24, 2006. Taken from us far too soon,
Karen was the loving wife of Stuart and devoted daughter
of the late Laura and Howard Eubank. Karen will be
sadly missed by the hundreds of former students and
staff of Northern Secondary School, Earl Haig Secondary
School, Lester B. Pearson Collegiate Institute and
Woburn Collegiate Institute at which she taught English
and the love of learning during her teaching career. |
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| Wilcox, John |
Dramatic Arts |
For two full generations John Wilcox was the voice of Woburn Collegiate. Through teaching Literature and Drama he gave students a love of the joy and mystery of the theatre. He gave them the skills to act, write, stage and design & manage sets for a cross section of the greatest plays that we have in our heritage.
But above all, John Wilcox was a teacher in the most profound and noble definitions of the word. He gave young men and women their own voices and the courage and wisdom to use them. He let them discover the scope of their skills and the freedom to apply them, in their own ways, for the rest of their lives. A true teacher understands that it is never the information or the skills that you give a student which defines success in our profession - it is the sense of dignity that you allow a child to discover and the sense of self esteem, even pride that they carry through their lives that defines you as having achieved the ultimate as a teacher. John was indeed such a man. - T Flahiff |
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