Grad News 1

Share grad news, events and important occasions in your life. Share photos of get togethers with fellow '78 grads.
Inquiring minds want to know......and see!

Send info and pictures to michaelpower-stjoes1978@hotmail.com


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If you are an animal lover and would like to sponsor fellow '78 grad and vet Barbara Ann Chidiac in the worthy cause of supporting animals, big and small, click on the link below. Whether lost, abomdoned or abused your support will make a difference.
 
And what a worthy cause this is!
A $20 donation will pay to look after an animal in need for one day, a donation of $75 will cover initial exam and vaccines, and anywhere between $100-$250 covers a spay or neuter for an animal.
 
"Please embrace with me as we Dance Together to help helpless animals in need"
 

https://prancing.omhs.ca/barbara-ann-chidiac-dvm
 

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Pat M, Pat K, Scott M, Leslie C, Frank M, Rob A, Jeff H, Steve W, Mark D, Gerry S, Sam I, Frank C

Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet, nor hail shall keep fellow78 grads from their appointed get- together...only covid could do that. But this gang weathered the weather that night and managed to make it happen. With a lot of catching up and a glass raised to remember those who are no longer with us an enjoyable evening was had by all.
Same place, same date and same time next year!



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Peter Glynn     December 9, 2022

We are sad to announce that on December 9, 2022 we had to say goodbye to Peter Glynn of Georgetown, Ontario and fellow 1978 MPSJ graduate.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Beatrice Glynn and Walter Glynn. He is survived by : his spouse Zina Glynn; his children, Adam (Madison), Jonathan (Victoria) and Jessica (Alexander); and his siblings, Mariann (late Roger), Bob, Paul (Marcia), Gerry (Janet) and Joe (Jackie).
Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home (11582 Trafalgar Rd, Georgetown, ON L7G4Y5). A prayer was held on Tuesday, December 13th 2022 at 8:30 PM at the same location. A mass was held on Wednesday, December 14th 2022 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Holy Cross Catholic Church (14400 Argyll Rd, Georgetown, ON L7G0B9).

Memorial contributions to the Canadian Neuroendocrine Tumour Society would be appreciated.


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I hear it is happening...

The annual 1978 grad Christmas get together

Friday December 23, 2022

The Crooked Cue
3056 Bloor Street W (at Royal York Rd.)

8:00 PM




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FRANK JOSEPH BALDANZA
October 7, 1959 - January 18, 2022

 

Frank passed away peacefully on January 18, 2022 in his 63rd year. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of twenty-nine years, Anne Snider; his children, Michael and Christina; his parents, Joseph and Rosaria; his mother-in-law, Louise Snider; his siblings, Anthony (Irma), Josephine Wilkinson, and Joseph (Mary Dart); his sisters-in-law, Mary Snider and Margaret Snider-McGrath (Rory); his nieces and nephews, Alex Wilkinson (Cristina Schieda), Andrea Pitula (Matt), Andrew (Anne Barbeau), Christopher, Jessica, Jack, Ally, and Ben and Spencer Snider-McGrath. Frank was predeceased by his father-in-law, Allan Snider and his brother-in-law Greg Wilkinson.

Hardworking and energetic, Frank found his professional calling as a Tax partner at Deloitte in Toronto. He specialized in the real estate sector and he loved the intellectual challenge of creating tax planning opportunities for his clients. But his real love was for his family ? his wife, Anne (also an accountant) and their two children, for whom he delighted coaching hockey and soccer and with whom, along with Anne, he shared numerous family trips. Frank was a devoted son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin and relished the numerous family celebrations and milestones every year.

Frank was kind and loving, with a genial temperament and a ready sense of humour. His friends came from all phases of his life and included many life-long friends from his years at Michael Power-St. Joseph High School and the University of Toronto. Outside of work, Frank loved engaging in household projects at home and cottage, listening to and sharing his favourite music (there was no question that John was the ?best? Beatle), following the Toronto Maple Leafs (even when it was painful to watch) and participating in athletic endeavours: playing tennis, squash and hockey in younger years; skiing and snowshoeing at Craigleith; and golfing, cycling and hiking with Anne and friends in various parts of Canada and the U.S., especially southern Georgian Bay and The Blue Mountains.

The family would like to thank Maureen Daniels, Dr. Warren Mason and his team, and all the staff from the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumour Centre at Princess Margaret Hospital for their treatment and compassionate care of Frank, beginning with his brain tumour diagnosis (oligodendroglioma) over twenty-one years ago. The family would also like to thank Dr. Jenny Lau and her team in the Palliative Care Unit at Princess Margaret Hospital for following Frank since 2020 and for their exceptional care of Frank during his final days.

A visitation will be held at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, Toronto. Due to the restrictions surrounding Covid, space is limited and registration is required. The family requests that all guests be double-vaccinated should they wish to attend. To register for the visitation please refer to the Turner & Porter website.


A private family service will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. by invitation only. For those not able to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed. Please use the link provided below to view the livestream. Please visit Turner & Porter website for details.

Memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation (Fund allocation: Kirchmann Family Chair in Neuro-Oncology Research Fund or the Palliative Care Program Fund): https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/DonateNow/donations/start

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Remembering friend and fellow '78 grad Michael Carpenter on the 40th anniversary of his death.
Photo taken March 28, 2021 at Assumption Catholic Cemetary, Mississauga

 - Gone but not forgotten -

Paul Smith, Mike Smith, Peter Glynn, John Fontyn, Paul McDonnell

 

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Photos from the "Crooked Cue"
December 23, 2019


Appearances by... Rob Ablamowicz, Brian Anderson, Frank Baldanza, Frank Canaletti, Ross DiCharia, Frank Dunnigan, Mary Beth Mathe (Dunnigan), Leslie Corrigan (Hudson), Jeff Hudson, Mark Drury, Denis Gubert, Jamie Matera, Frank McGrath, Scott McNally, Gerry Simone, Dave Spagnolo


 

Leslie Corrigan (Hudson), Scott McNally, Rob Ablamowicz, Gerry Simone, Frank McGrath, Ross DiCharia, Frank Dunnigan, Mary Beth Mathe (Dunnigan)

"The Four Franks" Frank Duunigan, Frank McGrath, Frank Canaletti, Frank Baldanza

Mary Beth Mathe (Dunnigan), Jeff Hudson, Leslie Corrigan (Hudson), Scott McNally

Frank Dunnigan, Frank Baldanza, Mark Drury

Frank McGrath, Ross, DiCharia, Frank Canaletti, Dave Spagnolo

Frank Dunnigan, Jamie Matera, Mark Drury

Scott McNally, Rob Ablamowicz, Gerry Simone, Frank Baldanza

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Mrs. Wekerle
1931 - January 5, 2020

 

WEKERLE, HERMINE It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful and dear mother Hermine Wekerle, on January 5, 2020. Predeceased by her beloved husband Anthony of 55 years. She was the cherished and devoted mother to Caron (Klaus), Christine (Michael), Michael (predeceased Lea-Anne) and Carolyn (Danny), proud grandmother to her lovely grandchildren, Celeste, Carlie, Christian, Michael, Colin, Carson, Danielle, Jonathan, Christel, Raquel, Adam, Ashton and Emma and kind aunt to Jutta, Heide and Eric and loyal friend to many. Hermine was a University of Toronto graduate, F.E.U.T. and O.I.S.E. She was a much loved and remarkable teacher for 25 years at Michael Power/St. Joseph Catholic High School in Etobicoke. As a retired teacher, she was invited to be a professor at O.I.S.E., sharing her expertise and love of teaching. After growing up in Vienna, Austria, she came to Toronto and lived with the Sisters of Service. She met her husband, Anthony through St. Patrick's German Congregation where, as a couple, they devoted many years to the Catholic church community as Eucharistic ministers, through pilgrimages and of serving the greater church community. 

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Mr. Joe Takerer

1952 - November 27, 2019
 

TAKERER, Joseph Karl -
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our dear Joe at home on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at the age of 67. Joe is now reunited with his parents Karl and Rose. Cherished brother of Diane and her husband Nick Fanais. Loving uncle to James and Stephen. Joe will be fondly remembered by his cousins and many friends. Joe was a longtime retired Michael Power/St. Joseph & Father John Redmond High School teacher. In addition to teaching Joe was a very dedicated and proud hockey coach.


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Annual 1978 grad get together at

The Crooked Cue
3056 Bloor Street W., Etobicoke


December 23, 2019

8 PM



 

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ED BERLOT

October 14, 1959 - November 3, 2019
rest in peace

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Harvey Sazunic

March 8, 1945 -  January 4, 2019

Harvey Ivan Sazunic passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Friday, January 4, 2019 after a brave 5 year battle with a rare neurodegenerative disease. He is survived by his dear wife of 46 years Doreen, his daughters Nicole (Mark) and Martina (Simon) and two grandchildren Isabella and Ellington. 

Known to most as Harvey, Big Harv, Mr. Sazunic, The Saz, or just Sir, he was born Hrvoj Ivan Sazunic on March 8, 1945 in Zagreb, Croatia. He moved to Toronto, Canada in 1956. 

He graduated from St. Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia with his Masters in History and Minor in Political Science. He met his beloved wife Doreen while in Halifax. They both earned their Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto. 

Shortly afterwards, he and Doreen got married on October 7, 1972 in Toronto. In 1977 he and Doreen became parents, welcoming their first child Nicole and their second daughter Martina, in 1983. 

He taught at Michael Power St. Joseph from 1973 - 2007 when he retired. He was known for his passionate lecturing style, witty sense of humour, and love of pranks. He also coached Boys’ Soccer and Girls’ Basketball. Ask any of his former students and they’re sure to share a happy memory of him. 

Harvey loved all sports, but he especially loved soccer. His daughters grew up watching the Toronto Blizzards in the early 80’s, and in more recent years, he and his granddaughter enjoyed watching the TFC. 

Friends and former students enjoyed his lighthearted Sports’ Pools, something he continued updating even as his disease progressed. As his disease further limited his mobility, his incredible wife took over to ensure it continued because she knew how much he loved it. 

His passion for travel was shared with his best friend and former Power teacher, Frank Petko with whom he joined on many a March Break trip. Harvey and Doreen continued their travel along with Frank and Susan Petko into retirement and in his lifetime Harvey visited over 50 cities around the world. 

Harvey was also known for his patience and discipline. After many years of training, he earned his First and Second Dan Black Belt in Karate. When signs of his disease began, he stayed focused and completed his Black Belt in Weapons Training. 

A devout Catholic, Harvey and his family were parishioners of St. Gregory’s Church where he also volunteered his time as an usher. His faith along with the support of his children, close friends, home assist helpers, and especially his wife Doreen, helped him during his most difficult years. 

Doreen stayed by Harvey’s side and advocated for him throughout his entire disease. She cared for him at home, so they could be together and comfortable until his final days. 

Harvey’s positivity and love for life was felt by all who met him. He has touched the lives of so many in such a positive way and his family is so thankful to have enjoyed so many wonderful moments with him. We will continue to honour him by sharing his positive outlook on life and by cheering on his beloved Reds. 
 

 

Visitation Monday January 7, 2019 -  Butler Chapel (Dundas and Burnhamthorpe)  6 to 9pm.

Mass at St. Gregory"s on Tuesday January 8, 2019 at 1100 a.m.
 

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Photos from the "Crooked Cue"
December 23, 2018

 

Frank Canellitti, Frank Baldanza, Steve Wickham, Bonnie Sawarna, Gerry Simone, Scott McNally, Frank McGrath, Leslie Corrigan, Jeff Hudson, Carmen Cachia, Sam Ierullo

"Three Franks and a Steve"

Bonnie, Gerry, Scott, Carmen and Sam

Sam Ierullo, Carmen Cachis, Jeff Hudson, Leslie Corrigan, Frank McGrath,Scott McNally, Gerry Simone, Steve Wickham, Frank Baldanza

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Annual Christmas Get Together
at the "Crooked Cue"

Sunday December 23, 2018
8 P.M.

All 1978 grads are welcome

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RANK JOSEPH BALDANZA Frank Joseph Baldanza passed away peacefully on January 18, 2022, in his 63rd year. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of twenty-nine years, Anne Snider; his children, Michael and Christina; his parents, Joseph and Rosaria; his mother-in-law, Louise Snider; his siblings, Anthony (Irma), Josephine Wilkinson, and Joseph (Mary Dart); his sisters-in-law, Mary Snider and Margaret Snider-McGrath (Rory); his nieces and nephews, Alex Wilkinson (Cristina Schieda), Andrea Pitula (Matt), Andrew (Anne Barbeau), Christopher, Jessica, Jack, Ally, and Ben and Spencer Snider-McGrath. Frank was predeceased by his father-in-law, Allan Snider and his brother-in-law Greg Wilkinson. Hardworking and energetic, Frank found his professional calling as a Tax Partner at Deloitte in Toronto. He specialized in the real estate sector and he loved the intellectual challenge of creating tax planning opportunities for his clients. But his real love was for his family - his wife, Anne (also an accountant) and their two children, for whom he delighted coaching hockey and soccer and with whom, along with Anne, he shared numerous family trips. Frank was a devoted son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin and relished the numerous family celebrations and milestones every year. Frank was kind and loving, with a genial temperament and a ready sense of humour. His friends came from all phases of his life and included many life-long friends from his years at Michael Power-St. Joseph High School and the University of Toronto. Outside of work, Frank loved engaging in household projects at home and cottage, listening to and sharing his favourite music (there was no question that John was the "best" Beatle), following the Toronto Maple Leafs (even when it was painful to watch) and participating in athletic endeavours: playing tennis, squash and hockey in younger years; skiing and snowshoeing at Craigleith; and golfing, cycling and hiking with Anne and friends in various parts of Canada and the U.S., especially southern Georgian Bay and The Blue Mountains. The family would like to thank Maureen Daniels, Dr. Warren Mason and his team, and all the staff from the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumour Centre at Princess Margaret Hospital for their treatment and compassionate care of Frank, beginning with his brain tumour diagnosis (oligodendroglioma) over twenty-one years ago. The family would also like to thank Dr. Jenny Lau and her team in the Palliative Care Unit at Princess Margaret Hospital for following Frank since 2020 and for their exceptional care of Frank during his final days. Visitation at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel funeral home will be limited, due to Covid-19 restrictions; please refer to the Turner & Porter website for details. The family requests that all guests be double-vaccinated. A private funeral service will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. To view the service remotely, please visit the same website for details. Memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/DonateNow/donations/start (Fund allocation: Kirchmann Family Chair Neuro-oncology Research Fund or the Palliative Care Program Fund).