In Memoriam The League of Canadian Poets has a large community that has stood strong for over 50 years. Over these past few months, the League has lost members and friends from the poetry community. We’d like to take this chance to remember Don Kerr, Lesley Strutt, Jeff Steudel, and Luciana Ricciutelli. Jeff Steudel
he showed endurance, grace and much kindness. Jeff was a teacher, author and musician. He loved to read, run, swim, think, write and walk in nature. His steadiness of mind and calm demeanour were a strength to others. He is survived by his devoted wife of 25 years Susan Steudel, sons Christopher and Wil Steudel, parents Hildegard and Willy Steudel and sister Cecile Steudel (Peter Kochevar). He is loved by his extended family, friends and students in all directions. There will be an outdoor celebration of his life at a future time. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to BC Cancer. Don Kerr Tribute by Scott Larson, CBC News:
Jeffrey Mike Steudel died in Vancouver on February 2, 2021, at the age of 54 after giving everything he had toward his healing. He took every opportunity to find a way through the challenges of cancer. Through these experiences
Former Saskatchewan poet laureate, historian, playwright and English professor Don Kerr passed away on December 8, 2020. He was 84. “He had a huge personality,” said his son David Kerr. “[He] was introduced to a bunch of painters and artists. And they were all talking at the top of their voices — practically yelling — and all smiling and having conversations. He
