50 Plus Reunion Lunch

Merrimu Receptions in Murrumbeena was the venue for this year’s 50 + Reunion on 17 March. More than 80 Old Collegians were in attendance, and it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces.

Principal, Peter Houlihan, paid special tribute to Michael Kennedy and Doug O’Shannessey, from the Class of 1944, who were celebrating 78 years since departing Stanhope Street, as well as Fr Kevin Dillon (1960), Br Bill Firman (1960) and Fr Kevin Canty CM (1951), who had travelled down from Sydney for the event. As the afternoon unfolded, there was much reminiscing and a presentation of memorabilia featuring College ties, Blue and Golds and photographs of the iconic refurbished Tower Building brought back fond memories for us all. Paul Shannon (1971) spoke on behalf of the Old Collegians, recalling how the College had served him well in life, with reference to the Brothers, who were represented on the day by Br Bill Firman (1960). No matter what decade of De La Salle education, the spirit of the College, continues to be alive and well in the camaraderie on display. St. John Baptist de La Salle, pray for us. Tony McIlroy (1969)