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Joseph Ambrose (52 years). On behalf of St Joseph’s College and Sacred Heart College our thoughts and prayers are with the Ambrose family, on the sudden passing of their dad. Mr Frederick Appleby (100 years), great grandfather of Finn Dripps (Year 7) and Fred Dripps (Year 6, St Patrick’s Primary School). Mrs Hester Anderson mother/mother in law of Tim and Michelle Anderson (staff member) and grandmother of Oscar Anderson (Year 7) and Max Anderson (Grade 4 Clairvaux Catholic Primary School). Mr Brian Barrett (80 years), Old Collegian (1951), dearly loved husband of Margaret and father of 4 children and 3 grandchildren. Mr Frank Barnett (86 years), grandfather of Jake Milliken (Year 9) and Bree Milliken (Year 11) Sacred Heart College. Mrs Margaret Batty (89 years), mother/mother in-law of Albert (Slim) and Bev (Josphine member), grandmother of Old Collegians Adrian (1988), Ashley (1991), Albert (1996), Michelle, Sacred Heart College and Nicole, Sacred Heart College, great grandmother of Jack HockleySamon (Year 11), Harry Hockley-Samon (Year 8), Jamara Hockley-Samon Clonard College, Tom Hockley-Samon (Grade 6) and Flynn Hockley-Samon (Grade 3) Holy Spirit Primary School. Mr Jack Benning (86 years), father of staff member Kim Evans, grandfather of Grace Evans, Campbell Old Collegian (Alumni 2013), Tess Clonard College (Year 11) and Maggie Evans Clonard College (Year 7). Maureen Bentley grandmother of John O’Connell (Year 11) and Aislinn O’Connell (Year 9) Clonard College. Mr Robert Bentley (77 years) of Melbourne, grandfather of John O’Connell (Year 11) and Aislinn O’Connell (Year 9) Clonard College. Mr Victor Bosworth (70 years), husband of Gayle, past parent and member of our Josephine’s, father of Clinton Bosworth, Old Collegian (1997), father-in-law of Scott Smith, Old Collegian (1985), grandfather of Harrison Smith (Year 9), Lily Smith (Year 10) and Annie Smith (Year 12) both at Sacred Heart College and Rosie Smith (Year 6) St Patrick’s Primary School. To Gayle, Kylie, Clinton, Tiffany and all the Bosworth family we extend our heartfelt sympathy. Mr Phil Bourke father of Old Collegians John Bourke (2003) and Sam Bourke (2005), uncle of Patrick Blain (Year 10), Old Collegians Michael Blain (2012) and James Blain (2008). To all the extended families, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mrs Gloria Bowdler (69 Years), grandmother of Joel Downie (Year 9). Mr John Brown (77 years), great uncle of Ben Vanjek (Year 8), Laura past student Clonard College (2013), Rebecca Clonard College (Year 10) and Jessica Vanjek, Bannockburn Primary School. Mr Filippo Caccamo (89 years) father of Old Collegian Michael Caccamo (1983), grandfather of Jordan Caccamo (Year 9), Makayla Caccamo (Year 11) Sacred Heart College, Old Collegians, Paul Ruggeri (1989), Kristian Ruggeri (2005), Mark Genua (1994) and Nicholas Caccamo (1989). Dimitrious Cassels Year 7 student St Ignatius College Drysdale. Dimitrious died in a house fire in Newcomb during the holidays. To his mother and two siblings who attend Christ the King Primary School Newcomb, along with Jose Blackley, Principal, and to Michael Exton, Principal, staff and families of St Ignatius College Drysdale, we extend our heartfelt sympathy. Such a huge tragedy for all. Mr John Cohen (94 years) grandfather of Dan Hale (staff member) and wife Rebecca, great grandfather of Joseph Hale. Mrs Dot Connors (74 years) grandmother of Billy McIntosh (Year11), Molly McIntosh (Year 8) Sacred Heart College, Jordy McIntosh (Grade 4) Bannockburn Primary School, Nick Connors (Year 11), Georgia Connors (Year 8) Sacred Heart and Charlie Connors (Grade 4) Bannockburn Primary School. Mr Edward Crane in Tasmania, great grandfather of Brandon Di Pasquale (Year 11). Mrs Frances Crocket (Flintoff), 51 years, mother of Joshua Flintoff (Year 12), Joseph Flintoff (Year 8) and Ben Flintoff Grade 5 St Mary’s. We extended our deepest sympathy to all the extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mrs Jacqueline Anne Davis (70 years) in New Zealand, grandmother of Aidan Wong (Year 7) and Gabrielle Wong (Clairvaux Primary School). Mr Brian Digby Old Collegian (1946), father of Brian Digby Old Collegian (1977), grandfather of Liam Digby (Year 8) and Joshua Digby (Grade 6) Chilwell Primary School. Mr Rino Di Santo of Italy, brother of Antonio Di Santo, uncle of Sandro Di Santo (staff member) and Enza Hughes. To all the extended Di Santo family we send our deepest sympathy. Mr Brian Dobbyn Old Collegian (1949), father of Old Collegians Paul (1981) and Tim Dobbyn (1982). Mrs Merlynne Dolley past and involved mother of Old Collegians, Chris Dolley (1977), David, Shane (1980), Ben (1984) and William Dolley past Teacher at SJC, grandmother of Lachlan Gangell (Year 11) and Old Collegians Harrison (2013), Leigh (2002) and James Dolley (2005), and great aunt of Ryan Bentley (Year 12), James McCorkell (Year 12), Andrew McCorkell (Year 9) and Haydn King (Year 7). To these and all the extended family we offer our deep sympathy. Mr Ian Donaldson (69 years), father/father-in-law of Melissa and Alfred Vella, Aaron Donaldson (Old Collegian 1993), grandfather of Sebastian Vella (Year 11), Kate, Stephanie and Jacqueline (past students SHC). Mr James (Jim) Doona Old Collegian (1976). Mrs Frances Drew dearly loved grandmother of Jonathan Zarb (Year 8), Laura Zarb (Year 12 Sacred Heart College), Rebecca Zarb (Sacred Heart College 2012),cherished mother of Old Collegians Anthony Drew (1977) and Lisa Zarb (Sacred Heart College 1981). Now at peace, in God’s loving care. Mrs Edith Fennell (81 years) of Warrigul, grandmother of Kieran Fennell (Year 11), Old Collegians Xavier Fennell (2011) and Hannah Fennell (2012) Sacred Heart College. Mr Denis Fitzgerald (78 years), as the result of a tractor accident, husband of Joan Fitzgerald past student SHC and Josephines member, father of Mary, Bernadette, Margaret, Cate and Annette, past students SHC, Denis, Patrick and Michael Old Collegians SJC and their partners; grandfather of 31 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, including current students Ned Stephens, Tom Fitzgerald and Liam Mullen (all in Year 10). To all Denis’ extended family members and friends we offer our heartfelt sympathy on your sudden and tragic loss. His love is with you always. Mr Max Foran Old Collegian (1960), father of Mark Foran (1993) and past College Board member (1992/1993). Mrs Nancy Garipoli (81 years) grandmother of Aiden Garipoli (Year 12) and Joshua Garipoli (Year 9). Mrs Joan Gazenbeek (77 years) mother of Old Collegian Chris Gazenbeek (1991), Chevonne Cole Clonard College (1983), Joanne Gazenbeek (1987), Nik Gazenbeek (1989) Clonard College, grandmother of Zachary Cole (Year 11) , Maddie Cole (Year 8) Clonard College and Joshua Cole Old Collegian (2010.) The Gazenbeek family were valued members of the St Joseph’s College Community for many years and worked tirelessly for the Parents & Friends Association and Mens Association. We extend our deepest sympathy to all the extended families. Mrs Betty Gullock grandmother of Old Collegians Rowan Hall (1998) and wife Lauren McDonald (2000) Sacred Heart College. Mr John Gillett (75 years) following on going illness, grandfather of Elliott Horan (Year 8), Ned Calnon (Year 7), Angus, Flynn and Piper Calnon, Fyans Park Primary School. Mrs Miriam Gray (91 years), past parent and member of our Josephine’s, mother of Old Collegians, Roger, Peter and Gerald Gray, great grandmother of Tyler Watkins (Year 12), Jye Watkins (Year 7) and Jemma Watkins (St Anthony’s Primary School, Lara, Year 5). Miriam was a volunteer on our Canteen for 19 years, helping out even after her boys had finished their schooling here. She was a quietly spoken and dignified lady who kept her connection with the St Joseph’s College community through our Josephine’s and attended our gatherings until her health deteriorated. We all have our own memories of this special lady. Mr Graham Hall (69 years), grandfather of Jaden Dabrera (Year 12) and Kayla- Rose Dabrera (Year 9) Sacred Heart College. Mr Patrick Hannah (79 years), uncle of Bayley Repcak (Year 7) Mrs Thelma Hayes (100 years) great grandmother of Julian Manaszczuk (Year 8), Stephanie Manaszczuk and Anton Manaszczuk. Mrs Margaret Henkel (79 years), grandmother of Matthew Henkel (Year 10) and Ben Henkel (Year 8). Mrs Hinds mother of Mick Hinds, past full time, now casual staff member and friend to many here at SJC. Mr Tim Howells (Queensland), Old Collegian (1985), brother of Michael and Richard Howells (1980). Mrs Doreen Jewell (Melbourne), mother of Fr Vince Jewell, Parish Priest, St Bernard’s Catholic Church, Belmont. Doreen had been unwell for some time and the parish of St Bernard’s has been praying for her throughout this difficult journey. Our hearts go out to Fr Vince and his extended family. Rest peacefully Doreen. Mrs Vera Johnston (92 years), grandmother of Leanne Maher (staff member) and husband Steven, great grandmother of Darcy Maher Matthew Flinders, Kynan Maher Belmont High School, Torren Maher and Leni Maher Montpellier Primary School. Mrs Lorna Jones (87 years) of Creswick, grandmother of Gabriel Hickey (Year 8). Mrs Nell (Helen) Kean (95 years), mother /motherin-law of Old Collegian Jack (Brendan) Kean (1972) and Helen Kean (staff member), grandmother of Heath Kean, Old Collegian (2009) and Brenna Kean past student St Ignatius College (2013). Mr Sam Keating Old Collegian (2007), to Sam’s family, Robyn and Danny, Hayley, Shaun (2000), Edwina and all their extended family and friends we express our heartfelt sympathy. Sam’s love will live on in each of you always. Mr John Keavy Old Collegian Class of 1969. Mrs Dorothy Kelly (86 years), wife of Old Collegian Jack Kelly (dec), grandmother of Guy Kelly (2011), Madeline, Sacred Heart College Alumni (2013) and Liam Kelly (Year 7). Mrs Freda Kloess (87 years), grandmother of Tania and Michael Timms, staff member, great grandmother of Maeve and Sam. Mr Trevor Lampard (86 years), grandfather of Lewis Conquit (Year 8) and Lucy Conquit (Year 10) Sacred Heart College. Mr Bill Laven (78 years), grandfather of Chris Phelan (Year 11) and Old Collegian Michael Phelan (2011). Mrs Carmel Law (83 years), grandmother of Will Caddy (Year 7), Tom Caddy (Year 10) and Darcy Caddy (Year 12). Mr Graeme Law grandfather of Jack Quinn (Year 10), Mollie Quinn (Year 9) and Emma Quinn (Year 7) Sacred Heart College. Mrs Debbie Lear (nee Buckley, 53 years, Gold Coast,) Alumni SHC, suddenly - drowning accident, sister of Greg Buckley, Old Collegian (1975), Kim, Kate Sacred Heart College Alumni, and Joanne, Aunty of Jack Buckley (Year 11), Georgie SHC Alumni (2010) and Alice (2012). Mrs Damacena Licayan in the Philippines, mother of College Chaplain, Fr Herman Licayan, Parish Priest of Meredith including Bannockburn, Inverleigh, Anakie, Lethbridge and Winchelsea. Mrs Madonna (Maddie) Lynch wife of past student, Sean Lynch (1989). Mr John McCall (79 years), father of Old Collegian David McCall, grandfather of Sam Chalmers (Year 8), Tom Chalmers, St Therese Primary School Torquay (Year 5), uncle of Old Collegians Matthew, Michael and Stephen Russell. Mrs Merle McCutcheon grandmother of Bailey Patton (Year 7), Cooper Patton (Grade 2) St Therese Primary School and Hudson Patton 3 years. Mrs Nancy McKinnin (94 years), great grandmother of Adam Welsh (Year 8) and Megan Welsh (Year 10) Clonard College.

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Mrs Margaret McGlynn (82 Years), grandmother of Hamish Ross-McGlynn (Year 10) and Lara Ross-McGlynn (Year 12 Sacred Heart College). Mr James Leon McNamara (74 years), grandfather of James McDonald (Year 12), William McDonald (Year 10) and Tayla McDonald (Year 7) Sacred Heart College. Mr Bohdan (Bob) Maczyszyn Old Collegian (1961), father of Andre, Old Collegian (1991) and Catherine, Nicholas (1993)and Angela, Danielle and Nigel. Mrs Marie Gallagher (89 years), mother of Old Collegian, Mark Gallagher (1983) and grandmother of Ged Gallagher (Year 8). Mr William (Billy) Nairn (65 years), Old Collegian (1966), son of Laurie Nairn (dec) (1935), brother of Old Collegians Peter, Terry and Gerard Nairn.

Mr Giuseppe Maselli grandfather of Old Collegian Joe (Giuseppe) Maselli (1993) and Kirsty Maselli (staff member), great grandfather of Madison and Olivia Maselli, Michael Di Russo Year 8 and Nicholas

Di Russo.

Mr James (Jim) Merrett (78 years), husband of Kathryn for 56 years, father of staff member Trish

Merrett, Tony and Vin Merrett, grandfather of Clancy, Alex, Livy, Zac and Gus. To Trish, Lenny, Clancy and all their family we extend our heartfelt sympathy, his love lives on in each of you.

Mr Joe Miceli uncle of Jordan Imbrogno (Year 9) and Joseph Imbrogno (Year 11).

Mr Nunzio Miceli step grandfather of Joseph Imbrogno (Year 11) and Jordan Imbrogno (Year 9).

Mr Aiezza Michele (82 years), great uncle of Gabriele Di Rubbo (Year 10) and Raffaele Di Rubbo,

Old Collegian (2013).

Mr Royce Moncur (60 years, Gippsland), brother-in-law of Libby Mears (College Board Member) and

Clarke Veale, uncle to Harrison (Year 12), Thomas (Year 11) and Ruby Veale (Sacred Heart College).

Mr David Monti (54 Years, Bendigo), uncle of Toby Featherby (Year 12) and Riley Featherby (Year 10).

Mr Tim Mulroyan (55 years), Old Collegian (1975), son of Valerie and John Mulroyan (1947), brother of Paul (1972), Phil (1978), Simon (1984), Rosemary Friend current staff member, Pamela, Rosemary, Margret and Christine. Tim had been unwell for some time with cancer, he fought a courageous battle and was surrounded by his loving family throughout this journey. To Tim’s wife Sue, children and their partners, Jenna and Scott, Leah, Caitlin and Daniel and all their extended family we offer our heartfelt sympathy and prayerful support. Monsignor James Murray (90 years), was effectively the senior church figure in Geelong for over 30 years in his role as Parish Priest of St Mary’s and the bishop’s representative in the Geelong Deanery. So many of our teachers and school families would have memories of Monsignor from celebrating Confirmations, funerals, weddings and baptisms. Even though officially retired for around 15 years, he has actively assisted parishes when their priest was away, celebrated funerals, chaired the ecumenical council of Geelong and supported the causes of East Timor and refugees. He will be fondly remembered by many for his warmth and pastoral care. Mrs Ruth Murphy (90 years), great Nana of Jack Gaspari (Year 10) and Thomas Gaspari (Year 7) Mr Benedict James Nicholls father/ father in law of Old Collegians Chris Nicholls (1982) (Past Old Collegians Committee Member) and Janine Hill (Clonard 1981), Mark Nicholls (1983) (Current Board Member) and Gaylene Gillies and Melissa Nicholls, grandfather of James Nicholls (Year 9), Bridget Nicholls (Year 7) Clonard College and Old Collegian Damien Nicholls (2006), Blake Nicholls (Year 9), Gemma Nicholls (Year 12) Sacred Heart College, Old Collegian Aaron Nicholls (2011) and Ethan Nicholls. To the Nicholls family, and all the extended families, we extend our deepest sympathy. Mr Fred Noggler grandfather of Jamie Noggler (Year 8) and Adam Noggler (Grade 6) Holy Family Primary School. Mrs Margaret Nunn (82 years), grandmother of Darcy Crucitti (Year 7) Old Collegians, Jess Crucitti (2012) and Joel Crucitti (2009). Mrs Susan Norman (60 years), mother of Matthew Norman, Old Collegian of Chanel College, Joanne Old Collegian of Clonard College and grandmother of Sebastian at St Robert’s Primary School. Sue is the aunty of Joseph Kolotelo (Year 12), Joshua (Year 10) and Daniel (Year 9). Mrs Moya O’Brien (88 years), beloved wife of John O’Brien (dec), mother of Old Collegians, Damian O’Brien (1969), Tim O’Brien (1970), Gerald O’Brien (1973) and their sister Paula Hayden. Mr Pat O’Callaghan grandfather of John Mitchell, current staff member and Old Collegian (1997), Patrick Houghton (2010) and Brennan Houghton (2013) deceased. Mr Peter O’Donnell of Warnambool (65years), suddenly following a stroke, uncle of staff member Michael Timms and his wife Tanya, great uncle to Mauve and Sam. Mrs Ivy Owens (93 years), mother of past students, Jarrod and Leigh Owens, grandmother of staff member, Karen Shum. Mr Tom Pagram (Melbourne), father of staff member Suzanne Walsh, husband Robert and grandfather of Carl, Kane and Oscar. Mrs Hilda Pantazopoulos (74 years), mother/mother in law of staff member Zara Walter and Blake. Mr Paul Partington uncle of Jordan Partington (Year 10), Charlotte (Year 5) and Bridget Partington (Year 2) Clairvaux Primary School. Mr Warren Potter (76 years), father of Old Collegian, Anthony Potter (1995), grandfather of Jack O’Neill (Year 10), Molly (Year 9) Sacred Heart College, Maggie (Year 8), Tom (Year 6) Clairvaux Primary School, Harry and Charlie (Year 4), Rubby and Alice (Year 3), Max (Prep), George and Sam O’Neill. Mrs Rath grandmother of Old Collegians Jarrod Dean (2000), Michael Dean (2002) and Aaron Dean (2006). Mrs Joanne Renfrey great aunt of Will Gowans (Year 7). Mr Furio Rovere (61 years), past parent and husband of Allyson, father of Old Collegians Brett Rovere (1992), Belinda, Megan and Amanda, brother of past parents Sue and Alan Bell, uncle of Jarrod Bell (1995) and David Bell (1996). To all Furio’s family and friends we extend our heartfelt sympathy and prayerful support on their sudden loss. Mr David Rowlands (82 years), grandfather of Luke Rowlands (Year 8) and Robbie Rowlands (Grade 6) Holy Spirit Primary School. Mrs Marlene Ryan (80 years), grandmother of Harvey Ryan (Year 9), Old Collegians Beau Barrett (2006) and Rennan McMahon (2011). Mrs Maria Sacca grandmother of Jason Di Cristoforo (Year 12) and Old Collegians, David Di Cristoforo (2002) and Adam Di Cristoforo (2003). Mr Eddie Sadler grandfather of Jack Sadler-Cahoon (Year 8), and Old Collegians Cassidy Redden (2010) and Tanner Redden (2012). Mrs Rosanna Sebastiani (81 years), nonna of Jai Sebastiani (Year 9), Mia Sebastiani (Year 7) Sacred Heart College and Levi Sebastiani (Grade 5) St Parick’s Primary School. Mr Nick Skorodumow (89 years), father of Helen Raby (Skorodumow) , grandfather of Old Collegians Ralph Raby (1999), Rachael Jepson-Raby Sacred Heart College, Tracy Raby Sacred Heart College and Carolyn Raby Sacred Heart College, great grandfather of Jacob JepsonRaby (Year 7) and Mila Jepson Raby (Grade 3) Drysdale Primary School, Sascha Wheelwright (Grade 4) Ashby Primary School and Pepper Wright 9 ½ months. Mrs Jolanta Solytysiak ( 60 years), grandmother of Connor Fopiani ( Year 7) and Paige Fopiani (Year 9) Sacred Heart College. Mr Mathie Spoormakers of Holland (75 years) grandfather of Rody Spoormakers (Year 9) and Maaike Spoormakers (Year 11) Sacred Heart College. Mrs Iris Stead (93 years) great grandmother of Connor Taylor (Year 8) and William Taylor (Grade 6) Holy Spirit Primary School. Mr Danny Stone (39 years from the Mallee district) following a pool diving accident, uncle of Thomas Douglas (Year 9), Georgia and Sam Douglas (Clairvaux Primary School), Aaron Stone (Year 9) and Jordan (Year 12). Mr Michael Timothy Taylor Old Collegian (1949), formerly of Stonyford and Geelong. Mrs Barbara Theobald (74 years), grandmother of Charlie Johnson (Year 9), Ruby Johnson (SHC 2013) and Daisy Johnson (Sacred Heart College Year 12). Mr John Thomas (66 years), past staff member, dearly loved husband of Anne Thomas (long serving staff member) and father of Jane, Simon and Sarah, their partners Andrew, Kasey and Blairy, grandfather of Daniel, William and Sienna. John was a quiet achiever who leaves special memories with all at St Joseph’s College. He has fought a tough battle with cancer over three years and thankfully is now resting in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the love of his life, Anne and all their family. Mr Robert Timms (75 years) father / father in law of Susan and Christopher Kelly Old Collegian (1983), grandfather of Max Kelly (Year 9) and Old Collegian Thomas Kelly (2012). Our thoughts and prayers are with all the extended family during this difficult time. Mr Des Torpy (75 years), grandfather of Sam Torpy (Year 8) , Emma Torpy (Year 9 Sacred Heart College), Lauren (SHC 2012) and Sarah (SHC 2013). Mrs Elia Tomadin (84 years), following ongoing illness, mother/mother-in-law of staff member, George and Carol Tomadin, Nonna to Erin, Michael and Breahna. Great nonna to Aidan and Liam. Mr Michael Toohey (83 years), father / father in law of John and Mandy Toohey (staff member), grandfather of Eliza Toohey (Year 10), Georgia ( Year 9) and Alex (Year 9) Sacred Heart College, Uncle of Vicki Mills (current staff member). Our hearts go out to all the extended family. Mrs Mary van Berkel (94 years) Oma of Gabe van Berkel (Year 7) and Mia van Berkel (Year 9) Sacred Heart College. Mrs Trish Virgona wife of Phil Virgona Old Collegian (1967), mother of Damian Virgona, Susan Virgona and Kelly Virgona. To all the extended family, we extended our deepest sympathy on the passing of Trish. Mr Vu Vo past student (1999 to 2001) Alumni Year 2002. To Vu’s family and friends we extend our deep sympathy. Mr Bruce Walshe past parent, husband of Jenny, father of Steven (1999), Campbell (2001), Blayney Walshe (2008) and 3 daughters who attended Sacred Heart College. Mr John West of Wangaratta (73 years), uncle of Patrick West (Year 11), Carolyn West Sacred Heart College Alumni (2012). Mrs Shirley Whitehead (83 years), grandmother of Jordan Muhor (Year 8), Xavier Muhor (Grade 5) and Amelia Muhor (Grade 2 ) at St Robert’s Primary School. Mrs Mary Wilcox (83 years), mother/mother-in-law of staff member John Wilcox and Susan, grandmother of Nelson (Year 9) and Georgia (Year 12 Sacred Heart College). Mrs Leah Windt grandmother of Charles Windt (Year 8) and Heidi Windt, (Year 10) Clonard College. Mrs Patricia Woodruff mother of Br Kevin Woodruff. (past staff member).

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