A LETTER FROM HEAVEN
"When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not here to see,
If the sun should rise and find your
eyes filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
We didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too.
When tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart."
SOME BROTHERS BURIAL SITES
Centennial Park, Adelaide, SA
Brother Malcolm Hall 1998
Brother Conrad Lynch 2000
Brother Canute Sheehan 2004
Brother Patrick Faulkner 2005
Brother Des Crowe 2009 Provincial
Brother Godric Horgan 2009
Brother Columbanus Pratt 2011
Brother Joachim McGrath 2011
Brother Osmund Redden 2013
Brother Leo Kavanagh 2013
Brother Harold Blay 2014
Brother Leo McVeigh 2014
Brother Austin Stephens 2017
Brother Marius Woulfe 2019
Brother Baylon Preston 2019
- Brother Kevin (Callixtus) Hogan 2020
West Terrace Cemetery, Adelaide , SA
- Brother Honorius AShworth 1937
- Brother John Gonsaga Brown 1937
- Brother Maximus Smythe 1949
- Brother Bernardine Kelly 1957
- Brother Damian Willis 1958 Provincial
- Brother Patrick Clark 1974
- Brother Placidus Redden 1974 Provincial
- Brother Edwin O'Loughlin 1979
- Brother Eric Wighton 1974
- Brother Bartholomew McMillan 1985
- Brother Canisius Smith 1985
- Brother Benildus Howley 1989
Acknowledgement: Terry O'Brien (Drusilla 49)
Karrakatta CEMETERY, PERTH WA
Brother Bernadine Callaghan ........... 31 January 1915
Brother Stanislaus Healy ................. 24 August 1916
Brother Theophane Hill .................... 13 Jamuary 1991
Brother Denis Tankard )Tarcisius) ... 4 July 1994
Brother Raymond (Eymard) .............. 11 February 1996
Brother Domnus Hogan ................... 24 December 1996
Brother Nicholas McBeath .............. 28 March 2001
Brother Francis Hesford (Edmund) ... 15 December 2002
Brother William Hughan (Finan) ...... 10 March 2005
Brother Paul McLaughlin (Bonaventure) 7 May 2005
Brother Nello Facci (David) ............. 16 September, 2019
Brother Richard Spain ...................... 9 December, 2019
BUNBURY CEMETERY, WA
Brother Valentine Flynn .................. 6 Septermber 1958
Brother William Ansley (Viator) ..... 1 January 1986
BROTHERS BORN IN WA AND BURIED ELSEWHERE
Brother Frederic Eddy ................. 23 October 1943 ..... Field of Mars NSW
Edward Jeffery (a Junior) .............. 20 December 1966 ... Greenbushes WA
Brother Albertus Sellenger ........... 25 July 1978 ............ Kilmore Vic
Brother John Norman (Wilbred) ... 15 December 1983 ... Field of Mars NSW
Brother Evan O'Halloran ............ 26 September 1984 ... Kilmore Vic
Brother Angelus McKinley ......... 19 November 1986 ... Field of Mars NSW
Brother Cletus Read (Provinvial) .. 3 August 1995 ......... Santa Teresa NT
Brother Stephen Bugg ................ 14 January 2012 ....... Kilmore Vic
Brother Maurie Bainbridge ......... 18 May 2013 ....... Santa Teresa NT
Born in SA
Brother Red Casey ...................... 12 October 2021 ........ Santa Teresa NT
Acknowledgement: Brother Noel (Jerome) Hickey (Drusilla 53(S)
KILMORE CATHOLIC CEMETERY, VICTORIA
Brother Kevin Agnew ................................ 15 June 2006
Brother Octavius (William) Borell ............ 18 July 2007
Brother Ludovic (Daniel) Bourke ............. 31 Jan 2002
Brother Stephen Bugg ............................... 14 Jan 2012
Brother Ron (Gilbert) Campbell .................. 12 April 2024
Brother Oliver (Denis) Clarke ................... 30 July 2011
Brother Climacus (William) Daly ............. 3 May 1965
Brother Cassius (Brian) Doyle .................. 25 Feb 1971
Brother Eugene Dwyer ............................. 2 Nov 2018
Brother Brendan Hill ................................. 17 Oct 1962
Brother Celian (James) Lee ....................... ?
Brother Celsus (Joseph) Lyons .................. 5 Dec 1972
Brother Romulus (Daniel) Lyons .............. 24 Sept 2002
Brother Geoffrey Marshall ........................ 24 Feb 1999
Brother Berckmans (Edward) McCarthy ... 28 Mar 1966
Brother Daniel Nugent .............................. 30 Sept 1965
Brother Anthony (Tex) O'Brien .................. 28 Nov 2011
Father Timothy O'Callaghan ( Chaplain)....... 27 Nov 1964
Brother Evan O'Halloran ............................ 26 Sept 1984
Brother Raymond O'Regan ......................... 14 Oct 1998
Brother Bede (John) Reidy ......................... 3 Dec 1964
Brother Dacius (James) Reilly ................... 31 Mar 2016
Brother Roger Riordan .............................. 17 Mar 1971
Brother Evin (Maxwell) Roughana ............ 9 Apr 2001
Brother Albertus Sellenger ....................... 25 July 1978
Brother William Venables .......................... 9 Aug 2001
Brother Bertinus Feehan Provincial) .......... 6 Feb 2022
Brother Bruce Nabbs ................................. 18 January 2023
MACEDON CEMETERY, VIC
Brother Nilus Kenny ............................... 1999
Brother David Christian ........................... 2021
Acknowledgement: Terry O'Brien (Drusilla 49)
FORBES CEMETERY, NSW
Br Denis Reilly, RIP, 29 November 1937.
Posted November 2020 from Adelaide News Vol 49 (Br Greg McCrystal - Drusilla 50)
BROTHER CANICE O'DONNELL - RIP
Drusilla 48 - staff
Master of Juniors 1948 till 1954
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In
Loving Memory of
Peter Julian
Alexanderson
23 February 1935 -
26 September 2023
"Together
Forever in Heaven"
Much loved husband,
father, grandfather and great grandfather
One of the original 1948 Juniors at Drusilla.
Acknowledgement: Karen (daughter)
Posted: October 2023
JOHN (JF) KELLY
Death of
(former Marist Brother) John F Kelly - Kilmore
21st June 2023
Dearly loved husband of Meg and father of Geraldine and Dominic
John F. Kelly, who we at Macedon Juniorate knew as J.F., passed away peacefully this morning (21st June, 2023). He was 86. For many years he lived the life of a Marist Brother known as Br Paulinus. He married a Kilmore lady called Meg. His family lived at Kilmore and made a wonderful contribution to Assumption College (as Librarian) and to the local Kilmore Community
John was the brother of (former Marist Brother) Ambrose Kelly, RIP.
John was the main person behind the Marist Juniors Reunions that became well known because all of us who went through the Macedon Juniorate were brothers for life. This stood out at every Reunion which we had on a regular basis. I say this because wives and partners were always welcomed, and they loved hearing Marist stories. Thank you, John, for all the ministry you have done as a Marist Brother and as a Marist lay person. You will always remain with us in spirit as you join so many Marists in Heaven. God bless - Rest in peace.
Funeral 30th June 2023 at Kilmore.
Drusillians who were able to attend funeral:
Les and Bev Jones, Barry and Marg Hansen , Brian Greaves, Frank Green, Ken and Maureen Keating , Br. Gerry Rush, Br Doug Walsh, Maureen Philp and her son David, Br. Ron Campbell and Br. Peter Howes.
Br Doug Walsh (Heidelberg West (VIC) Community.)
Acknowledgements: Br Doug Walsh(Drusilla52), Br Matthew Clarke (Drusilla 67)
Posted: June 2023
BROTHER BRUCE NABBS
Drusilla 54
Brother Bruce James Nabbs (religious name, Gonzaga) died on Tuesday 18th January 2023 at St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne. He was 86 years of age and had been a Marist for 67 years.
A Tribute from Br Doug Walsh (Drusilla 52)
Br Bruce Nabbs (Gonz to many of us) passed away on Tuesday 18th January 2023, It was a privilege for Gerard McNamara and me to be present when he left us. We were members of the same group (Drusilla 52) - as is Br Gregory McCrystal. We stayed with him for a few hours over the last few days in a roster set up by Br Bill McCarthy(Drusilla 52).
He died very peacefully, and we said parts of the rosary and the Hail Mary emphasizing "pray for us now and the hour of our death". We talked to Bruce about many things. His great love of cricket, his wonderful missionary spirit, his work with the Aboriginal people and the way he ran the tuck shop at Santa Teresa. We also told many stories of our Juniorate and Novitiate days at Macedon and the Scholasticate at Drummoyne.
Bruce was a simple person who in his quiet way made us all enjoy life. His students loved him, and he was a joy to have in community. There are many stories of his time in Bendigo where he was always welcome.
After being with him for the Juniorate, Novitiate and Scholasticate, I never was in Community with Bruce and our ministries were so different. I will miss you Bruce. God bless.
Appointments and Ministries
1954 - 1956 Juniorate, Novitiate, Scholasticate Macedon, Drummoyne
1957 Community Camberwell
1958 Community Griffith
1959 Community Alberton
1960 Community Broken Hill
1961 - 1972 Community Bendigo
1973 Community Bulleen
1973 - 1980 Community Griffith
1980 - 1982 Community Leader Griffith
1983 Community Leader Leeton
1984 - 1986 Community Rokera
1987 - 1989 Assistant Community Leader Enga Province
1990 Community Leader Kieta
1991 Community Tenaru
1992 - 1996 Community Leader Tenaru
1997 - 2001 Community Sale
2002 - 2006 Community Vanga Point
2007 - 2013 Community Santa Teresa
2014 - 2016 Community Alice Springs
2017 - 2020 Community North Fitzroy
Assistant Community Leader
FUNERAL: 25TH January, 2023, Kilmore Catholic Cemetery
Acknowledgements: Br Peter Carroll (Provincial of Star of the Sea Province) , Br Doug Walsh(Drusilla 52), and Br Des Howard (Drusilla 63)
Posted: January 2023
BROTHER TONY PATERSON - RIP
Australian Province Archivist
Born: 25th May 1950 - Adelaide SANovitiate: January 1978 - Naenae NZPerpetual Vows: 11th October 1987 -Shepparton, VicDied: 18th September, 2019 - Drummoyne, NSWAged: 69 yearsMarist Life: 42nd year
KEVIN TRAINOR - RIP
Drusilla 65
Married to Mary
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| Kevin Trainor |
BROTHER JOACHIM (Brian) McGRATH - RIP
Drusilla 48
Original Juniorate group
Died in 2011
Brian McGrath
Brian was from Adelaide, and entered Juniorate at Macedon in 1948. Even at Macedon with limited resources he was the altar decorator in the chapel par excellence. This continued to be so when he became a Marist. He and Brother Baylon were inseparable. You had to keep your wits about you when they were around - they enjoyed teasing others (in friendly manner).
Posted (re-entry) May 2022
Original Juniorate group
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| Brian McGrath |
KEVIN KYNE - RIP
Married to Eileen
Drusilla 49
Died 18th October 1974, aged 38 years, as a result of an industrial accident.
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| Kevin Kyne |
Kevin came to Macedon in 1949 from St Pat's College, Sale along with Brian Greaves. Kevin's parent were dairy farmers near Sale. His most clearly remembered feature was his distinctive crop of thick copper red hair. He was a quiet and unassuming character known for his unfailing optimism and enthusiasm and was totally involved in all aspects of life at "Drusilla". He probably got up to less mischief than some of the rest of us. He has a dry sense of humor, and was very down to earth. He was a good mate and we all liked him so much.
In 1950, we (the Juniors) all went to Sale for the Christmas break. We went out to Kevin's family farm to meet his family and help in small way with the hay harvesting.
In December 1951 he went to Mittagong to begin his postulancy at the start of 1952. He decided early that year that he didn't want to pursue the life of a Marist Brother and left before July 2nd. This meant he didn't take the religious habit or name. Unfortunately like many others at that time, Kevin disappeared overnight with no comment or reference made of his departure nor an opportunity to say goodbye. Thank goodness this custom soon passed.
By a strange coincidence in 1954, John Quinlan (also Drusilla 48)did National Service with Kevin at Puckapunyal, Victoria, They were in 14th Batallion. Some years later Brian Greaves (Drusilla 49) met Kevin outside the Cathedral in Sale after Mass, Kevin was then working on an oil rig just off the coast there.
Kevin Died aged 38 as a result of an industrial accident on 18 October 1974, leaving a wife, Eileen, with 5 children aged 14 to one month.
(Editor's note: On 28th February 2011 the following email was received. It is lovely message from his daughter Angela, then aged 44)
" My name is Angela and I am the daughter of Kevin Kyne. I knew my dad once studied to be a Marist Brother, and it was great that a friend emailed me the Drusilla blog address so I have been able to get dates and even a couple of photos. In your profile it says that you were at Macedon the same time as my Dad. I wonder if you can remember him at all and if there is anything you could tell me about him. I was only four when he died and have no memories of him. Anything you could remember would be great."
Posted (re-entry) May 2022
BROTHER NILUS KENNY - RIP
Drusilla 49 - staff
Juniorate - 1949
Novice Master - 1955 till 1964
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| Br Nilus |
NEVILLE McMANUS - RIP
Drusilla 60
Married to Fran
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| Neville McManus |
WILLIAM AMBROSE KELLY - RIP
Drusilla 60
Married to Dorothy
Children: Kathrin and Tom
Brother of John (JF) Kelly (Drusilla 51)
Ambrose was a Marist Brother from 1960 until 1989
Marist communities: Shepparton (65), Bendigo (66), Churchlands (68), Traralgon (71)
Sale (73) - Deputy Principal St Patrick's College
Kilmore (75 - 76) - Principal Assumption College
MountGambier (77)
3rd December 1942 - 17th November 2021
Aged 78 years
Burial 25th November 2021 in Germany
Video of funeral available on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oulnyziOnIU
From Tom Kelly his son: " our beloved father, Ambrose Kelly, passed away at the age of 78. His end was peaceful and painless, surrounded by people who loved him, This (video) recording of his funeral was held in the St Ursula's Church in Oberusel, Germany."
From Graeme Lawler who attended a community Mass followed by tea at North Fitzroy on19th November 2021. (Community Superior Brother John McMahon -Drusilla 64)
Ambrose was dynamic and did a lot for kids through his work with asthma and cystic fibrosiscamps. He had had a stroke about 2010 and dementia in more recent years. He died peacefully as the nurse was turning him over in bed – his wife insisted that they look after him at home.
From John Kelly (Ambrose brother).Indicated that a plaque in honour of Ambrose would be placed in his hometown of Penshurst Victoria.
From Peter WilliamsAmbrose was a trailblazer in many ways. Enthusiastic and imaginative in educationalapproaches. I remember him as always cheerful and positive.
Acknowledgements: Graeme Lawler (Drusilla 66), John Kelly (Drusilla 51), Peter Williams (Drusilla 65) Thomas Kelly (Ambrose's son)
Updated: March 2022
LEO (Br Augustine) HURLEY (RIP)
Drusilla 54
Staff
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| Leo Hurley |
BRIAN FLYNN - RIP
Drusilla 48Original Juniorate Group
Married to Theresa (RIP)
13 November 1933 - 30 September 2021
Aged 88
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| Brian Flynn (Photo 2020) |
Message from Br Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48)
Brian left the Brothers in the late 1960s and had been living in Canada since then.
Brian was Br Kilian.
Br Kevin received this message from him in June 2022
"Just to let you know that I am in hospital badly ill because of three falls. Pain cannot be controlled. Eating is difficult. All in all pretty bad. Please get the prayers going."
He passed away about a week later.
See photo of first group pf Novices that went from Drusilla to Mittagong - under blog heading "Jubilees". Br Kevin is the sole surviving member of this group.
Thank you Brian for your friendship and support over many years.
Acknowledgement: Brother Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48)
Posted: June 2022
KEVIN BODEY - RIP
Drusilla 51
Married to Lynda (RIP)
Died 4th May 2016
BROTHER BERTINUS (Brendan) FEEHAN RIP
3rd December 1922 - 6th February 2022
Aged 99 years
Drusilla 54
Fitzroy North Community
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| Br Bertinus (Brendan) Feehan Marist for 81 years Farewell Bertinus and thank you. |
Summary from the eulogy of the Provincial, Br Peter Carroll.
In 1947 Brendan (Bertinus)at age 25 was appointed Foundation Principal at Northam WA.
Master of Juniors at Macedon 1954 then from 1955 at Wangaratta where he was also Superior of the Community and Principal of Champagnat College.
Hawthorn Director for three years and 9 months at Mt Gambier.
In 1964 he was elected the Fourth Provincial of Melbourne Province 1964 - 1971 then acted as Provincial Secretary for Br Cletus Read finishing in 1974.
For the next 34 years he was a member of the community at Forbes, except for one year at Kilmore.
There are a number of qualities mentioned about Brendan (Bertinus) - kind, sensible, thoughtful, level headed, calm, approachable and warm hearted are some. He certainly had a reputation for hospitality and would warmly welcome visitors. On a daily basis at Fitzroy North, even when he was 98, he would prepare the pre and post dinner refreshments and ensure everyone had what they wanted. Des Howard was his Community leader in latter years and a good friend, saw Brendan (Bertinus) as one who lived the present moment to the full.
On the morning of 6th February Brendan (Bertinus) slipped away, quietly, gently, more suddenly then we expected. We have confidence that he's been welcomed by the loving God who heals, forgives and renews, and is now enjoying His abundant hospitality.
. And Bert’s funeral went without incident – some of the monks were apprehensive that Broken Rites would turn up but no sign. Des Howard read Paul Gilchrist’s eulogy and then added his own. Norelle Feehan painted a very colourful portrait of her uncle. We sang the Salve and Sub Tuum and said a decade of the rosary at the graveside. A much drier day than when Eug Dwyer was planted in 2018.
Acknowledgement : Graeme Lawler (Drusilla 65)
Acknowledgement: Br Peter Carroll, Australian Provincial, Brothers Daily News Vol 1907 6/2/22
Posted February 2022
BROTHER RED (PIUS) CASEY
Drusilla 51
SANTA TERESA COMMUNITY NT
Red was diagnosed with cancer in late July. Specialists in Brisbane advised that it was incurable. Red decided against treatment and opted for palliative care. Despite being far from his beloved Santa Teresa, he settled at Ashgrove and enjoyed the company of the Brothers and the tender care of the staff. Red died peacefully at 8.00pm on 12th October.
Red was born at Subiaco in Perth. In time he became a boarder at St Ildephonsus New Norcia. He entered the Juniorate at Macedon in January 1951, then travelled to Mittagong for his Novitiate. Like so many Brothers of this era Red went from Novitiate to classroom with no delay and no formal teacher training. It was only thirty years later that he completed a Diploma of Teaching.
While Red could appear to be stern, inside he had a softness of heart which endeared him to his students. In 44 years of teaching Red had 22 separate appointments. In 1996 Red was asked to move to Santa Teresa. Here he found stability and a sense of belonging,
In his twenty five years at Santa Teresa he took on a number of roles. He became the bus driver for the community. He looked after the buses and he worked hard to ensure that they were mechanically safe and legal. Red was also the ambulance driver for the community and for several years he regularly had challenging and unpleasant dashes into Alice Springs' hospital. His laid-back style and knock-about personality helped him to roll with the punches and deal with whatever fate had in store. This aided him in his final months as he quietly accepted his illness and prepared for death.
So Red will be laid to rest in the red earth of Santa Teresa on 25th November, next to Brother Cletus (former Provincial Melbourne Province) and Brother Maurie Bainbridge (Drusilla 51) and among the people he admired so much and served so well.
FAREWELL RED and THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES
Julian Casey (no relation) recalls fondly: “Pious he was not, he loved sport, loved company and a few drinks.
In these times of lack of success, he always looked forward to the weekend and holidays which sustained his
rather difficult teaching experiences. He was up to all sorts of tricks... caught shedding his clericals for
overalls in the back lane, going off on a Sunday afternoon and coming back saying, while yawning, that he
had a great sleep. Driving the red truck at Mt Gambier to collect paper and getting waylaid at Harvey
Stafford’s place for a few drinks. Sleeping in at North Fitzroy, telling Ludovic he was feeling “a bit sick”, with
the result that Ludovic insisted he have a dose of Dexsal and stay in bed, when Red had been planning to go to
the football! …While it wasn’t unusual for Brothers to have a few rackets, the difference with Red was that he
seemed to get caught every time…I had great affection for him”.
Paul Gilchrist, one of Red’s favorite card-playing mates, sums up: “In the last chapters of his life, Red
identified himself as one with the indigenous people of Santa Teresa. He was a friend, a brother, and a father figure
to generations across this isolated Catholic community. Over time as they came to know and trust him.
Brother Red became the ‘go-to’ person when people were in trouble, even if it was in the early hours of the
morning. Although he could seem to get somewhat irritated by the calls on his time and energy, Red would
never say no to anyone in need. His going will be a big loss to them and to the Brothers who have lived with
him throughout his long life. Farewell Red, thank you for being there when people needed you. May you rest
in peace
MEMORIAL for Br Red
On 20th November 2021 a Mass was held in Sacred Heart College Chapel, Somerton Park
Celebrant was Father Michael Brennan.
About 40 Brothers and friends gathered in the chapel.
Followed by refreshments in the SHC staff lounge hosted by Steve Byrne, College
Principal, Br Des Howard (Drusilla 63) and Br Joe Hughes (Drusilla 60).
Acknowledgements: Excerpts from a very moving and inspired eulogy by Brother Peter Carroll, Australian Provincial, which included tributes from Br Julian Casey (Drusilla 50) and Br Paul Gilchrist (Drusilla 70) both former Provincials of Melbourne Province, Brother Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48), Brother Julian Quinlan (Mittagong 54)
Posted: November 2021
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JOHN QUINLAN
Drusilla 48
Married to Margaret (RIP)
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| John Quinlan |
Died 17th June 2021 aged 87
Private cremation Benalla Victoria
GRAND DAUGHTER ALEX 'S TRIBUTE
I am writing to let you know my dear Da, John Quinlan went to God on Thursday evening the 17th of June.
He had been in hospital a few weeks treating complications from his Bell's Palsy, a dreadful condition which 'gave him grief' as he would say. He lived a wonderful life and will be over the moon to be reunited with the love of his life once again, Margaret.
He talked often of his fond memories and his time up in Macedon.
Editor'snote {John was one of the original group that began their Juniorate in 1948. The four Juniors in the Intermediate class of that year - John, Terry Gleeson, Geoff Hornsby and Brian Flynn - is now survived by one - Brian Flynn currently living in Canada - Brian wrote * News of John’s death saddens me a lot. Although I have not seen him in Years, I always felt we were in touch. I still have the last letter he wrote to me. Rest well dear John"}
It was wonderful to accompany him to the final reunion, he really enjoyed that night.
Editor's note {Bernadette, John's daughter, attended the Sunshine Coast Reunion in 2007 hosted by Greg and Eleanor Parnham.The final Drusillian Reunion was held in Melbourne in March 2018 attended by Alex, John's granddaughter. John attended 10 of 21 Reunions held.}
He was beyond a terrific grandfather to me, he instilled in me a love of this world and passion for education and being kind and patient with children. Up until his final trips to the supermarket he would still be stopped by his past students, a telling sign of a brilliant and much loved teacher.
I would have liked to phone you Terry, but I can't seem to find Da's address book. Please pass my email along to members of your community.
My Da's wishes were not to have a funeral, he wished to be cremated, with some of his and my Ma's ashes to be scattered in the Benalla gardens, the Gellibrand river and the rest to stay with me.
Sincerely,
Alex Quinlan
FAREWELL JOHN AND THANK YOU
Acknowledgement: Alexandra Quinlan
Posted: June 2021
Death of Br Kevin (Callixtus) Hogan, RIP
- Adelaide Community.
Drusilla 51 and 52 (Staff)
Aged almost 96 years: 28 July 1924 – 9 July 2020
A Marist for 77 years: 1943 - 2020
Funeral arrangements:
Due to Covid-19 restrictions
A private Mass and Funeral service held at Sacred Heart College.
Elliott Funeral Services
Kevin died this morning at 8.00am (Adelaide time) at Flora McDonald Lodge, where he had resided since 2011. He received the Last Rites yesterday from friend Fr George Nader, and attentive care from Staff and Doctors. Greg (Brother Greg McCrystal – Drusilla 50) and Anthony (Brother Anthony) have been generous in sitting with and tending to him. He died peacefully and privately.
Kevin Francis Hogan was born to Thomas and Gladys (nee McDonald) on 28 July 1924 and grew up in Box Hill and Oakleigh. He had two brothers, Ronald (Br Domnus) and Tom who are both deceased. His sister, Peg Williams, one year older than Kevin, lives in Perth.
As a Brother, Kevin lived in a variety of communities across the geographically diverse Melbourne Province - in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Western Australia. He also spent thirteen years in Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. Due to his administrative skills and precision he was often tasked with financial management. He acted as Bursar in communities, and for two years at the Bomana Seminary Port Moresby. For another three years he was Diocesan Accountant in Kiunga (PNG). He was respected and appreciated for this work.
APPOINTMENTS and MINISTRIES
In his 77 years as a Marist, Kevin, had 30 appointments and ministries, 2 opportunities for renewal (France and Auckland (NZ)), with his final residence at Flora McDonald Lodge in Adelaide where he died on 9th July 2020.
- 6 in Western Australia including 8 years at New Norcia
- 8 in Victoria including 2 years at Drusilla where he taught French
- 2 in New South Wales
- 2 in Northern Territory
- 3 in South Australia including Netley for 10 years
- 6 in Papua New Guinea over 8 years including Bursar at Seminary
- 3 in Solomon Islands over 7 years
- Quite an impressive record.
FAREWELL KEVIN AND THANK YOU!
Acknowledgements (with permission): Brother Peter Carroll, Provincial, Brothers Daily News, Volume 1368, through Brother Joe Hughes – Drusilla 60, and Brother Greg McCrystal - Drusilla 50
BROTHER AIDAN SMITH - RIP
Drusilla 50
Born 7 January 1932 at Werribee Victoria - Gerald Patrick Smith.
Attended School at Assumption College, Kilmore
before entering Juniorate at Macedon in 1950.
Received his religious habit at Mittagong in 1951.
Taught for 25 years during which he was Principal of three schools.
Particular interest was in indigenous ministry at Alice Springs, and spent many years on the community at Forbes.
Predeceased by his brother Brother Walter Smith and his other eight siblings.
Died 6th March 2020 - Aged 88 years - Campbelltown NSW
Rest in peace Aidan - and thank you.
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PETER O'BRIEN - RIP
Drusilla 52Married to Jan
28th March 1940 - 22nd March 2020
in his 80th Year (6 days short of his birthday)
Private family cremation at Maitland, NSW 27th March 2020
(Karuah)
in his 80th Year (6 days short of his birthday)
Private family cremation at Maitland, NSW 27th March 2020
(Karuah)
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| Peter John O'Brien (Photo 2011) |
Son of Albert and Laurel
Brother of Terry, Pam, Toni, Simon and Joseph
18 nephews and nieces
6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren
Collins submarine mariner
Specialist consultant for industrial bearings
Enthusiastic 'caravaner' and camper
Connoisseur of fine wines and whiskeys
(including P J O'Brien's home distillery)
Posted March 2020
BROTHER RICHARD SPAIN - RIP
Mittagong 47
1930 - 2019
Churchlands Community
Some reflections from Brother Darren Burge
- his parents James and Elise were the licensees of the Commercial Hotel in Mount Gambier
- early schooling with Mercy sisters then to Marist Brothers College
- went to Mittagong in 1947 to begin his Juniorate
- Richard had a great passion for hospitality and cooking and many have been beneficiaries over the years
- his Friday morning teas for the grounds and maintenance staff at Churchlands were legendary
- one of the special duties he performed for many years and which was close to his heart, was the cooking for the Cystic Fibrosis Association's annual Christmas children's camp at Victor Harbour in South Australia
- he also provided outstanding and generous care to Brother Bill (Finan) Hughan and Brother Frank (Edmund) Hesford at Woodlands in Perth in their final years.
- Richard valued the two renewal breaks he had when he completed the Second Novitiate in Fribourg in 1969 and studied at the National Pastoral Institute in 1979
- we salute this brother of ours who was admired for his positive, engaging and energetic approach to whatever he undertook.
Acknowledgements: Brother Terry Orrell (Drusilla 52), Brother Darren Burge
Posted: December 2019
Editor's Note: Richard followed me as Principal at Bunbury for two years - 1968 and 1969
BR KENNETH JOHN PRESTON RIP
Formerly Brother Baylon
Mittagong 53
1922 - 2019
Died 20th November 2019
Aged 97 years
Oldest Marist in Australian Province.
FUNERAL on Wednesday 27th November 2019
11.00am
Sacred Heart College Chapel, Somerton Park
Followed by internment at Centennial Park Cemetery
What follows is a summary of the beautiful eulogy from Brother Peter Carroll, Provincial of the Australian Province.
- After completing his schooling with the Christian Brothers at Wakefield Street, Adelaide, Ken began work with the PMG (Postmaster General) in 1942.
- On his nineteenth birthday he received his call up papers to join the army, and was in Darwin at the time of the Japanese attacks, and saw active service in Papua New Guinea and in Rabaul. He was discharged from the army in 1946 after serving 1233 days. He was the last remaining Australian Brother who saw service in World War Two.
- In December 1952, at age 31, Baylon began his novitiate at Mittagong, and was referred to by Brother Arcadius as: "He's a late vocation, actually!"
- Unlike many Brothers he had a limited number of appointments: only eight in all: Camberwell, Sale, Forbes, Thebarton, Mt Gambier, Parkes, Forbes, and Netley and of course finally Flora McDonald.
- He was an excellent Primary teacher and Principal: dedicated, thorough, organised and caring.
- In all he spent 44 years in the Diocese of Wilcannia Forbes. In 2010 he was named the Forbes Citizen of the Year in recognition of his 'tireless service" to the community.
- Despite his somewhat gruff demeanour, Baylon was a deeply caring and compassionate man.
- We all know his close friendship with Brian McGrath, Preston and McGrath, the twins, would holiday together across various parts of the country each year. It's fitting that Ken and Brian will now share the same grave in Adelaide.
- Baylon's only remaining sibling\, Shirley (Sr Mary, RSJ) is also a resident at Flora McDonald. Since his arrival there he has visited her daily.
- Baylon was a treasure to us all and will be sadly missed.
Appointments/Ministry
Prior to entry taught at Northam, WA in 1952
1954 ........................ Camberwell ................................. Primary
1955 ........................ Sale ................................. Primary, Bursar
1960 ........................ Forbes .............................. Primary, Bursar
1967 - 1969 ............. Forbes ......................Director and Principal
1970 ........................ Thebarton ...........................Primary, Bursar
1975 ........................ Mount Gambier ...St Paul's Primary School
1977 ........................ Parkes ......................Director and Principal
1983 ........................ Forbes ............................Principal, Primary
1988 ........................ Studies at Hawkstone Hall
1988 - 1998 ............ Forbes ...................................General duties
1998 ....................... Manziana ......................... Third Age course
2012 ....................... Netley ............................................. Retired
2014 ........................ Resident Flora McDonald Lodge, Adelaide
VALE BAYLON, AND THANK YOU!
Reflection from Brian Monro (Drusilla 49)
Thanks Terry for information about Br Baylon's death and funeral. I was with him at Mittagong in 1953 and again in community at Sale 1957 - 1959. Baylon was a great character. Nicknamed Babs, a combination of his religious name and reference to his small stature, he was self-deprecating and humorous about his size, often quoting his army sergeant, "Preston, If you were any smaller I'd use you as a pull-through to clean your rifle".
But he brought a whimsical wit, and strong survival instincts from his considerable life experience before entering the Monks, to the sometimes dysfunctional leadership then at Sale. Compared to Babs , we were babes in our formation.
Mention should also be made that in addition to his many other gifts, Ken was a fine singer. His powerful tenor voice was a delight to hear.
May he rest in peace after a long life well lived.
Editor's Note: My first teaching appointment after completing my novitiate at Mittagong in July 1954, was to Camberwell. Having had no formal teaching training (like many others at that time including Baylon), I was very fortunate to be assigned Baylon's year 2 class. Everything was superbly orgainsed by Baylon which made my first teaching experience a breeze. Thanks from me Baylon
Acknowledgements: Brian Monro (Drusilla 49)
Posted: November 2019
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Drusilla 51 Nello's parents Giacomo and Enrica 1932 - 2019 just days short of 87th birthday 67 years of faithful witness as a Marist, living with a physical handicap from 1962. |
SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF NELLO'S LIFE
{from a tribute by Brother Peter Carroll}
1949 and 1950: student at St Ildephonsus College, New Norcia, WA
1951 Juniorate at Macedon. Vic
1952 and 1953 Novitiate at Mittagong, NSW
1953 till 1960 taught at Northam, Bunbury, Subiaco, Somerton Park, Alberton
1961 at Assumption College, Kilmore -the year that changed his life,
injured while helping to extinguish a blaze in Chemistry laboratory,
resulting in his right leg being amputated below the knee.
1962 returned to teaching at Preston, Vic
1963 appointed foundation Principal at Mitchell Park, SA
!969 till 1986 taught at Subiaco, Griffith and Mount Gambier.
then to Churchlands and Bulleen.
1998 - 2001 one of the highlights of his life,
House Manager at Manziana, house of renewal near Rome Italy.
2002 appointed to Provincial House at Templestowe as Province Archivist.
2013 returned home to Perth and the Churchland's community and his extended family.
2017 Nello was moved to Mercy Care, Wembley where he died on 16th September 2019.
Vale Nello and thank you from your Marist family
Acknowledgments: Brother Greg McCrystal (Drusilla 50), and Brother Peter Carroll, Australian Provincial, Brother Noel Hickey (Drusilla 53)
Re-Posted: December 2019
87 years of age
Mittagong Juniorate 1947
Marist for 69 years
Came from Narrandera NSW.
Many of us will remember Brian when he was a member of the Melbourne Province. He taught at Bendigo, Camberwell, Wangaratta, Forbes, Parkes, Kilmore and Mount Gambier. Brian was possibly the only Brother to have been a member of all three Australian Provinces. He started in Melbourne Province, transferred to Sydney Province, and died a member of the Australian Province.
At the age of forty he was given the opportunity to undertake full time study. This unleashed a continuing desire for academic challenges, climaxing aged 67with PhD in Scripture in 1998.
Acknowledgement: Brother Greg McCrystal (Drusilla 50) - Adelaide Marist News Vol 29, and Brother Peter Carroll (Provincial)
Posted: June 2019
DRUSILLA 69 - staff
Editor's Note
Thank you Des for your support and friendship over the years.
Acknowledgement: Brother John Meehan (Drusilla 50) - funeral booklet.
Posted: June 2019
Mittagong Juniorate 1940
A Marvellous Companion
Great Community man
Teacher par excellence
Accomplished raconteur
Much loved and respected
Rest in peace Marius with Jesus, Mary and Champagnat
The Life of
Editor's note: Thank you Dick for your friendship over more than fifty years.
Acknowledgement: Brother Greg McCrystal (Drusilla 50) - funeral booklet
Posted: June 2019
BROTHER EUGENE DWYER - RIP
Drusilla 54
Died 20th October 2018
Aged 77
Funeral St Patrick's Church, Kilmore, Victoria
Friday 2nd November 2018, 11.00am
Burial Kilmore Catholic Cemetery , 12.30 pm
Followed by refreshments at Fourviere Building, Assumption College
Rest in peace Eugene from all your Drusillian family and thank you.
Sincere sympathies to Eugene's family.
Acknowledgement: Peter Lawler (Drusilla 51) for this information.
Posted: 28th October 2018
JOHN THOMAS HASSETT RIP
(Drusilla 52)
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Married to Val |
John was the Secretary of the Reunion Committee which planned the Final Reunion (formal one that is) in Melbourne in March this year - not that long ago.
John Kelly (/Drusilla 51), Chair of the above Committee, provided the funeral booklet and this summary for us of John's funeral Mass offered at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Deepdene on 11th September 2018. Thanks John.
It was a great farewell in John's parish church with a full house.
Vocalist, Georgia Wilkinson, was a great contributor, beautiful voice.
"The Words of Remembrance" by The Honourable Justice Lex Lasry AM, recently retired from the courts and a friend of John's over many years, delivered an interesting summary of John's life and his contribution to society, his Church, work in the Social Justice area and in the Law Profession and for Refugees. A man of many talents, and a Collingwood
Other Drusillians who were able to attend included:
Remo Bianco
Br Peter Howes
Ken Keating (apology from Maureen)
Br Arthur Maybon
Br Doug Walsh
Those Drisillians who tendered their apology included:
Mike and Pat Doherty
Barry and Marj Hansen
Peter Lawler
Tom and Hilda Lawlor
Vale John,
many thanks for your support to the Drusilla family over many years,
and in particular for your work on the Reunion Committee over very recent years.
Our sincere condolences to Val and her family at this sad time
from all your Drusilla family.
Information and funeral liturgy booklet provided by John Kelly
Posted: September 2018
BR DAVID (HAROLD) BLAY - RIP
Drusilla 58
8th March 1940 - 7th August 2014
8th March 1940 - 7th August 2014
Aged 74 years
Son of Arnold and Dorothy Blay .
His schooling was at Marist Brothers Technical College at Thebarton (SA); Wangaratta Juniorate 3rd February 1955; Macedon Novitiate 2nd January 1958.
A member of the various communities in NSW, Victoria, WA ,SA and Santa Teresa in NT. Was Principal at Parkes (NSW), Broken Hill (NSW), and Santa Teresa (NT) Held the position of Province Community Affairs Bursar from 1996 till 2013.
"We recognise and give thanks for David, a man of integrity, one who was disarmingly honest, a gentle and quiet achiever, a man of dignity and purpose and one who (in the words of Brother Benito a former Superior General), walked lightly but with a sense of urgency - a true Marist whose faithfulness nourishes us all.
We thank our loving God who made himself visible and available to us through our brother David. May his gentle spirit continue to sustain us." {extract from David's funeral eulogy given by Brother Des Howard (Drusilla 63)}
Funeral from Sacred Heart College Chapel, Somerton on 15th August.
Funeral from Sacred Heart College Chapel, Somerton on 15th August.
JOHN WILLIAM RYAN RIP
Drusilla 58
Formerly Brother Henry
Married to Marion
Acknowledgement: Janet Ryan ( Jim's wife)
Posted: September 2018
JAMES IGNATIUS RYAN RIP
Drusilla 63
Married to Janet
32 years a Marist
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Jim was born in West Wyalong NSW and went to Red Bend College, Forbes and worked for a while before joining the Marist Brothers in 1963. Over the years he taught at Parkes, Northam, Subiaco, Mitchell Park, Wangaratta, Bendigo and Kilmore. In 1983 Jim became a member the Marist Retreat team for two years. While Superior at Bendigo in 1991 Jim first met Janet and her five children. He left the Brothers in 1995.
"Despite the joy and intrinsic fulfilment from a life given to others, Jim was deeply torn at this time (1995). He had fallen deeply in love with a wonderful woman (Janet). .... It was a huge, gut-wrenching, brave and courageous decision for Jim to leave the Marist Institute in September 1995. .... On 8 April 1996 Janet became Jim's wife, his lover, his companion, his best friend for the rest of his life, and in recent years his carer. ..... The kids at Carroll College loved him. Jim continued to live the Marist charism .... and played a key role in the retreats for senior students. .... Jim was an outstanding human being."
As an indication of how well respected and dearly loved Jim was, there were three other eulogies presented at Jim's funeral Mass at Moruya NSW on August 20th:
Bernard Ryan - Jim's brother
Michael McMullen - Jim's brother in law
Gabrielle - Jim's niece
And a fourth eulogy by Paul Cullen, a colleague of Jim's from Carroll College, was sent to me by Janet, Jim's wife.
Those from Jim's Novitiate group acknowledged
Vale Jim, and thank you from your Drusillian family.
Our sincere condolences to Janet and the family.
Acknowledgements: Leo Keegan, Br Greg McCrystal, Wolfgang Wilczek, Michael Mitchell.
Posted: August 2018
JOHN 'JACK' KELLY - RIP
Drusilla 51
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| Aged 80 years |
1953 Matriculation Class Macedon
Lasting legacy on young writers in Bendigo, Victoria over 40 years
{see Reflections and News #2 in Drusilla blog}
Funeral at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo on 3rd November 2017
Drusillians who attended: Brother Dough Walsh, Des Tuck, Brother Linus Meehan, Brian Greaves, John and Meg Kelly
Acknowledgement: information from Des Tuck (Drusilla 53) and John (JF) Kelly (Drusilla 51)
Posted October 2017
BROTHER STEPHEN BUGG - RIP
Drusilla 59
Born in the Western Australian goldfields at Wiluna 180 kilometres east of Meekathara. Son of Leonard Charles and Florence Bugg, both deceased. Brother of Philip (Drusilla 56), Neville (RIP), Mary, Ellis and Kathleen.
Raised in Bullfinch near Kalgoorlie and educated at St Ildephonsus College, New Norcia
Steve enetered the Juniorate at Wangaratta February 1957. Then completed his Novitiate at Macedon in 1959 and 1960. He did six months teaching at Bendigo in 1960, before commencing his Scholasticate and University studies at Dundas from 1961 to 1964.
He taught at Forbes and East Brunswick, before being appointed as Principal at the following Colleges: Bulleen (1974 - 1981); Somerton Park (1984 - 1992); and Churchlands (1993 - 2000). A visionary, energetic and student centred school Principal, a passionate leader who worked hard to achieve his vision. A people centred person, who mixed easily and made lasting friends.
During this period he was given the opportunity to do some professional development in Fribourg, Chicago, and Sangre de Cristo.
In 2001 he ventured to East Timor, Madang, and Honiaria until 2008 where he enjoyed the challenges of missionary and formation work.
In 2009 he returned to Templestowe where he was involved in Province work until 2011 when he embraced a new found challenge in chaplaincy work in Prisons and Youth Justice Ministry. He was very enthusiastic about this new ministry for him.
Br Stephen was a man gifted with practical spirituality, a person who knew his own mind and who willingly shared his gifts with others.
Steve died suddenly and unexpectedly on 14 January 2012 in 52nd year of his Religious Life, on the third anniversary of his mother's death in 2009, and during the gathering of the Marists from both Provinces at St Joseph's Hunters Hill.
Requiem Mass at Marcellin College Champagnat Chapel Bulleen: 20 January 2012.
Interred at Kilmore Cemetery.
Editor's Note:
Steve was able to attend a dinner at our reunion in September 2011, and his brother Philip (Drusilla 56) came with us on the coach trip to Kilmore and Macedon.
Acknowledgement: Information provided by John Kelly (Drusilla 51) and a great friend of Steve, Barbara Bretherton.
Posted January 2012
DIARMUID CRANDLES - RIP
Drusilla 49
Married to Bev
Died age 83 years
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| 03/10/1934 - 21/04/2018 |
Diarmuid came to Macedon in 1949 from St Joseph's, East Brunswick and stayed for a couple of years.
He had a great sense of humour and enjoyed spinning yarns, and was a competent footballer and athlete, and in later years enjoyed playing golf.
After leaving Macedon he worked for Austral Wines initially, before joining the Victorian Police Force as a motor cyclist.
He played football with West Preston YCW winning three premierships along with John Quinlan (Drusilla 48) and John's brother Phil. He defeated Phil in a boxing championship at Puckapunyal while doing his National Service training. Around this time (1951), Phil and Diarmuid visited George Crowley (Drusilla 50) at Parkes, NSW.
Diarmund and Bev retired to Mulwala NSW (across the Murray River north of Yarrawonga) where he was happy improving his golf handicap and socializing with his mates.
"To sum up, Diarmuid was good company, a true friend with a wicked sense of humour." (John Quinlan).
Rest in peace Diarmuid. Condolences to your family from your Drusilla family.
Acknowledgement: information and top photo provided by his life long friend John Quinlan.
Posted: May 2018
Drusilla 51
Married to Maureen
Five children Helen, Stephen, Damian, Pauline and Clare
and
ten grandchildren
Brian's family came from Wonthaggi, Victoria. He did his Juniorate training at Macedon from 1951 till 1953, then the Novitiate at Mittagong, NSW 1954 till 1955.
Brian left the Marists from Hawthorn in 1963, stepped into Lisson Grove, Hawthorn with a suitcase of clothes, a cheque for 100 pounds and a $20 note. His feeling of emptiness was indescribable, so he headed home to Wonthaggi.
Brian took up football umpiring to keep fit, continued with this association for 22 years, ending up as an umpires' recruiting officer and observer throughout Victoria.
From 1964 Brian worked in various positions as a clerk, technician, personnel officer and driver for nearly 30 years, including the chauffeur for the Vice Chancellor of Latrobe University.
He married Maureen Mary Murphy in January 1967, and settled into Watsonia and lived there for more than 40 years.
Without Brian's support the Drusillian association and the Macedon Reunions would not have survived as well as they have. Maureen continues to support the Reunions following Brian's death.
Vale Brian and thank you.
{This is a replacement obituary, acknowledgement to Maureen Philp}
Posted November 2017
Drusilla 51
18 December 1937 .... 27 May 2010
Married to Margaret
Six children and eleven grandchildren (April 2018)
Kevin came to Macedon from Bendigo in 1951 aged 14 years. He then did his Novitiate at Mittagong followed by 12 months scholasticate at Drummoyne NSW. This was followed by18 months teaching as a Marist at Brunswick, Warragul and Griffith.
He returned home and started Accountancy at night school and joined Myer Ballarat Pty Ltd in 1959. After a time as Accountant and Company Secretary he spent eight years as Store Manager. In 1976 Kevin and Margaret purchased a Motel in Ballarat which they ran for five years. They then leased the motel, and Kevin spent a number of years as a director of the Agricultural Society and Tourism for the Goldfields area. They returned to the Motel in 1991 and ran it for another eight years then it was sold and Kevin retired in 1999.
Kevin enjoyed playing golf for forty years and with Margaret took up lawn bowls. He got involved in the administration of the Bowls Club.
Kevin and Margaret became regular attenders at the Drusillian Reunions from the first one in 1980 until Kevin's death in 2010. Since then Margaret continued to attend the reunions up to and including the final one in Melbourne in 2018. They have attended 16 of the 21 reunions held.
VALE KEVIN and THANK YOU.
This is a replacement obituary
Posted March 2018
Drusilla 51
Married to Lois
Three children Christopher, Susan, and Joanne and four granddaughters.
Kevin came to Macedon in 1951 from Assumption College, Kilmore where he was a champion athlete.
He left from the Novitiate in Macedon in 1955, and signed up for a career in Banking with the Commonwealth Bank where he served for 39 years. He was a Banker by trade and an Accountant by profession. He retired from banking in 1994.
{ read under Reflections and News #1 "Something about the Marists"}
Kevin and Lois (Dawson) married in 1965.
They enjoyed many wonderful holidays overseas in Europe and America, and also enjoyed immensely many places in Australia they visited.
They were staunch supporters and attendees of the Macedon Reunions, and since Kevin's death Lois has continued her association and attended all subsequent Reunions.
VALE KEVIN and THANK YOU
{This is a replacement obituary, acknowledgement Lois Lane}
Posted November 2017
Joan died peacefully at home on 8th March 2018. The beloved wife of Peter (Drusilla 51) and mother of Gabrielle (Gab), Rebecca (Bec) and Petrina (Trine), and grand mother of seven grand children.
Also sadly missed by her Drusilla 'family' having been with Peter a regular supporter of our association, and attended 11 of our Reunions, some of which Peter was very involved in as a member of the organising committee.
Rest in peace, Joan, and thank you.
Posted: March 2018
BR ANTHONY (TEX) O'BRIEN RIP
Drusilla 54
Son of James and Kathleen O'Brien
Born 6th June 1935 Sydney
Died 28th November 2011 in 58th year of his religious life
Requiem Mass at St Patrick's Church Kilmore.
Anthony came from a family farm near Warren, NSW. He attended boarding school at St Gregory's College, Campbelltown before entering the Juniorate at Mittagong in 1951.
Unlike most of his fellow Marists, Anthony did no teaching in classrooms but found his niche looking after farms (particularly dairies) and grounds maintenance at Wangaratta, Mt Gambier and Macedon.
While at Macedon he was an active member of the Mt Macedon Country Fire Service (CFS). He was there at the time of Ash Wednesday bushfires in 1983 which devastated much of the township of Macedon and some renowned properties in Mt Macedon. Some lives were lost including fire-fighters.
He took great pride in his ability as a metal worker and welder, producing all kinds of interesting items. His nickname of 'Tex' originated from a famous cowboy Tex Morton.
Acknowledgement: Brother Peter Howes (Drusilla 54) supplied information for this replacement obituary notice.
Re-Posted: December 2019
BROTHER AUSTIN STEPHENS RIP
Funeral 16th August 2017
Editor: My personal tribute to Austin
Within a week of leaving the Mittagong Novitiate in 1955, I was teaching my first class at Marcellin College, Camberwell. Like others in my Novitiate group, there was no opportunity for me to do a Scholasticate or subsequently any tertiary study. In 1956 I was appointed to the community at Bendigo. Luckily Austin was also in that community and along with Brother John Hopgood (de Montfort) he saw to it that we commenced our teacher training by correspondence towards Teacher Registration with the Victorian Council of Public Education. After I left Bendigo at the end of 1957, I don't remember doing any further 'study' towards this Registration. It wasn't until 15 years later in 1972 when I was teaching at Mount Gambier (my last full year as a Marist), that Austin came to rescue this situation when he was the Province Coordinator of Schools. Finally ..... after 18 years of teaching I received personally from Austin at Mount Gambier my certificate of Registration as a Teacher dated 5 April 1972, Registration Number 31466. I was overjoyed and forever grateful to Austin for this. It also says something about Austin's tenacity and perseverance. Having instigated this course of action for me in 1956 he brought it to a happy conclusion in 1972.
Rest in peace Austin and thank you.
Acknowledgements: Brother John McMahon (Drusilla 64) .... eulogy; Brother Greg McCrystal (Drusilla 50) .... funeral booklet
Posted August 2017
GREG O'REGAN RIP
Formerly Brother Placid
MITTAGONG 49
Married to Val
passed away 30th November 2016
Greg went to St Vincent's Boys Home, Westmead before going to the Juniorate at Mittagong.
He was in the same LC class at Dominic Stuart and Xavier Collins,
and same Novitiate group as the first group of novices from Macedon in 1951.
There was no Scholasticate in 1952 as Drummoyne was being built,
so all the graduate Novices of that year went straight into schools.
Greg taught for a number of years before leaving the Brothers, and worked in Canberra.
He had the honour of becoming Malcolm Fraser's private secretary for most of the time he was Prime Minister.
Greg was a registered follower of the Drusilla blog and contributed regularly to it.
We are very grateful to Greg for this.
Rest in Peace Greg, and thank you.
Acknowledgement: Brother Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48)
Posted: January 2016
BR LAURENCE TOOHEY RIP
Drusilla 58
Died at Molloy House, Campbelltown on 5th August 2016
Was born in Eugowra, NSW and attended Red Bend College, Forbes.
Spent most of his ministry years in regional and rural settings: Northam, Griffith, Leeton, Broken Hill, Kilmore, and more recently at Santa Teresa Mission and Thursday Island.
Funeral Arrangements for Laurie.
Friday 12 August, 2016
Funeral Mass: Chapel of the Annunciation, Campbelltown at 10.30am
Burial Service: Marist Brothers' Cemetery, Mittagong at 1.30pm
Thank you Laurie, and rest in peace.
Acknowledgements: Br Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48) and Br Peter Carroll (Provincial)
Posted: August 2016
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| Brother Thomas Maher |
Acknowledgement: Br Michael Herry (Drusilla 63 ) for this information about Eugene.
This is what the Lord asks of you,
only this,
to act justly,
to love tenderly,
and to walk humbly with your God. (Michah 6:8)
Vale Mary and thank you sincerely.
Funeral 5th February, 2019
Tom was born in Pakenham, VIC and lived and worked across the breadth of the Melbourne Province.
He recently celebrated 70 years as a Marist Brother (July 2016).
He was the final Marist Principal of St Ildephonsus College, New Norcia.
One of the great 'warriors' for the Marist cause, and faithful follower of St Marcellin Champagnat.
Funeral arrangements for Brother Tom.
Thursday, 28th July 2016
Funeral Mass: Marcellin College Chapel, Buleen ..... 11.00am
Burial Service: Kilmore Catholic Cemetery ...... 2.30pm
Vale and now rest in Peace, Tom.
Acknowledgements: Brother Peter Carroll (Provincial) and Brother Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48)
Posted: July 2016
Posted: July 2016
Drusilla 54
Tony attended Assumption College, Kilmore at the same time as Brother Jack Skehan (Drusilla 58) who reports that he was a fine athlete, as were his older brothers Peter and Barry who held records at ACK that were never broken. Tony moved from Macedon to Champagnat College,Wangaratta when it became the Juniorate for the Melbourne Province in 1955.
Tony married Jeanette, and their two children are Glenn and Russell. He studied law at University but for health reasons was unable to complete the degree. He worked for a law firm in Melbourne
Died aged 78
Funeral held on Thursday 30th June at Heritage Funeral Home, Wantirna
Rest in peace, Tony, and thank you.
Acknowlegments: Brother Gerry Rush (Drusilla 52), Brother Jack Skehan (Drusilla 58), and Graeme Lawler (Drusilla 66)
Posted: July 2016
Posted: July 2016
RON HARDING RIP
Drusilla 48
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| Ron Harding as a Junior |
Ron was one of the original 11 Juniors of Macedon when it commenced in January 1948.
He went to school as a day boy at Assumption, was in the same class as Br Kevin Hoare, and Ron's father was the local policeman at Kilmore.
He was always a keen 'axeman'. At Macedon he used to keep his axe under his bed. Later on he became a professional axeman, and won competitions round Victoria.
In recent years he was a resident at Rangeview Nursing Home.
Deceased 10 June 2016 aged 81 years at Wangaratta
Rest in peace, Ron, and thank you.
Acknowledgements: John Quinlan (Drusilla 48), Br Kevin Hoare (Drusilla 48), Peter Lawler (Drusilla 51) and reference to Ryerson Index
Posted: July 2016
Posted: July 2016
EUGENE LOCK RIP
Formerly Brother Eugene
Drusilla 68
Drusilla 68
Married to Leonie
"Calm and peaceful
he is sleeping,
Sweetest rest that
follows pain,
We who love him
sadly miss him,
But trust in God
to meet again."
Funeral 28th April at Saint Paul's Catholic Church, Coburg, Melbourne.
Burial at Northern Memorial Park (north of Fawkner Cemetery).
[posted April 2016]
BERNARD SCOTT RIP
Formerly Brother Edmundus Roger
17th December 1933-7th December 2014
Aged 80 years
Mittagong 47
Drusilla 49
Married to Frances
Acknowledgements to the following contributors: Br Des Hornsby, Br Basil Hoare, Greg O'Regan, Brian Monro, and John Kelly.
Drusilla 51
BROTHER LEO KAVANAGH RIP
Born 11th March 1938
FATHER BILL GROGAN RIP
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| Bernard Scott
Bernard came from Bendigo and was a brother of Vincent who died earlier this year (see below).
He entered the Juniorate at Mittagong in 1947, and was a member of 1950 LC class. He made his first vows on 2nd July 1952. He taught in several Marist schools (Parkes, Broken Hill and others) before leaving the Marists. Then he worked at farming and further teaching until his retirement.
Bernard married Anne, and they have a daughter Ursula and two sons Robert and Timothy. The funeral service was held at St Luke's Church, Blackburn South .
Philip Anthony (Drusilla 54) wrote this about Bernard: I used to see Scotty occasionally at Science teacher's meetings. {information courtesy Greg O'Regan (Canberra) - Mittagong 49} [posted December 2014] |
VINCENT EDWARD SCOTT RIP
Drusilla 49
Married to Frances
14th November 1935 - 4th June 2014
Aged 78 years
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| Vin in favourite surroundings. |
Vin was born in Bendigo on 14th November, 1935.
He was at the Macedon Juniorate (Drusilla) from 1949 till 1952.
He was married to Frances in April 1959.
Vin worked at a bakery and became the manager of the Castlemaine Branch.
He was keen on fishing and outback travel, and crossed the Simpson Desert twice.
Vin's funeral liturgy was held at St Kilian's Catholic Church in Bendigo on 12th June, and the interrment took place at the Bendigo Monumental Cemetery.
These Marist Brothers were present at his funeral: Brothers John Maybon, John Meehan, Gerry Rush, Kevin Hoare, John Skehan, Gerard McNamara, Des Hornsby and Doug Walsh. Along with the following confreres from Drusilla: Mike Doherty and Pat, Peter Lawler and Joan, Jack Kelly, Ken Keating and Maureen, John Kelly and Meg, Brian Greaves, John Quinlan, Kevin Bodey. Apology from: Frank Green and Terry O'Brien.
Brian Monro (Drusilla 49) recalls: "The death of Vin Scott had me thinking back to that day in January 1949, when Vin, Bernie O'Connell and I boarded the midday train at Bendigo and travelled to Macedon railway station. From there we were taken all apprehensive and sitting in the back of the Marist Brothers' utility to the Juniorate into an unknown future. That evening we were gathered for mutual support at the one table in the refectory. Br Canice with admirable appreciation of our needs split us up for seating with other Juniors. And so began our Marist life".
These Marist Brothers were present at his funeral: Brothers John Maybon, John Meehan, Gerry Rush, Kevin Hoare, John Skehan, Gerard McNamara, Des Hornsby and Doug Walsh. Along with the following confreres from Drusilla: Mike Doherty and Pat, Peter Lawler and Joan, Jack Kelly, Ken Keating and Maureen, John Kelly and Meg, Brian Greaves, John Quinlan, Kevin Bodey. Apology from: Frank Green and Terry O'Brien.
Brian Monro (Drusilla 49) recalls: "The death of Vin Scott had me thinking back to that day in January 1949, when Vin, Bernie O'Connell and I boarded the midday train at Bendigo and travelled to Macedon railway station. From there we were taken all apprehensive and sitting in the back of the Marist Brothers' utility to the Juniorate into an unknown future. That evening we were gathered for mutual support at the one table in the refectory. Br Canice with admirable appreciation of our needs split us up for seating with other Juniors. And so began our Marist life".
Acknowledgements to the following contributors: Br Des Hornsby, Br Basil Hoare, Greg O'Regan, Brian Monro, and John Kelly.
Posted : 17th June 2014
BR MAURIE BAMBRIDGE RIP
Drusilla 51
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| Kenneth Leslie Bambridge |
Born 2nd November 1935
Died 18th May 2013
Aged 77
60 years a Marist in July 2013
Maurie, from Adelaide in South Australia, was christened Kenneth Leslie Bambridge by his parents Leslie and Kathleen. He died at the Alice Springs Hospital on Saturday evening 18th May 2013. Had been in nursing home care since 2010 prior to that.
Maurie was like the wandering minstral having taught in 12 different Marist schools, twice at Bendigo and Broken Hill where he was the Superior from May 1973 to 1975. But his very favourite spot would have to be Alice Springs. He first went there in 1979 where he did studies relating Aboriginal Apostolate. After a Second Novitiate in Fribourg in 1982, and being a member of the Marist Retreat Team from 1985 to 1987, and doing Social Welfare work from Fitzroy for three years, he eventually returned to Alice Springs in 1995. There he became involved in Aboriginal Yourth Work, the Library, bus driving etc until his retirement in 2010. After what seems a life long battle with diabetics and its inevitable side effects, he moved to 'Old Timers' Retirement Village in Alice Springs where he was well looked after by the attentive staff there until his death.
Maurie was like the wandering minstral having taught in 12 different Marist schools, twice at Bendigo and Broken Hill where he was the Superior from May 1973 to 1975. But his very favourite spot would have to be Alice Springs. He first went there in 1979 where he did studies relating Aboriginal Apostolate. After a Second Novitiate in Fribourg in 1982, and being a member of the Marist Retreat Team from 1985 to 1987, and doing Social Welfare work from Fitzroy for three years, he eventually returned to Alice Springs in 1995. There he became involved in Aboriginal Yourth Work, the Library, bus driving etc until his retirement in 2010. After what seems a life long battle with diabetics and its inevitable side effects, he moved to 'Old Timers' Retirement Village in Alice Springs where he was well looked after by the attentive staff there until his death.
Maurie was a regular attendee at our Macedon Reunions, and when he could not attend because of his inability to travel was always an apology. His last attendance was at Mittagong Reunion in 2010 . He is fondly remembered by all his Drusilla confreres, and was always leading in the singing of those Macedon favourites we learnt in 1950s. "Polly Perkins" was one on his favourites.
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| Leading the chorus: Brian Greaves, Mike Doherty, Br Maurie (RIP), Brian Philp (RIP) - Mittagong 2010 |
Maurie's funeral was held on Friday 24th May 2013. The Liturgy was held at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish church Alice Springs, where the chief Celebrant was Bishop Eugene Hurley with five priests from Alice Springs and Santa Teresa. Then followed the internment at Santa Teresa Mission after a traditional aboriginal smoking ceremony of the coffin. He is buried adjacent to Brother Cletus Reed. Besides the local Marist communities from Alice Springs and Santa Teresa, Br Des Howard (Drusilla 63) and Br Rod Thomson along with the Australian Provincial Br Jeff Crowe, Br Limbrado (Columbia) and Brother Michael Green attended Maurie's requiem as did Cathy Ward (his niece).
{photo and information provided by Br David Blay, Br Michael Green and Br Des Howard}
[posted June 2013]
BR AUSTIN (OSMUND) REDDEN RIP
Drusilla 53 (Staff)
Born 7th July 1926
Died 25th April 2013
Aged 86
A Marist Brother for 68 years
One of nature's gentlemen:
- always keen to serve the needs of others
- a thoroughly prepared and organised teacher
- a Principal who enjoyed overseeing good teaching and learning
- one who never forgot to write for a special occasion
- a well respected and loved teacher at Macedon 1953 and 1954
- a regular supporter of Macedon Reunions with his attendance and his letters to those gathered
- a man of regular prayer
At the Sacred Heart College Chapel, Somerton on 30th April 2013, the Mass of thanksgiving for Br Austin (Osmund's) life was celebrated. Chief celebrant was Monsignor Rob Egar assisted by Fathers George Nader and Sean McGirty with his Marist Brother colleagues, family and friends.
A good representation of confreres from Macedon Juniorate and Novitiate days (1948 till 1976) were present including the following: Brian Fitzgerald (Drusilla 50), Br Greg McCrystal (50), Mike Doherty (51), Terry O'Brien (49), Wolfgang Wilczek (63), Br Doug Walsh (52), Br Peter Howes (54), Br Eugene Dwyer (54), Br Jack Skehan (58), Br Justin Guthrie (60), Br Ambrose Reilly (54), Br Des Howard (63), Br Tony Caddy (70), Br David Christian (62), Br Patrick McInerney (56), Br Ken Preston (Mittagong 53), Br John Furlong (67) and Br David Blay (58). There were apologies from Archbishop Faulkner, Peter Williams (65), John Emery (51) and John Kelly (51).
The burial took place in the Marist Brothers' section of Centennial Park Cemetery.
Light refreshments were provided at Paringa Hall parlour of Sacred Heart College after the internment.
All those associated with Osmund at Macedon had the highest regard for him. He was an example to us all of a dedicated Marist Brother. Much loved by all who knew him. Thank you Osmund.
Ken Rolls (Drusilla 53) knew Osmund at Forbes around 1950's. He recalls that Fred Schepsi (Drusilla 53) a well respected Australian film producer of 'Devil's Playground' reknown saying: Brother Osmund was the Brother for whom he had the greatest respect. Ken also added this quotation from Shakespeare (Osmund was our English teacher in those days).
[posted May 2013]
BROTHER LEO KAVANAGH RIP
Drusilla 52
{photo courtesy Br Des Hornsby (Drusilla 69)
Born 11th March 1938
Died 3rd March 2013
Brother Leo died suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday 3rd March 2013 at Netley, having just returned from a conference of Superiors at Mittagong. He was just a few days short of his 75th birthday, and was a faithful Marist Brother for 57 years.
He attended school at Sacred Heart College before entering the Juniorate at Macedon in 1952.
He taught in four states: WA, Victoria, NSW, and SA; was Principal at Mitchell Park from 1972 till 1980 and at Traralgon from 1982 till 1988; and after studies in Gerontology in Boston USA, became Aged Care Coordinator from 1993 till 2013 - first at Bulleen, then at Netley. He was a dedicated carer of the aged Brothers, and a soul of kindness to all he met.
The funeral was held on Friday 8th March with a thanksgiving liturgy at Sacred Heart College Chapel and the interment in the Marist Brothers' section of the Centennial Park Cemetery, Pasadena, SA. Light refreshments followed back at SHC in the parlour of Paringa Hall. The eulogy was given by Brother Tony Caddy, and the homily by Father Bob Wilkinson. The chief celebrant at the litury was Father George Nader, assisted by Archbishop Leonard Faulkner, Father Phil Alstin, Mons Rob Egar and Father Joseph Lee.
[posted March 2013]
FATHER BILL GROGAN RIP
BROTHER DONALD
Born June 8 1921, Preston, Melbourne, Victoria
Died March 11 2012, Ballarat, Victoria
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William Edward Grogan entered Marist Brothers' Novitiate at Mittagong in 1941. Brother Donald was a Marist Brother of the Melbourne Province for 35 years. In that time (1959) he was appointed Provincial of the Province, and from 1965 till 1973 (9 years) was the Master of Novices at 'Drusilla' Macedon. He would therefore have had much influence on those who were novices during this time. He was also Principal at Broken Hill and Forbes.
After Macedon, he was granted leave to study for the priesthood and formally left the Brothers in 1978. He was ordained at Sacred Heart Church, Preston on June 22, 1979.
Father Bill Grogan died at Nazareth House, Ballarat on March 11, 2012 aged 90 years. Pontifical concelebrated Requiem Mass was celebrated at the Founding of the Holy Cross Church, Moyhu on Friday 16, 2012. The principal celebrant was Most Reverend Leslie Tomlinson DD, the new Bishop of Sandhurst.
The following Marists were present at Father Bill's funeral: Br Brendan Feehan (Drusilla 54), Br Tony Paterson, Br John Skehan (Drusilla 58), Br Justin Guthrie (Drusilla 60), and Br Peter Bourke (Drusilla 63).
Acknowledgement: Information provided by Br Gerry Rush (Drusilla 52 and
Posted March 2012
Acknowledgement: Information provided by Br Gerry Rush (Drusilla 52 and
Posted March 2012
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| Husband John Emery (Drusilla 51) Four children: Margaret, Kathy, Daniel and Michael Grandchildren: Jahan, Lachlan, Owen and Adele Mother-in-law: Jane and Marie Renowned scholar and educator A life well lived and cherished by all. |
only this,
to act justly,
to love tenderly,
and to walk humbly with your God. (Michah 6:8)
Editor: My Personal Tribute
Mary was a most dear friend and colleague. We worked together in 1980s in the Catholic Secondary Schools' Deputy Principals Association. I cherish the years we spent at the Adelaide Archdiocese Catholic Education Office, firstly in the Religious Education section, then in the Building and Planning section. Mary became the Chair of the Capital Grants Allocation Committee of which I was CEO. We have lost a priceless treasure, and a woman highly respected by all those whose paths she crossed during her sojourn with us.
(Terry O'Brien Drusilla 49)
Vale Mary and thank you sincerely.
{This is a replacement obituary}
Posted December 2018
A LETTER FROM HEAVEN
"When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not here to see,
If the sun should rise and find your
eyes filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
We didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too.
When tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart."
In memory of TRAVIS IAN McLEOD
10.10.1979 - 19.1.2019
Your infectious smile, unique personality and loving nature to all
will be remembered always, Travis.
Rest in peace now.
Editor's note.
Travis was a great mate of my youngest son Timothy.
He was a groomsman at his wedding on 30th December 2019.
Tragically died less than a month after the wedding.
200 Miles For Travis - a run for mental health.
Starting on October 7th
2020 I will be running the Lavender Federation Trail from Murray Bridge to
Clare in one continuous effort.
The goal is to complete
the 200 mile trail (325 kilometres - the equivalent of nearly 8 marathons) in just over 3 days on October 10th, which
is the birthday of my great friend Travis. We lost Travis to suicide in early
2019.
Charities supported are
Anglicare SA and Beyond Blue. Please give generously if you can and reach out
for help if you need it.
Thank you to our major
sponsor City Shelving.
Tim O’Brien...
Heather and Murray McLeod - Travis's parents:
"Our Hearts are shattered, our grief immense however we have so many feelings such sadness and disbelief at the loss of Travis, we are not alone.
Thank you Tim from the bottom of our hearts for this amazing journey you are undertaking.
Your mate Travis would be so very proud of you.
Our love is with you all the way."
Editor's note.
"200 Miles for Travis" was completed on 11th October and raised in excess of $11,000 for the two charities.
Well done Tim, and thanks to all the support team during the run from Murray Bridge to Clare.
Posted: 8th February 2019 and 13th October 2020
