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Old Collegians
Where are they now – Peter Connell (SPC 1962-69, PY1970)
We recently reconnected with Old Collegian Peter Connell (SPC 1962-69, PY1970), who has kindly permitted the College to share his story, which was published in a reunion book produced by the Class of 1970 earlier this year. The cohort was due to celebrate their 50-Year Reunion at the College, however their celebrations have been sadly…
Tristan McArthur (SPC 2000-01, PY2005)
We are saddened to learn of the tragic passing of young Old Collegian Tristan McArthur (SPC 2000-01, PY2005) who suffered a heart attack on August 27, 2021. We extend our deepest condolences to Tristan’s parents Leah and Barry and brothers Shaun (SPC 1997-2000, PY2002), Ashley (SPC 1998-2001, PY2003) and Ben and their families. We also…
Ray Vincent Dignan (SPC 1951-54, PY1955)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Ray Vincent Dignan (SPC 1951-54, PY1955) who passed away recently. Ray’s funeral mass was celebrated by Fr Greg Morgan at the Charles Borromeo Church, in Ryde, Sydney on September 1, 2021. He is survived by Elaine, Phillip, Gerard and Anthony and their families. Ray, a boarder…
Br George V Frances (former staff)
We extend our deepest condolences to the family of former Christian Brother George V Frances, who taught at SPC during the late 1960s. George passed away on August 14, 2021 aged 92 years and is survived by his wife Louise and her seven children and their 13 grandchildren. Br Frances joined the teaching staff at…
Laurie Larmer (SPC 1935-40) shares his stories
We recently reconnected with Laurie Larmer OAM (SPC 1935-40) who shared some of his stories in a book, which was put together earlier this year by members of the Class of 1970 who are celebrating their 50-year reunion milestone this year. Their Reunion Book recognises some of the College’s major identities, stories of the times…
Where are they now – Br Jim Ward (SPC 1945-47, PY1948)
We recently reconnected with Br Jim Ward (SPC 1945-47, PY1948), who was more commonly known to many as ‘Ben’ Ward (after his brother Ben who was there before him). Br Ward celebrated his 90th birthday earlier this month and has fond memories of his time at SPC, which we thank him for sharing with us…
Where are they now – Anthony Pearce (SPC 1988-93)
The College recently reconnected with Anthony Pearce (SPC 1988-93) who loved his time in the cadets at SPC, helping to nurture his interests and passions, and he is now Commander of Fire Rescue Victoria. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? After school I completed an Advanced Certificate in Fire Technology. I became…
Congratulations to Monsignor Frank Hickey
Congratulations to much-loved Monsignor Francis (Frank) Hickey (SPC 1942-43) who celebrated 70 years of priesthood recently. Monsignor Hickey was ordained as a priest on July 22, 1951 and retired at the age of 75 from full time ministry. The 95-year-old has reportedly lived in Nagambie for 20 years and has been a well-known figure at…
Kyle James Graham (SPC 1979-80, PY1981)
Old Collegian Kyle James Graham (SPC 1979-80, PY1981) sadly passed away, aged 57 years, on August 2, 2021. We extend our deepest sympathy to Kyle’s partner Pam Holman, his daughters Maggie and Lucy, siblings Terryce, Camille and Melissa and father Jim. Kyle was a day student who attended SPC between Form 10 and Form 11…
Br Ian Roberton (former staff)
We have been notified that Br Ian Roberton sadly passed away on July 23, 2021. Br Roberton was a member of staff at St Patrick’s College between 1992 and 1995. Br Roberton arrived at SPC as the Director of Boarding and Kenny Housemaster, he also was a member of the College Board and provided pastoral care…