St Pat’s News
Paul Gross (1976-80, PY1981)
We are saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Old Collegian Paul Gross (1976-80, PY1981) who died on June 11, 2020 from a heart attack. Paul was a boarder from Horsham and was involved in the St Vincent de Paul Society and played badminton with the College. We extend our condolences to his mother…
Peter McDonald (SPC 1962-64 and former staff member)
The College extends its deepest condolences to the family of Peter McDonald (SPC 1962-64 and former staff member) passed away peacefully on June 12, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Cath and cherished father of David, James, Ruth (dec) and Beth and a “funny Pa” to nine much-loved grandchildren….
Barry Nunn (SPC 1956-62)
We are saddened to hear that Old Collegian and retired teacher Barry Nunn (SPC 1956-62) passed away peacefully on May 12, 2020 aged 75 years. He was the son of Eileen and Ernie (both dec) and brother of Brian (dec), Des (dec), Margaret, Eulalie (dec) and Brenda. He was remembered by the staff and students…
David Michael (Mick) Darman (SPC 1980-85)
We extend our condolences to the family on the passing of Old Collegian David Michael (Mick) Darman (SPC 1980-85). Known as Mick to those who knew him, he was the loving son of Ivan (dec) and Maud and brother of Dominic (SPC 1978-83) , Alain (SPC 1981-84, PY1986) and Gerard (SPC 1987-90). Also known as…
Doug Murphy (SPC 1950-51, PY1952)
We were notified in late 2020 that Old Collegian Doug Murphy (SPC 1950-51, PY1952) had died. Doug was a boarder from Echuca and completed his Leaving Certificate. He was a member of the Galvin House Oval premiership team in 1951. Doug lived in Benalla and is survived by his wife Elaine.
John Tenison-Woods (SPC 1962-64)
We extend our sympathy to Glenys and son James on the passing of their husband and father, John Tenison-Woods (SPC 1962-64) on January 3, 2020, aged 74 years. John was a boarder from East Brighton and completed his matriculation in 1964. During his time at St Patrick’s, John played footy for Nunan House in the…
2021 Mental Health Care and Remote Learning
Mental Health Care and Remote Learning You are not alone. The St Patrick’s College Counselling Team would like you to know that our services are still being offered with access to online communication and counselling sessions for any student who needs support. If students, or their parents/carers have any questions or wellbeing concerns, please contact…
Brian Joseph Hetherington (SPC 1946-48)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Joseph Hetherington (SPC 1946-48). Brian passed away on July 9, 2020 and a Requiem Mass was held at St Andrew’s Catholic Church in Malabar, NSW on July 17. Brian was a boarder from Deniliquin, New South Wales and was active in athletics, crowned…
Warren McGenniss (SPC 1948-57, PY1958)
The College extends its deepest condolences to the family of Old Collegian Warren McGenniss (SPC 1948-57, PY1958) who passed away peacefully on his 58th wedding anniversary on July 7, 2020 aged 79 years. He was a much-loved husband to wife Valerie, a devoted father to his three children Sandra, Stephen and David and a very…
Peter Hackwill (SPC 1945-52)
We were notified of the passing of former day student Peter Hackwill (SPC 1945-52) in Canberra on July 14, 2020 aged 84 years, by Peter’s niece Leah Monaghan. Peter attended St Patrick’s College in the late 40s and early 50s along with his brothers Gavan (SPC 1945-51) (dec), Brendon (SPC 1953-54, PY1956) (dec) and Harry…