Issue 5 SJC News 2021

St Joseph's remembers: 

Timothy Parry (44 Years) Son of Gerard (staff member) and Janine Parry. Loved brother and brother in law of Eleanore, Matthew, Andrew, Bruna. Devoted father of Alysha, Patrick and James.

Len Alford (85 Years) We were saddened to hear of the death of long serving College volunteer Len Alford. For over 20 years Len assisted our Football and Cricket teams in a variety of roles and, while very ill, was still operating the scoreboard at cricket matches until a couple of weeks ago. A remarkably generous and humble man who gave us so much and asked for nothing in return, he will be sadly missed.

Richard Schmeiszl (SJOC 1961) The College was saddened to hear about the passing of Old Collegian Richard Schmeiszl at Moorabbin hospital after a long battle with Cancer.

Richard was a boarder at St Joseph’s from 1960-61, is a St Joseph’s College Foundation and McNeil Society member. On the advice of several teachers, Richard pursued a career in Journalism, one which lead to 46 years working around the world and included many notable interviews, a highlight being an interview with Mother Teresa.

Richard won 21 journalism awards including the coveted Walkley and Quill. Not bad for a student who was warned about his future by Br Rahill.

Richard always attended the College for reunions, visiting 3 – 4 times a year when in Geelong. He was always happy to share the colourful stories of his time here at St Joseph’s and we will miss hearing them.

Beloved Husband of Jane, Loving father of Kate and William. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord
May perpetual light shine upon him
May he rest in peace
Amen