Trent University Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Alumni Ann Farquharson '76

Ann Farquharson, a 2018 Spirit of Trent Award recipient, is remembered for her leadership, volunteerism, and advocacy that strengthened Trent University and Peterborough community

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Alumnus Dr. Tim Cook ’90

Dr. Tim Cook, a 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, is remembered for his scholarship, service, and storytelling that helped shape Canada’s understanding of its past

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Romas Vastokas

Dr. Vastokas was a pioneer of Trent’s Anthropology department

Trent University Mourns the Passing of David Christopher ‘Chris’ Leach ‘70 

Chris Leach is widely considered a ‘founding father’ of the rowing community in Peterborough.  

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Trent Employee Sandi Carr

Sandi Carr was a dedicated staff member whose commitment to Trent supported generations of students and scholars over two decades of service

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Professor Emeritus David Page

Dr. Page was a respected educator and leader whose dedication to Trent spanned nearly four decades

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Kathleen Easson ’78

Kathleen was a passionate Trent supporter whose career as an administrative assistant at Alumni House spanned more than two decades

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Sarah Keefer

Dr. Keefer was a professor emeritus in the English Literature department for over three decades

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Former Board Member Michael Gough

Michael Gough served on Trent’s Board of Governors for six consecutive years

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Denis Smith

Dr. Smith was a professor emeritus in the Political Sciences department and former principal of Champlain College

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Dr. Raymond March

Professor emeritus in the department of Chemistry, Dr. March was a world-renowned researcher in mass spectrometry

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Jean Murray Cole ’04 (hon)

Dr. Cole received a Trent honorary degree as a celebrated historian, writer, and community leader

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Visionary Conservationist Dr. Ronald Reid ’20 (hon)

Dr. Reid worked with the province to protect millions of acres of Ontario land, founded the Couchiching Conservancy, and championed the Conservation Land Act

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Keith Oldham

Dr. Oldham worked in the Chemistry Department for over 20 years

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Dr. Jon Grant ’91 (hon) OC

Past Trent Board Chair, governor emeritus, honorary degree recipient, philanthropist, esteemed businessman, and environmentalist will be remembered for his leadership at the University and in the community

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Student Cha’Bria Young

The University community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Cha’Bria Young, a dedicated student and valued member of both the Peterborough and Durham campus communities

Trent University Mourns the passing of James Tomlinson

Jim dedicated 30 years as an electronics technician before his retirement

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Alumnus John Horgan ’79

John Horgan, a 2024 TUAA Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, remembered as longtime B.C. premier, leader of B.C. NDP, and Canadian ambassador to Germany

Trent University Joins the Nation in Mourning Senator Murray Sinclair

Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, former senator and champion of Indigenous rights

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus David Kettler

Dr. Kettler worked at Trent for more than three decades

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Barbara Hedges

Barbara dedicated 26 years of service to Trent University across multiple departments.

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus George Nader

Dr. Nader was a professor emeritus in the School of Environment and former principal of Peter Robinson College

Trent University Saddened by the Passing of Student Ernest Bour

The Trent University community is deeply saddened by the passing of Ernest Bour, a first-year Nursing student from Ghana who resided at Traill College

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Dr. Paul Wong

A pioneer in studying positive psychology, Dr. Paul Wong taught at Trent for 25 years in the department of Psychology

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Alumnus Stuart Butts ’65

Stuart Butts was a distinguished entrepreneur who received the Spirit of Trent Award and was a strong supporter of Trent University

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Robert Carter

Dr. Robert Carter was the first principal of Otonabee College and professor emeritus in the department of Philosophy

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Barbara Gregory

Barbara dedicated nearly 30 years of service to Trent University

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Ph.D. Student Eric Samtleben

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Roy T. Bowles.

Dr. Roy T. Bowles was a faculty member in the Department of Sociology for nearly 30 years

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Elena Koudiakova

As a long-serving employee, Elena dedicated 25 years to Trent University in a variety of roles

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Dr Gordon Winocur

Dr. Winocur was renowned as a global leader for research in aging, memory, and brain health

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Past Board Chair Reid Morden

Reid Morden remembered for visionary leadership and distinguished service to Trent and beyond

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Honorary Degree Recipient Dr. J. Bruce Falls, O.C.

Dr. Falls was active in protecting Canada’s natural landscapes and left indelible mark in academia

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emerita Margaret P. Doxey

Lady Eaton College fellow was also a trailblazer in Trent’s Political Studies Department

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Morden Yolles

In the enduring structures of Trent, the memory of honorary degree recipient Dr. Morden Yolles lives on

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Alan Wilson

Dr. Alan Wilson was the founding chair of both Canadian Studies and History at Trent

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Trent Honorary Degree Recipient Ed Broadbent 

Remembering the Honourable Ed Broadbent, former NDP leader and Trent honorary degree recipient, celebrated for his advocacy for social justice and progressive change 

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Former Professor Morton Berkowitz 

A recipient of the Symons Award for Excellence in Teaching in 1991, Dr. Berkowitz was an associate professor in the English Literature department for 25 years. 

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Beloved Professor Emerita Dr. Carolyn Kay 

An esteemed History professor and researcher, Professor Kay also served as principal of Lady Eaton College at Trent 

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus John W. Burbidge

Working at the University for nearly three decades, Dr. Burbidge was a former head of Champlain College and chair of Philosophy 

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Donald Mackay

A legend in environmental chemistry, Dr. Mackay was the founding director of the Canadian Environmental Modelling Centre at Trent

Trent University Mourns the Passing of David Marshall

David Marshall was a lab demonstrator for Trent’s Physics department for 33 years.

Trent Community Mourns the Passing of Dr. Paxton Whitehead

Acclaimed actor, director, playwright and Trent University honorary degree recipient leaves legacy of noteworthy performances

Trent Community Mourns the Passing of Former Director and Long-Time Piper Colin Campbell

Known for his passion and bold playing of the pipes, fond memories of his service live on at Trent

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Professor Stuart Robson

Dr. Robson was a faculty member in Trent’s History department for over 35 years

Trent Community Mourns the Passing of Canadian Music Icon Dr. Gordon Lightfoot

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and Trent University honorary degree recipient leaves a legacy in Canadian music history

Trent Community Mourns the Passing of Governor Emeritus Fred Sherratt

Former Board member celebrated for legacy of giving at Trent

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Student Stephanie Van Evera

Trent University Mourns the Passing of David Moore

Honorary degree recipient and governor emeritus was a philanthropic leader in the Trent community

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Michael Edward Beswick

Member of Trent’s original 1964 class, Michael Beswick also served on the University’s Board of Governors from 1988 to 2001

Trent University Mourns the Passing of George Joseph McKeiver

George McKeiver was one of Trent’s original security officers, patrolling Trent for over twenty years.

Trent University Mourns the Passing of James Swanston

Trent supporter and governor emeritus of Trent University’s Board of Governors

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Margie Lightbody ’64

Member of the original class, founding president of local TUAA chapter and lifetime contributor to the University

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Anne Keenleyside

Respected Anthropology professor and researcher served as department chair and on numerous University and departmental committees

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Thomas (Tom) Phillips

Trent alumnus, adjunct faculty member and proud member of the local Peterborough community, Professor Phillips ’74 has served in various roles including professor in the Trent School of Business and director of Careerspace

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Doug Williams (Gidigaa Migizi)

Elder, professor, chief, storyteller, ceremonialist, pipe carrier and author will be remembered for his dedication to protecting and enhancing treaty and traditional rights of Indigenous People

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Max (Tibor) Eisen

Renowned speaker, author, Holocaust survivor and Trent honorary degree recipient will be remembered for his dedication to inspiring all generations to be upstanders, not bystanders, against hate

Trent University is Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Konrad Kinzl

Professor Kinzl was a Trent University Employee for over 30 years

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Professor Marion Boulby

Dr. Boulby was a faculty member at Trent for over 15 years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Mary L. Amyotte

Mary Amyotte was one of the original members of Trent’s Chemistry Department

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Catherine Graham

Catherine (“Cathy”) Graham was one of the original faculty members of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Trent Student Tazjon Atherley

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Raymond Murray Schafer

Trent honorary degree recipient was an acclaimed composer and innovative researcher

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emerita Elisabeth Orsten

Dr. Orsten was a faculty member at Trent for over 25 years

Trent University is Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Merritt Edward Gordon

Former general manager of General Electric was an honorary lifetime member of the Trent University Board of Governors

Trent University Mourns the Passing of William (Bill) G. Davis

Former Premier of Ontario, education visionary and Trent honorary degree recipient was a celebrated advocate for public education and the important role of educators in our society

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Rosemary Dunford

Ms. Dunford worked at Trent for nearly 25 years and served as president of OPSEU Local 365 for ten years

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Judith Brocklehurst

Ms. Brocklehurst worked at Trent University for over 20 years

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Gerhard Baumgaertel

Dr. Baumgaertel was a faculty member at Trent for two decades

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Dr. David Schindler

Internationally renowned researcher, Trent honorary degree recipient and former Trent professor will be remembered for groundbreaking contributions to freshwater ecology as one of the world’s preeminent freshwater scientists

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Jerry Coughlan

Master builder, visionary community leader and 2019 Trent Durham honorary degree recipient was revered by the local community for his generosity, humility and kindness

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Richard Sadleir

Renowned educator and honorary degree recipient will be remembered for his lifelong dedication to teaching and his instrumental role in the development of Trent University

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Founding President Thomas H.B. Symons

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Cathy Fooks

Ms. Fooks was a Trent alumna and Distinguished Alumni Award recipient as well as Ontario’s patient ombudsman

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Christy Carlson

Christy worked at Trent for nearly 20 years

Trent Mourns the Loss of Trent Student Brett Michael LeBlanc

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Lisa Miller-Pond

Ms. Miller-Pond worked at Trent University for six years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Mary Ann Armstrong

Ms. Armstrong was a Trent alumna and dedicated staff member for over 20 years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Debra Nichols

Ms. Nichols was a dedicated staff member for close to three decades

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of William Hodgson

Mr. Hodgson was a dedicated staff member for more than three decades

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Shelagh Grant

Eminent Arctic historian, former Trent professor and honorary degree recipient will be remembered for intellectual contributions to Canadian life and for her generous spirit and commitment to social justice

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Sean Hudson

Mr. Hudson recently graduated with a master’s in Environmental & Life Sciences  

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Gary Potts

Dr. Potts is the former chief of Temagami First Nation and Teme-Augama Anishnabai as well as a Trent honorary degree recipient

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Yvonne O’Reilly

Ms. O’Reilly worked at Trent University for nine years

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Maury Packard McCrillis IV

Mr. McCrillis was a Trent student and husband to Professor Elizabeth McCrillis

Trent University Mourns the Death of Timothy Porteous

Famed advocate of the arts in Canada, top-level political strategist, Trent honorary degree recipient, and companion of the Order of Canada

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Iswar Chakravartty

Dr. Chakravartty was a dedicated Mathematics faculty member for 33 years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Margaret (Marg) Sanders

Ms. Sanders was a dedicated staff member of Trent University for 20 years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. David Ellis, Dean of Arts and Science - Humanities

Dr. Ellis was a dedicated member of the University’s Arts and Science faculty for 15 years, serving various roles as professor and dean

Trent University Mourns the Death of J. Bryan Graham

A member of Trent University’s Board of Governors from 1994 until 2001, Mr. Graham was also a proud Trent parent

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Daniel Powell

Dr. Powell was first faculty member appointed to International Development Studies program

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Peter Barrett

A talented researcher, patented inventor and educator, Dr. Barrett touched the lives of many students in his 30 years at Trent University

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of James (Jamie) Trombley

Mr. Trombley worked at Trent University for over 10 years

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Professor Emeritus Bruce Hodgins

Dr. Hodgins was a founder of the History and Canadian Studies programs at Trent

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Kate (Kathy) Shearer

Ms. Shearer was a dedicated employee of Trent University over the past 14 years

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Alumnus John Muir

John Muir ‘75 was the long-standing general manager of Trent Radio, a broadcaster, a creative educator, and a fixture in the Peterborough Community

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. K.S.R. Murthy

Dr. Murthy was a professor with Trent University in the Department of Economics for nearly three decades, including a term as acting chair

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Wayne Evans

Dr. Evans worked at Trent for over a decade in multiple departments, working as both a professor and appointed chair

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Evan Mackenzie Morrison

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Elizabeth ‘Betty’ O’Toole

Ms. O’Toole worked at the University in different roles over 18 years

Trent University Mourns the Death of Sister Veronica O’Reilly

Community leader, educator and former Trent board member Sister O’Reilly leaves a lasting legacy at Trent, in Peterborough and beyond

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Peter Watson

Dr. Watson joined Trent in 1967 as an assistant professor of Psychology

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Pauline Mills

One of Trent’s longest serving employees, Ms. Mills began working at the University in 1965

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Rory Coughlan

Dr. Coughlan joined Trent as a Psychology professor in 2002

Trent University Mourns the Death of John de Pencier

Former Board chair, philanthropy campaign leader and recipient of the University’s highest honours, Mr. de Pencier made his mark

Trent University Mourns the Death of Mary Pratt

Famed Canadian artist, Trent honorary degree recipient, and Companion of the Order of Canada

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Joan Knowles

Ms. Knowles began work at Trent University in 1965

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Bill Kinoshameg

Mr. Kinoshameg began work at Trent University in 1988

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Elizabeth O’Connell

Ms. O’Connell began work at Trent University in 1979

Trent University Mourns the Death of Walter Pitman

Celebration of Life for Student Laura Withrow

Trent community invited to memorial service at Bark Lake on June 3

Trent University Mourns the Death of Steve Richey

The Trent University community is saddened to learn of the passing of long-serving employee Steve Richey.

Trent University Mourns the Death of Kelvin Conrad

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Durham Region CEO Roger Anderson

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Joyce Sutton

Mrs. Sutton worked at Trent University from 1976 - 2007

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Mrs. Jean Nind

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of John Stanford

Dr. Stanford worked at Trent University from 1967 -1995

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Mrs. Sonja Bata

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Donna McMahon

Ms. McMahon began work at Trent University in 2003

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Marilyn Metcalf

Ms. Metcalf began work at Trent University in 1967

Trent University Mourns the Death of Dr. Bing Zhou

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Jim English

Mr. English worked at Trent University from 1967 -1990

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Bill Bowers

Mr. Bowers began work at Trent University in 1972

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Bruce Shearer

Mr. Shearer began work at Trent University in 1975

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of William Garnet Gordon

Mr. Gordon began work at Trent University in 1969

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Noel Murphy

Professor Murphy worked at Trent University from 1966-1999

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Peter Royle

Professor Royle worked at Trent University from 1969-1996

Trent University Mourns the Death of Stuart McLean

Host of CBC's Vinyl Café awarded an honorary degree from Trent in 2007

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Bernard Blishen

Professor Blishen worked at Trent from 1964 to 1973 and was founder and chair of Trent’s Department of Sociology

Trent University Mourns the Death of Richard B. Wright

Trent alumnus, Canadian novelist, honorary degree recipient and member of the Order of Canada

Trent University Mourns the Death of Robert Lightbody

Proud Trent alumnus, community leader, lawyer, philanthropist, and former Trent board member

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Eugene Joseph McKeiver

Mr. McKeiver worked at Trent University from 1966-1999

Trent University Mourns the Death of Erica Cherney

Community leader, businesswoman and philanthropist was first woman to chair University Board of Governors

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Betty Jane McKeown

Mrs. McKeown worked at Trent University from 1964-1985

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Alana Jean Hermiston

Dr. Hermiston worked at Trent University from 2001-2013

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Barbara Hulcoop

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Ronald Setterington

Professor Setterington taught at Trent University from 1968-2002

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Julia Frances Coughlin

Mrs. Coughlin worked at Trent University from 1985-1998

Trent University Mourns Loss of Student Adrian Stenner

Trent University Mourns Loss of Student Renee Belliveau

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Tod Willcox

Trent University Mourns the Passing of the Honourable Flora MacDonald

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. Roy Alexander Lockhart

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Kenneth Brand

Mr. Brand worked at Trent University from 1989 to 2009

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Long-time Employee Elrick White

Mr. White worked at Trent University from 1973 to 2011

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Dr. George Connell

Dr. Connell was a founding advisor to Trent and honorary degree recipient

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Professor Emeritus Vaughan Lyon

Dr. Vaughan Lyon worked at Trent University from 1969 to 1996

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Jalynn Bennett

Trent University Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Carnduff (Carnie) Leslie Hegadoren on September 14, 2014

Mr. Hegadoren worked as the College Porter at Lady Eaton College from November 1, 1971 until July 1, 1992

Remembrance for Professor A.M. (Max) Young: September 13

Champlain College Community Gathers to Honour Graham Sheldon

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Past Professor Frank Nutch

Trent University was Saddened to Learn of the Passing of Alistair MacLeod on April 20, 2014

Trent University was saddened to learn of the passing of Aaron Murray on April 7, 2014

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Peter Harrison

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Ms. Lillian Johnston

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Roger Hunter

Trent University was saddened to learn of the passing of Roger Hunter on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Dr. Bernard Pritchard

Trent University was saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Bernard Pritchard on Friday, September 6, 2013.

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Hal Hooke

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Wendy Charlebois

Trent University mourns the loss of two students

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Student Sarah Gunderson

Trent University Mourns the Loss of Alumnus Paul Delaney

Trent University Mourns the Death of Honorary Degree Recipient, Dr. Peter Demos

The Trent Community Mourns the Passing of Ms. Jennifer Mills (nee McMillan)

Trent University Mourns the Passing of Mr. Michael Boire