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Bruno De Luca became a member of the Trent University graduate community during the summer of 1993. To those who knew him, Bruno's sense of humour, wit and personable nature made him a valuable addition to the Trent community and a wonderful spirit whose presence will be deeply missed. As a student, Bruno was very dedicated to his thesis studies. Never one to shy away from tedious hours of lab work into the late hours or from long, tiring days in the field, Bruno always maintained a sense of focus on his work. Yet he always took the time ensure that his fellow classmates, including himself, enjoyed the graduate school experience to the fullest. As a member of the social committee, he was determined to have everyone who attended his functions enjoy themselves immensely as he himself would be at the front of the line, leading by example. Perhaps most notorious were his curling bonspiels and the infamous, on-campus Trent University golf tournament for which Bruno even had a winner's trophy created. Bruno also had a wonderful ability to laugh at himself. During a particularly nasty storm on a research cruise on Lake Erie, Bruno discovered he did not quite have his sea legs about him and spent the majority of time in his bunk. However, even during this unfortunate experience, Bruno was able to joke about his predicament. He would force himself out of his bunk at breakfast, lunch and dinner, march down to the galley stating that if he was to be seasick, he might as well have something in his stomach to be sick about. There was also the time at a friend's cottage where Bruno had managed to stumble down a hill, fall into the lake in approximately six inches of water and had managed to soak himself from head to toe, fully clothed. As he emerged from the water and climbed back up the hill with a smile on his face he asked if anybody else needed a drink from the cooler and never missed a beat in the ensuing conversation. From his undying love of the Tragically Hip to his misadventures with his car in the Ward Garden, Bruno was able to create many fond memories with the people whom he made his acquaintance with at Trent. When asked to recall Bruno there are no sad memories, only happy ones. Only once, when asked how he felt after a long day of field work, did Bruno respond with a somewhat pensive look on his face to say "I feel, well, melancholic". Bruno ('Brew'), your passing has made us all feel somewhat melancholic. While out walking with her family on January 14, 2000, Jackie Anderson '79 was hit by a falling tree and died of her injuries. Jackie and her husband, Kevin Logie '79 with their two daughters had just returned from a year-long stay in New Zealand where she had enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing, family-oriented time as she discovered the joys of cooking (more often Kevin's joy than Jackie's!); spent time with her children and thoroughly loved walking throughout the countryside. e family had just re-settled in Bond Head, Ontario and Jackie was looking forward to renewing her many, many friendships. A lively and warm-hearted friend, she is greatly missed by all. Words cannot convey our profound sorrow at her passing. Andrea Fackelmann '79 The Reverend Marion Davis '78 entered into rest as the result of a motor vehicle accident on Saturday, June 10, 2000. In her 71st year, Marion was, for 49 years, the beloved wife of Ron Davis and the loving mother of Denise Davis Taylor of Edmonton, Warren and his wife Denise of Peterborough, Andrea Davis McNeil and her husband Michael of Sutton. She is lovingly remembered by her 8 grandchildren, two sisters, brother and many, many friends. Joe McDonald '73 died May 23, 2000 in his 46th year. He fought a valiant fight to regain his health and to live life independently, on his own terms. Joe returned to Trent and Traill for the 24th Annual Team Trend Reunion in March and, despite his battle with ALS, was able to participate in many of the weekend's activities, enjoying a good visit with old friends. Joe was a much loved and respected son, brother, uncle and friend.