A Magazine for Alumni and Friends
Keith Bone (BA ’69), March 25. In addition to running his own accounting business, Bone was active in the Optimist Club of Burlington. A proud Laurier alumnus, he thoroughly enjoyed his time at the university and was pleased when his daughters Alison Bone (BA ’01) and Lauren Bone (BA ’03) graduated from Laurier as well. Read a full obituary on LifeNews.ca.
Thomas “Tupper” Cawsey, professor emeritus, Aug. 17. A well-known, highly respected member of the Laurier community, Cawsey played a key role in the development of the School of Business & Economics. He received many accolades for his teaching, including being named one of the top five business professors in Canada by receiving the Leaders in Management Education award in 2001. Cawsey helped develop Laurier’s renowned co-operative education program and created the popular Integrated Case Exercise (ICE) Week. Read a full obituary on legacy.wlu.ca.
Tamara Giesbrecht Warren, former university vice-president, May 12. Giesbrecht Warren was a prominent figure in Laurier’s history, becoming the first woman to hold a vice-president position at the university in 1967. Known as a“financial wizard,” she played a crucial role in Waterloo Lutheran University becoming a public institution, effectively creating Laurier as it is today. In 1981, Giesbrecht Warren received an honorary doctorate from Laurier and in 1984 she was named to the Order of Canada. Read a full obituary on legacy.wlu.ca.
Ralph Elsaesser, professor emeritus, June 16. Elsaesser began teaching piano, musical skills and theory in Laurier’s Faculty of Music in 1970 and was a full-time faculty member until 1995. He played a key role in building the university’s music program. Remembered as a true teacher in every sense, his love went out to every student, not just pianists or those in his studio. Read a full obituary on legacy.wlu.ca.
Peter Sinclair, associate professor, May 19. Over the course of his 34 years at Laurier, Sinclair was known as a caring, engaging teacher and a dedicated faculty member, earning respect and admiration from his students and colleagues. He served as the School of Business and Economics’ director of undergraduate economic programs and frequently volunteered at Laurier’s convocation ceremonies. Read a full obituary on legacy.wlu.ca.
David C. Vaughan, professor, Aug. 10. A longtime professor of mathematics, Vaughan was a vital member of the Laurier community. Well-respected as a researcher and teacher, Vaughan was passionate about strengthening math education at all levels. He taught a wide range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, making a lasting impact on thousands of students. Read a full obituary on legacy.wlu.ca.