RE: Tribute to Desmond Doolam

2018-MAY-03-2252Hrs

Another member of our Mausica Family  has transitioned.  Desmond was part of the '68-'70 cohort.    He was an integral part of our family. He was also married to Carol Anne Patrick who was his second year. They have two sons Carlon and Derol.  He was also a grandfather of four beautiful children.

One thing that I remember about Desmond is that when he left Mausica as a trained teacher he went straight to First Year Infants. We had never heard about an Infant male teacher before.  I think that he might have created history in Trinidad and Tobago, by being the first male infant teacher and First Year Infants at that.   This is one for Mausica's Reflections. After teaching Infants for some years, he moved to Aranguez Junior Secondary, where he taught Agri-Science.  His Aranguez colleagues were well represented.

Before Mausica he taught at Holy Cross College.  All his Holy Cross College  students, now big men came. All were dressed in dashing khaki shirts with the Holy Cross monogram on the pocket. They really paid tribute to him.

Desmond was member of  "Los Borrachos" Parang Group, which was formed by Mausicans for Mausicans. I hope that I recall correctly that it was our Felix Edinborough who christened our Parang side. Those of you who know Spanish, know that" Los Borrachos" means "The Drunkards."  Desmond played the quatro and he was really very good at it.  His children said that although "he hiked, swam, played football, tennis and planted garden in the bush," "parang" was his weakness.  After Los Borrachos,  he joined Los Tocadores.  This latter group provided some lively Parang at St. Charles R.C. Tunapuna. where we said "Goodbye" to Desmond.

He was very proud when he was chosen to go to umpire at Wimbledon. When this honour was bestowed on him, he told me this with a look of pride on his face.  We were all proud of him.

Eternal Rest grant onto him O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in Peace, Amen.

Anna Maria Mora 70

RE: REUNION 2019

2018-MAY-03-1531Hrs

Fellow Alumni,

Please attend a meeting re Reunion 2019 on Saturday 19th May 2018 at the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) Valsayn Campus, Curepe (former VTC). The meeting is scheduled to begin at 4.00pm.

Looking forward to seeing many of you.

Regards

Angela McAlister 72

RE:

2018-APR-28-0852Hrs

The funeral service for Desmond Doolam will take place on Tuesday May 1st , at the St Charles RC Church, Eastern Main Road, Tunapuna, at 11.00 am.

Carol Reveillac 65

RE:

2018-APR-26-0747Hrs

The Mausican Desmond Doolam died yesterday. He used to play the quatro

Carol Reveillac 65

RE: Furneral Service for Robert Devenish

2018-MAR-27-2341Hrs

Hi Errol and fellow Mausicans,

Robert Devenish 1972-1974 passed away last Saturday. The funeral arrangements for NYC is as follow:

Brooklyn Saturday March 30th 2018, at Mt. Hebron Evangelical Church 741 Remsen Avenue Brooklyn New York.

Viewing is from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, and Service from 5:00pm. A Repass will be held downstairs immediately after the Service.

I understand that he will be buried in Trinidad next month. I will share that information when I receive them.

Hoping to see all under better conditions during the 2019 Caribbean Cruise.

Sincerely

Carlston Gray. 1972-1974

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2018-MAR-09

2018-MAR-27-1515Hrs

Hi Errol,

Hope you are warm and comfortable with the cold weather.  Take care of yourself.

I have been asked to pass on the information.

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Robert  Devenish  [72/74], who died on Saturday March 24, 2018 at Coler - Goldwater Hospital,  Roosevelt Island, U.S.A. The body will be flown to Trinidad for burial on April 14 for a funeral service to be held at the Catholic Church in Arouca.

Please put this on the BLOG this week.

Thanks much;  God bless.

Carol Brown 74

RE: [Mausica Reunion] New comment on RE: Marilyn Murray.

2018-MAR-13-1352Hrs

Herbert Garvin has left a new comment on your post "RE: Marilyn Murray":

It was only on Sunday last that I heard of the death of Rudolph Datadeen (72 - 74). We've lost another Mayfarian on January 4th, 2018.

Herbert Garvin 75

RE: Marilyn Murray

2018-FEB-08-0734Hrs

Dear Errol,

I'm emailing to inform you that Marilyn Murray from Tobago (Mausica Class 1972-1974) sadly passed away yesterday (7 Feb).

I would appreciate it if you would let others in the Mausica group know. And I will let you know further information as and when I receive it.

Thanks,

Hermia Inniss 75

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2018-JAN-26

2018-JAN-31-1732Hrs

Hi My Peeps,

I have been MIA.  I missed you all. I am on a daily trek to San Fernando since June 2017.  It is a challenge after "doing your own thing" for so many years. Filling in for a colleague who is out of the country seeking medical attention.  Doing Student Counselling at Corinth UTT Campus.  Howard Spencer, Lester O'Souna, Anthea Permell, I saw Hospi, the day before, and I can go on and on. Mausica is everywhere. I will try not to stay away  for so long.

One of our brothers passed recently too, Ray Davis, who was in the 68-70 year group with many of us.  He became a Sports Journalist and was a very successful one.  When we met in the street we never passed each other, always a big smile on his face and mine.  RIP Ray.

It is not too late to wish all my Mausican Peeps, Peace, Love, Unending Joy and Hope for a brighter 2018 and beyond for our beloved country.   Keep Good.  I will try keep in touch and not get too out of it not to connect.

Happy Carnival To All.  It is coming very quickly. Cannot believe that J'ouvert Morining is only 12 days away. WOW!!!!!

Thank you Errol keeping us connected.

Maria

Anna Maria Mora 70

RE: Another sister lost

2018-JAN-03-2004Hrs

Dear Errol,

I was saddened to learn of the death today of yet another Mausican, Cheryl Selman (1970 or 1971?). Both she and her sister, Yolande, attended Mausica.

it was only a few days ago that I learnt that Cheryl was gravely Ill and I was told of plans for a prayer group to visit and pray with her. We were waiting to hear form her family when it would be convenient for us to see her, at  her sister' s home.  May she rest in peace.

Cheryl was a gentle, lovely girl and was very active in the church. I will always remember the very broad smile with which she would greet you.

May she rest in peace.

Please remember Mrs.Cuffie's birthday on Saturday, January 6.

Best wishes to all of my Mausican family for health, happiness, safety and prosperity in 2018.

Hazel Thompson-Ahye 70

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-NOV-03

​2017-NOV-04-0700Hrs

To the families and friends of all who have lost loved ones, I send sincere condolences.

I remember Bernadette as a lovely lady, quite genteel in character.

My blessings and love to all my fellow Mausicans,  and to Errol, my continued gratitude.

Joy Valdez 74

RE: Another Tribute

2017-NOV-02-0737Hrs

Here is another tribute to one of our Mausican brothers.

From: Theresa Rampersad McLean

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Richard Spence, Mausica Graduate 68-70.  We will always remember Richard as a vibrant member of our Student Council.  He was an avid sportsman and a warm person. Richard gave his best to his teaching career as well as family. We celebrate the life of another great Mausican, who has left his footprints in the sands of time. He would have touched and shaped many lives.

From: Anna Maria Mora

I will always remember Richard as a gentle man and a gentleman. He had a that fooballer's frame: stocky, a slight bow-leg, and that confident stride. Ready to take on all the opposition.  He was a lover not a fighter though, off the field.   In the early days after graduating I would meet him of and on and his gentleness and warmth will radiate through his smile.   RIchard died in early October and his funeral  was held very quietly and without any fuss, as he wanted.  His brother is Monsignor Kenneth Spence and he told Theresa that Richard wanted no "celebration".  We, however, can celebrate him here.  Can we dedicate next week's blog to "Memories of Richard"? Scratchy, Lester, Korenza, all of us who knew Richard well, after spending two years with him day in day out.

To the Family:

On behalf of the Mausica Fraternity we would like to extend to the Family of RIchard Spence, our sincere condolences on his passisng. Take it one day at a time. Time will heal your sadness and replace it with joy and peace that surpasseth all understanding. May his Soul rest in Peace.

Anna Maria Mora 70

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-OCT-27

2017-OCT-30-2255Hrs

PS: Bernadette Charlerie Maunday was the daughter in law of woodwork lecturer Mr. Roland Maundy dec.

Alan Simpson 78

RE: Sumatee

2017-OCT-30-2142Hrs

The viewing will take place at the Glen Oaks Memorial Funeral home on Tuesday between 5 to 7:30pm. Funeral services will take place the following day starting at 2:30pm.

Condolences can be paid online. Please forward to anyone else who may have known her.

https://www.arbormemorial.ca/glenoaks/obituaries/sumatee-kanhai-sone-tota-/10900

Sumatee Kanhai (Sone Tota) | Obituary | Sharing Memories

www.arbormemorial.ca

Sumatee Kanhai (Sone Tota) - Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery, Oakville. Obituary

Brenda Alexander 65

Re: On behalf of Sumatee Kanhai

2017-OCT-30-0006Hrs

Hello,

So sorry to hear about Sumatee.  I remember her fondly as my neighbor in MTC.

I was also saddened to learn of Donald Walker's death.  It was earlier in the year at Mr. Williams funeral that we met for the first time since leaving Mausica.

My condolences to the families and friends of the deceased.  Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!

To everyone else, stay safe and be blessed!

Magnell Williams-Robinson 65

RE: Sumatee

2017-OCT-29-1359Hrs

Sorry to be the bearer of sad news, again.

Sumatee Tota-Kanhai (63 - 65) passed away this morning after her struggle with cancer.

Some of us remember seeing her at the 2017 reunion - the only reunion she ever attended.

She was overjoyed that she could have made it to be with those who attended.

May she find eternal rest.

Brenda

"and this too will pass"

Brenda Alexander 65

RE: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-OCT-27

2017-OCT-29-0953Hrs
I do not know if you got the news yet but Sumatee Tota died this morning.
Felix Edinborough 65

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-OCT-27

2017-OCT-28-1907Hrs

Dear All.

Oh the vagaries of life!

I am elated by Thora's well-deserved National recognition and honour.

On the other hand I am so saddened at the passing of so many of our colleagues including Bernadette, who went through life quietly and resolutely. A dear friend. May all who suffer loss be comforted

Blessings

Dr. Merle Baker 1966 - 68

Re: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-OCT-27

2017-OCT-28-1045Hrs

Errol:

Thanks for the good work! Two things:

1) Condolences to Bernadette's family. May God give them the strength to deal with the loss.  Bernadette was a real nice person, she will be missed.

2) Congratulations to Thora! Keep going girl, you deserve it, so proud of you.

Adelia Bovell-Benjamin '72-'74

Re: Fwd: MAUSICA WEEKLY EMAILS 2017-OCT-27

2017-OCT-28-0345Hrs

A beautiful morning with beautiful people! I delightedly embraced the opportunity to share a space with fellow Mausicans Dr. Gwen Williams and Ana Maria Mora while celebrating with our friend, Dr. Wynette Harewood, at her graduation last Saturday. She got High Commendation on the achievement of her Doctorate in Business Administration.

Joy Valdez 74