Alumni Update 1950s


Ann (Ryall) Garnett ’54 writes: I retired from teaching A-level Sociology in 1996 and served as magistrate from 1976 to 2006 when I had to retire on age grounds. I married Christopher Garnett in 1963 and we had two children, James (born 1967) and Elizabeth (born 1970). James and his wife Ali now have two children, Miriam (18 and intending to study dance) and Joe (15 and a judo expert). Music runs in the family as my husband is very musical and my son teaches would-be teachers of music at Reading Institute of Education as well as being an organist. My daughter runs a Barber Shop group, arranges, coaches, conducts and judges Barber Shop performances. We’re all grateful for the excellent music teaching received at BHS.


Janet Fish ’56 recently showcased her paintings at DC Moor Gallery in New York City, February 9-March 17. You can read more about Janet on page 21.


Tom Butterfield ‘56 was awarded an MBE in January and is often described as the driving force behind the Masterworks Gallery, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Masterworks is dedicated to both repatriating Bermudian art and nurturing Bermudian artists young and old. He has personally raised more than $2.5 million in sponsorship for Masterworks by cycling and running, participating in the London and New York Marathons and making long-distance cycling treks to raise funds.


1960s


Robin (Gorham) Sedgwick ’60 writes: “Harry and I have finally sold the house in NYC and moved to Connecticut. My mother is at Essex Meadow’s, just 10 minutes away across the Connecticut River and my 3 grandchildren (Hilary’s) are 1 hour away in New Canaan, CT. My son, Chad Auchincloss, and his wife still live in NYC, and he is a history teacher.”


Mary Lou (Miller) Jackson ‘61 reports that she lost her youngest grandson, Cameron Jonah Jackson, to cancer on November 9, 2011 and that he is at peace now with Jesus.


Alan Burland ‘68 was awarded an MBE in January for his tireless charitable work, most recently as Chairman of The Sloop Foundation.


1970’s


Jennifer Gray ’75 recently discussed the obstacles that the Bermuda National Trust, where she is Executive Director, faces to preserve the islands most historical buildings and open spaces in an article in the Royal Gazette.


1980’s


Esther (New) Young ’83 P’23 and daughter Jessie De Vreede ‘12 wish to thank everyone for their well wishes as they recently both underwent kidney surgery when Esther donated a kidney to her daughter after Jessie lost both kidneys last summer due to a mystery illness. They are very happy to share that the transplant was a success and both are recovering well.


Heather (Frith) Nova ’83 released her latest album, 300 Days at Sea, at the end of 2011.


Emma (Morris) Bowers ‘91, sister of Carlie Morris ’95, reports that she got married in June 2010 to Chris Bowers in San Gimignano, Italy.


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Sisters Victoria (Northover) Hamshere ’65 and Philippa


(Northover) Dakin ’69 presented to Vicky’s grandaughter’s Year 4 class on Australia where Philippa has lived for many years, during Philippa’s visit to Bermuda in the fall.


Betty (Murdoch) Mroz ’61 recently retired as Assistant to the Registrar in the Bermuda Supreme Court after 51 years of service. Mrs Mroz is a Member of the British Empire and was a recipient of the Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour.


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