John H.A. Wilkinson
John H.A. "Herbie" Wilkinson died peacefully at his home in Richards Landing, Ontario on February
24, 2009. He is survived by his sister Marny and her husband Michael Doyle of Austin, Texas. John
was a survivor of the polio epidemic of the late 40's and early 50's. On one memorable occasion his
grandfather hired a band to greet John upon his return from a hospital stay, playing "As Johnny Comes
Marching Home". John graduated from Trinity College in Port Hope, Ontario, where he was active in
all school publications, student government, glee club, and dramatics. He led his high school debating
team and managed the football, basketball, and swimming teams. Although his obituary stated hegraduated from "Dartmouth University in New Hampshire", there is no listing in the Aegis. Upon completing
his education he embarked on his teaching career in Hamilton, Ontario and went on to spend
most of his teaching career at his high school alma mater near Sault Ste. Marie. After retiring
John spent the balance of his life on St Joseph's Island, where he remained active in community affairs.
