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Patrick was the Wearing of the Green Committee founding member, who assisted with the Santa Claus Parade as well as the Hamilton International Air Show. He also volunteered with the Hamilton Hotel and Motel Association and the Irish Canadian Club. Pat was kind hearted, fun, loving, a doer, a thinker, an entrepreneur and someone whoContinue reading “2002: Patrick Sullivan”

The longest standing Hamilton Mayor was an ‘unforgettable character with a true gift for connecting with people from all walks of life.’ Mayor Morrow led the development of the west harbour parks and new harbour legislation, and helped build Hamilton Place, the Convention Centre and Copps Coliseum among others. He successfully encouraged provincial and federalContinue reading “2001: Robert Morrow”

Dan was a member of the Hamilton Theatre Inc and a past President of the Irish Canadian Club. He was also an integral part of the Mohawk College Association and the C.Y.O and a member of the Irish Canadian Club choir. You may know Danny for his musical talent in leading the WOTG luncheon inContinue reading “2000: Dan Galvin”

Born in County Longford, Ireland. Dan was in the Royal Naval Submarine Detection Service in WW11. Dan and his wife Eileen demonstrated courage in emigrating with a young family from Ireland to start a new life in Canada. They were life time members of the Irish Canadian Club and were known for their exemplary serviceContinue reading “1999: Dan Rogers”

The Cathedral Boys High School Class of 1948 Valedictorian, Don had every intention of pursuing a medical career, but he decided instead to enter the insurance industry, no doubt guided by his natural tendency to help people in times of need.  A mentor, choirmaster, a coach of all things, providing guidance, wisdom, protection, strength andContinue reading “1998: Don Dunn”

Brother Richard lives and breathes the motto of his order; Charity Unlimited. He is well known for his work with the homeless people in Hamilton. Brother Richard has been involved in many projects during the years in addition to the Good Shepherd Men’s Centre and Martha House: the Family Services Centre, Brennan House for homeless teenagers,Continue reading “1997: Brother Richard MacPhee”

Sister Maria became the music supervisor for Hamilton’s separate schools and taught music for 23 years to children in 25 elementary schools.  She has also run a weekly drop-in centre for seniors at Hamilton’s Sons of Italy Hall. She lead the YWCA Fun Choir for seniors, plays the organ every day at mass and sitsContinue reading “1996: Sister Maria Cordis”

Our  own Master of Comedy for the Wearing of the Green Luncheon. Ed Cummings spent 35 years as the driving force behind Hamilton’s Santa Claus Parade. He helped to raise funds by organizing golf tournaments and hot-dog sales. His success led to his being tapped to organize the 1996 Grey Cup Parade. He also earnedContinue reading “1995: Ed Cummings”

Margaret and her husband Jeremiah welcomed Irish immigrants and helped them settle in Hamilton. They were active members of the Irish Canadian Club and use to host their infamous corn roasts for the ICC at their farm. The Matriarch of a family of 14, she never lost her spark for life and always had aContinue reading “1994: Margaret Sullivan”

A family man of rock-solid principle, steady common sense and unshakeable loyalty – with an enduring twinkle in his eyes and a devilish sense of humour, who also was a school board trustee for many years. Joe was an active member of St.Patrick’s Church.