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With deepest sadness, Rivermont Collegiate mourns the passing of beloved alumna Mary Waterman Gildehaus (’65) on Sunday, November 29, 2009. Mary’s vibrant and exuberant spirit brought laughter and joy to all those fortunate enough to know her during her years at St. Kits. Mary, or “Win Win,” was known for her infectious enthusiasm and love for Tigers as well as her outgoing membership in School activities.

Mary’s love and dedication to the School continued far beyond her years as a student, for she was a long-standing member of Parents’ Council, the Board of Trustees, and an ardent supporter of School events and projects for over forty years.

Teachers and students alike knew Mary on a personal level, because of her gift for making every person feel special and important, no matter their age. Often, as Mary walked up the main staircase to attend a Board meeting, she would stop in each classroom to greet teachers with her warm smile and easy laughter.

During her years at the School in the role of parent, Mary was known as the “go-to” person because whenever something was needed, she was there. Whether it be driving the students for a field trip, staying up all night to bake cookies for a party, or cooking a delicious meal for the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon, Mary’s generous and caring spirit was there.

Students and faculty remember Mary as our "Garden Master". For several days every spring and fall, Mary would arrive on campus in her bib overalls with her tools and garden gloves to tend her beloved plants. Students fondly remember her wheelbarrow as Mary took loads of giggling youngsters around the circle for rides. Recess had to be lengthened on “Mary days” so everyone could have a turn.

As student, parent, trustee, friend – Mary taught us that one person truly does make a difference. Mary's full obituary may be viewed at qctimes.com.

St. Katharine's 1957 Alumn, Mrs. Anne Gilbert (Rueffel) passed away May 25, 2009 in Naples, Florida. Annie played "Gretchen" in Sabrina Fair, and was a member of the Thespian Society, G.A.A., Glee Club, History Club, and elected to May Court. Her classmates will never forget her "zoobing, zoobing, zoobing." Anne's full obituary may be viewed at www.legacy.com

Rivermont Collegiate is sad to announce the passing of St. Katharine's, St. Mark's student, Mara G. De León. Ms. León passed away on March 30, 2009. She was born in Montevideo, Uruguay. She attended St. Katherine’s St. Mark’s High School in Bettendorf, Iowa, and then Iowa State University. There is a memorial service being held for her in Plano ,Texas, and a walk in Central Park, N.Y., in her honor, both simultaneously on April 19. Online condolences may be left at QCtimes.com.

Mrs. Barbara Collins (Thiessen), St. Katherine’s Class of 1944, passed away February 18, 2009. Barbara committed to several school clubs during her time at St. Katherine’s School. In her senior year she was in the Riding Club, Dramatic Club, and she was Class Treasure. Barbara also played Monsieur Fleurant in the Senior Play The Imaginary Invalid. Additionally, Barbara was best known at St. Katherine’s for her popularity with the U.S.N.; in fact, she hoped to one day become Lieutenant Senior Grade of the Wave Reserve. Barbara was also known for her nickname “Fido”, which she hoped would forever remain in the halls of St. Katherine’s.
There is no obituary for Barbara at this time.

Ms. Cynthia Ainsworth, St. Katherine's Class of 1954, passed away July 28, 2008. Cynthia was known for her love of sports in the G.A.A. club, being The Wheel secretary, and for proudly being an Imp. Ms. Ainsworth's full obituary can be read at SanFransicoChronical.com