DONALD GUTTERIDGE

H. DONALD GUTTERIDGE Our beloved Don died November 2, 2023 on his 89th birthday, leaving us bereft of his encompassing love but enriched by his unique presence in our lives. Don was predeceased by his mother Ella Tennant Johnston; father Harry Stoneman Gutteridge; two brothers Bob and David; in-laws John Macfarlane John Balkwill, Carole and Joan Gutteridge; his niece Nancy; and recently his treasured wife and best friend Anne Millar. Cherished by his sister Carol Macfarlane, sisters-in-law Janet Balkwill and Diane Gutteridge; and remembered by brother-in law, Robert Millar (Gail). He will be terribly missed by his nephews and nieces Jim (Lucio), John (Amy), Heather (Armand), Anne (Andrew), Kristy (Ken), Allison (Craig), Lynne (Liz), David (Susan), Christie, Karen (Carl), Kelly and Thomas; and grand-nephews and -niece James, Cole, Reid, Alex, Wesley, Evie, Logan and Nolan. Born and raised in Ottawa, he attended Glebe Collegiate and Carlton University before graduating with a teacher's degree from the Ontario College of Education. He began teaching English and Drama in Ottawa and moved to University of Toronto Schools (UTS) in 1962, where his love for literature ignited the imaginations of his students. In 1973 he was appointed Principal, pioneering the introduction of co-education to what had been a boy's school for 60 years, and the hiring of women on staff. After leaving UTS Don spent many years teaching at OCE and OISE/U of T developing education programs for Ontario schools. He left an indelible impression on his colleagues and many generations of students for his quiet caring, loyalty and guidance. He was passionate about opera, classical music, travel and poetry. His family and friends meant the world to him. Don and Anne's doors were always open and there was a place at the table for all. At that table, Don's mischievous sense of humour brightened every conversation. Don and Anne's enduring love and generosity will be missed but continue to inspire us. As Don neared the end of his life, he became more reliant on the gentle hands of many caregivers. There are too many to thank individually, but the family is grateful to those at Cedarhurst Dementia Care Home, Lakeside Long Term Care Centre, and ultimately St. Joseph's Hospital. Throughout, Don received dedicated support from HomeInstead. Don was inurned beside his wife Anne at Mount Pleasant Cemetery and a celebration of his life will be held at UTS on Thursday, November 23rd from 5:00-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Don's honour to the Donald Gutteridge and Anne Millar Bursary established to provide assistance to UTS students requiring financial aid, at University of Toronto Schools, 371 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6P 1R8, 416-978-3919, or online at utschools.ca/don-gutteridge. Donations can also be made to the Scott Mission.