We are saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Doug Roberts, FHG 405, on April 24, 2026 at the age of 86.  After completing secondary school in Winchester, Doug spent the summers of 1959 through 1962 as a member of the Fort Henry Guard.  

Doug began his teaching career at Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School, and later spent 30 years teaching at Lake Superior High School.  You can read more about Doug’s career and extensive accomplishments during his retirement here.  

We extend our condolences to Doug’s children Dean, Kevin and Leanne, as well as his extended family and friends.  Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, or any animal rescue charity of your choosing would be appreciated.

Peter Doherty, FHG 701, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026 following a long battle with Parkinson’s and a short battle with cancer.  He joined the Fort Henry Guard in 1968, and founded his investment counsel firm PJ Doherty & Associates in Ottawa in 1979.  

Peter was a mentor and a proud supporter of various charities and foundations, including the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, the Ottawa Heart Institute, the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation, the Rotary Club of Canada and the Ottawa Mission. He was a founding member of the Ottawa Community Foundation. Peter was awarded the Governor General of Canada’s 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada Medal to celebrate his many contributions to compatriots, community and the country.

You can read Peter’s full obituary here. 

On behalf of the Fort Henry Guard Club, we extend our sincere condolences to Peter’s wife Morleen, his family and friends.

Donald Rickerd, who was a member of the Fort Henry Guard in the 1950s, passed away on September 6, 2026 at the age of 93.

Don studied history and economics at Queen’s, and modern history at Oxford, followed by legal training at Osgoode Hall.  He had a multifaceted and eclectic career, working as a lawyer, university registrar, foundation executive, royal commissioner, professor, Asia expert and board member. He spent more than 25 years at Massey and Trinity colleges and the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy as a research associate and unpaid fellow, advising generations of students.  

Dr. Jack Cunningham, one of Don’s colleagues, wrote a touching In Memoriam piece for members of the Trinity College community.  You can read the full post here.  

We extend our condolences to Don’s wife Julie and to his son Christopher.

Charles Molson, FHG 695, passed away on September 19, 2025 in Kingston.  Don joined the Fort Henry Guard in 1967, and went on to teach math at St. Lawrence College, and in retirement, continued to teach part-time at Queen’s University. 

You can read Charles’s complete obituary here. 

We extend our condolences to Charles’s family, friends, and his many former students.

We recently learned of the passing of Timothy Harpell, FHG 438, who died on November 7, 2024 in Huntsville at the age of 83.  Tim was a member of the winning Armstrong Gun team in 1962 and 1963, and he was also a member of the bateau crew that sailed the Marguerite from Kingston to Upper Canada Village. 

You can read the full obituary for Tim here.  

We extend our condolences to Tim’s wife Barbara, his four sons and six grandsons.

After a long, active life of offering exemplary educational leadership and community service, Reg Shadbolt, FHG 353, passed away on May 11, 2025.  After attending Madoc High School, he graduated from the Ottawa Teacher’s College in 1953, and in subsequent years acquired a B.A. from Queen’s University and an M.Ed. from the University of Toronto.  Reg joined the Fort Henry Guard in 1957.

You can read the full obituary for Reg here.  

On behalf of the Fort Henry Guard Club, we extend our sincere condolences to Reg’s family and friends. 

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Michael McAllister, FHG 978.  Mike passed away on March 25, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mike joined the Guard in 1976, was a member of the Squad for several summers, and also worked in QM.  After graduating from Queen’s University, Mike taught for 33 years – he was an elementary school teacher for 25 years, and finished his career at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School.  He was also a dedicated coach for more than 100 community and school teams, and led many to championship seasons.

We offer our sincere condolences to Mike’s wife Susan, his family and friends.

Link to Mike’s full obituary: Kingston Whig-Standard