REMEMBERING our Community
CONDOLENCES
It is with sadness that Crofton House remembers the following alumnae and members of our community who have recently passed away.
CHS ALUMNAE
Marsha( Wallace) Belanger’ 62 1944 – 2025
Bernice Desbrisay( Laird) Bell’ 47 1929 – 2025
Sydney V.( Spencer) Cuthill’ 78 1960 – 2026
Andrea( Turvey) Davies’ 63 1945 – 2025
Danae( McLean) Peaker’ 57 1939 – 2025
Marilyn( Mercer) Shore’ 56 1938 – 2025
MOIRA CLARE SCHULTE( NÉE MEREDITH) TEACHER
It is with sadness that we share the passing of Ms Moira Schulte, who taught at Crofton House School for 30 years, from 1967 to 1998, as the fi rst female physics teacher in BC. As shared in her obituary,“ She was instrumental in the school’ s success at numerous provincial and national science fairs, she developed its AP Chemistry program, and she also set up and ran extra-curricular clubs in photography, video editing, and computing when all of these technologies were in their infancy.”
A leader in science education, Moira played a key role in expanding advanced physics at Crofton House. She also inspired creativity through photography, introducing generations of students to the magic of the darkroom.
Moira brought energy and encouragement to her classrooms. Her patience and enthusiasm made learning feel accessible and engaging. Many alumnae have also shared how well her teaching prepared them for university— often to their own surprise. Above all, Moira is remembered as a teacher who truly cared for her students; it’ s clear from the memories shared that she will be fondly remembered.
BARBARA M. WALKER HEAD OF SCHOOL
It is with sadness that we share the passing of Ms Barbara M. Walker, who served as Head of School at Crofton House from 1995 to 2000.
Born in Alberta and raised in the Okanagan, Barbara served in leadership roles at several public high schools in Vancouver before joining Crofton House.
During her tenure, Barbara worked thoughtfully to ensure students could fully benefi t from the new Junior School and Senior School Science Centre and embrace emerging technological changes. She led with her characteristic calm and perceptive style, collaborating closely with students, families, staff, and the Board during this important transition period.
Following her retirement from Crofton House, Barbara remained a valued and familiar presence in the CHS community, often attending graduations, the Carol Service, and other signifi cant school events.
In recognition of her lasting impact, graduating students continue to be awarded Barbara M. Walker pins, which honour academic achievement and scholarship.
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