It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of one of our own – Paul Stapleton – in late June, after battling with brain tumour.

Paul came to St John’s College from Canberra to study Engineering. His 1979 Ave Atque Vale tribute is a testament to the wonderful times he had building many friendships at St John’s. 

“…While in residence at John’s, Stapo has provided us with some much appreciated light entertainment. Like the time he decided to take up running “tout a’round” the Uni for exercise, with Chicken Man (alias Doc “Legs” Connors)…Paul won many College Scholarships during his stay at the College. (He) left John’s half-way through the year to co-habitate with another ex-Collegian, Michael Ell…We wish Stapo the best of luck in the coming year, when he hopes to visit the sunny shores of South Africa…We are sure that his College experience will help with any obstacles that he may have to hurdle.”

Paul leaves behind his partner Sandra along with his other beloved family members who cherish their times with him.  He was laid to rest in Lake Macquarie.

RIP, Paul.