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³Ô¹ÏÍø mourns the passing of retired professor R. John Kominar
Sept. 19, 2023
³Ô¹ÏÍø mourns the passing of , a former professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. John passed away on Sept. 15, 2023, at the age of 82.
John’s teaching career at ³Ô¹ÏÍø began in 1969 and spanned 35 years. He retired in 2006 and is fondly remembered by colleagues and former students.
John leaves behind his wife Patricia, children Kerri, John, Kris and Koni, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and many friends.
A funeral service will be held on Sept. 23, 2023, at , 171 King St. S. in Waterloo, beginning at 11 a.m. Condolences for the family may be shared at www.erbgood.com. Donations to a charity of your choice are preferred in lieu of flowers.
As ³Ô¹ÏÍø mourns the loss of John, the university is focused on offering support and ensuring the well-being of students, faculty and staff. ³Ô¹ÏÍø reminds students, staff and faculty of the support services available:
- Student Wellness Centres: 548.889.3239 (Waterloo), 519.756.8228 x5803 (Brantford) or wellness@wlu.ca. Here 24/7: 1.844.437.3247.
- Delton Glebe Counselling Centre: 519.884.3305 or glebecentre@wlu.ca.
- Dean of Students’ Office: deanofstudentswl@wlu.ca (Waterloo) or deanofstudentsbr@wlu.ca (Brantford).
- ³Ô¹ÏÍø Human Resources employee and family assistance program: 1.800.663.1142
- ³Ô¹ÏÍø's Special Constable Service: 519.885.3333 (Waterloo) or 519.770.3778 (Brantford).