Welcome

Welcome to the website for the David Thompson Secondary School's Class of 1976. The 40th reunion for the David Thompson Secondary Class of 1976 was held on September 17, 2016 at the Town & Country Inn, Delta, British Columbia. For many of us, it had been 40 years...

COMING SOON: 45th Class Reunion in 2021

The 45th anniversary of the graduation of the 1976 class from David Thompson Secondary school in Vancouver, British Columbia is 2021. We hope to host a reunion and will begin planning soon. Reunion announcements will be posted here and on our class Facebook group (side note in sidebar)....

David Thompson 60th Anniversary: October 13, 2018

This event was held 13 October from 5 pm until 10 pm at the school 1755 E 55th Ave, Vancouver, BC Here is the official announcement:   David Thompson Secondary turns a grand "60" this year! Calling all grads, alumni, and their special ones "back to school" for...

Fraserview Baby Boomer Picnic: July 28, 2018

This event was held July 28, 2018 from noon until late afternoon at Bobolink Park (south east lawn below the hill). This was the second annual picnic organized by the Fraserview Baby Boomer Facebook group.  "Bring a lawn chair or blanket, your own food, and non-alcoholic refreshments. Sunbrellas...

Wayne Saunders, 1957-1991

Saunders, Wayne Albert May 23, 1957 - September 26, 1991 After high school, Wayne married Carolyn Driscoll from our class at David Thompson. At the time of his death, he was a courier working for Metro McNair Clinical Lab and the couple lived on Sperling Avenue in Burnaby....

Corrine Roberts

1976 Yearbook Corinne enjoys just sitting around with friends and having a good time.  She will not forget her Grade 8 Cooking Class (all those burnt cookie sheets), and to the school she leaves an empty locker. ...

George Popp, 1957-1982

August 29, 1957- February 21, 1982 George grew up on Upland Drive in Fraserview. At the time of his death, he was an apprentice drywaller working in the construction industry.  George died in a car accident that happened in the early hours of February 21, 1982 on Marine...

Randy Ohr, 1958-2016

1976 Yearbook Randy would like to forget his broken nose he got playing rugby. He wants to become a professional truck driver and travel across Canada with…? (he didn’t say). ...

Tom McGuire

1976 Yearbook Tom will always remember his Grade 8 Drama Class. This down-to-earth guy can often be found doing good deeds with Jo. Thanks for all your help and don’t forget your “fantastic” registration class. ...

Jim Marshall, 1958-2002

Memorial Published in Vancouver Sun/Province on September 21, 2008 MARSHALL, Jim (James McCreadie) October 30, 1958 - September 20, 2002 Only a memory of bygone days,  And a sigh for a face unseen;  But a constant feeling that God alone  Knows just what should have been. Lovingly remembered by family and...

Rob Lygo, 1957-2014

Obituary LYGO, Robert Alexander October 21, 1957 – May 3, 2014 Born in Vancouver, he moved to Surrey in 1984. He passed suddenly. Survived by his mother Marilyn Lygo; sister Sharon Marie; brother Lance (Monika) Hicks; and many nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, and uncles. NSBR, instead a Celebration...

Gary Jones

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Charlene Hilliard, 1959-2010

Obituary MASON, Charlene Diane February 6, 1959 - November 13, 2010 Our bright, brilliant, beautiful shooting star, Charlene Mason (nee Hilliard) passed away peacefully but far too soon, on Saturday, November 13, 2010 after a nine-year battle with non-hodgkins lymphoma. Predeceased by her father, Henry Hilliard, she leaves...

Bill Gibson, 1958-2005

Obituary  GIBSON _ William J. (Bill) It is with immeasurable sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and husband on April 16, 2005, in Langley, B.C. Born May 12, 1958 in Vancouver. Left to celebrate Bill's life are, his wife Tracey, his parents William and Audrey,...

Bonnie Der, 1957-2001

Obituary DER, Bonnie G.B.  Passed away peacefully on August 20, 2011 to be with her Lord Jesus after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her parents, sister, brothers, nieces and nephew. Bonnie was a quiet and reserved person with a big and generous heart she...

Betty Bodnar, 1958-2015

Elizabeth Maria (Bodnar) AMOS Born: Fri., Apr. 11, 1958 Died: Mon., Jun. 22, 2015 Port Alberni, BC 1976 Yearbook After grad Betty is going to California. She favours study and lunch hour in her school day and spend most of her time with C.G. Betty’s favourite sports are...

Alan Atkins, 1958-2005

Alan became a figure skater, competing in many regional, national and international competitions. Alan came in third in the pairs category with Martine Vigouret at the Canadian Figure Skating Championships in 1978. He later became a skating coach at the Arbutus Club in Vancouver and has an award...

Jill Atkins, 1958-2005

Obituary CHARPENTIER _ Jill Elaine (Upshaw, Atkins)  May 10th, 1958 - September 1st, 2005 It is with great sadness that Jill's family announces her passing after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. She will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her husband Franc; sons Brad (Jen),...

40th Reunion a success!

Thanks to everyone who attended our 40th Reunion on September 17, 2016. We had a fabulous time visiting old friends and reminiscing. Photos have been posted to our class Facebook group. If you are not on Facebook and would like to see photos, please send a message and...

Confirmed Reunion Schedule for September 17 & 18

With just two weeks from today until the reunion, here's the confirmed schedule. If you are available in the afternoon, please come anytime after 4 pm to spend as much time with your classmates as possible. Saturday September 17 4-6:30 pm - On-site check-in: Drop by the registration table in...