The Editor, Sir:

When I heard of the passing of George Thompson, affectionately called by all and sundry 'George T', tears came to my eyes. Although the entire Kingston College family and others knew that George 'T' had been ailing for some time, his death still came as a shock.

As so many of us can attest, our sojourn through Kingston College as students was strengthened and influenced by the calm and serene but firm and purposeful voice of George 'T'. He gave up his well-paid job to be at KC. He spent countless hours doing what he did best - coaching the football team. But his influence went beyond the football field. He saw to the welfare of many youngsters, often providing money for lunch, bus fare, sportswear, books and other academic requirements for boys who simply could not afford those things.

I am prepared to contribute to an annual George Thompson Scholarship which would be awarded to the most disciplined member of the Kingston College football team.

May his soul rest in peace. Fortis.

I am, etc.,

DELANO FRANKLYN

delanofranklyn@gmail.com