18th May 2013: Dr. Pip Jones
With regret the Association advises of the death of one of our Senior Anselmians, Dr Pip Jones.
A well known Doctor on the Wirral for many years, said to have delivered many of the babies born in Birkenhead, Pip attended the College during the 1940's - was a keen sportsman and raconteur and lived in Noctorum until very recently.
Pip's funeral is at 11am on Tuesday, 28th May, at St. Saviour's Oxton
May he Rest in Peace
16th May 2013: Reverend Br. Duignan
The Association is saddened to hear of the recent death of Reverend Brother Duignan, former Headmaster of Redcourt for more than 25 years. Brother Duignan was 92yrs old and had lived in retirement for some years in Nenagh, Tipperary amongst the Christian Brothers Community, where he was buried on 4th May. First coming to England during the war years, he taught in Edinburgh, Stoke on Trent and Blackpool before coming to Birkenhead, where he lived in Outwood the former Brother's House for 40 years. A keen rugby player, gardener and outdoorsman - Brother Duignan once spent more than 2 years painting and restoring the now iconic College 'golden' gates at the foot of Manor Hill.
8th April 2013: Ian McCabe
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of former teacher Ian McCabe (former Head of Biology and Cross Country). Ian also served with distinction as a Wirral Magistrate for 23 years, retiring in 2005. May he Rest in Peace
26th February 2013: Diana Smith
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Diana Smith, wife of Reg - brother of TA and Ken Smith. May she Rest in Peace.
31st January 2013: Shaun Corrigan
The Association is saddened to learn of the death of Shaun Corrigan, who died suddenly in Australia in March 2012. His funeral was at St John’s, New Ferry in April 2012. He was aged 40, and left the College in 1989. May he Rest in Peace.
21st December 2012: Roger Hawney
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Roger Hawney who attended the College 1949-54. Roger most recently attended the Anselmian Dinner in 2012. We are notified his funeral will take place on Monday 7th January at Christchurch, Bebington. Our condolences to his family.
10th December 2012: Vincent Simmons
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Vincent Simmons (1943-1948) on 21st November 2012. After a short period of service in the RAF, he served for 25 years in the Metropolitan Police. He is survived by his wife Hazel and by six children and nine grandchildren. May he Rest in Peace.
7th December 2012: Brian McDonald
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Brian Mcdonald an Anselmian and founder member of the Old Anselmians Rugby Club. May he Rest in Peace.
31st October 2012: Gregory Scott
The Association is saddened to learn of the death of Gregory Scott, who who died peacefully with his family at St. John's Hospice early this morning. He attended the College from 1975-82. We would like to convey our sincere condolences to his family. May he Rest in Peace.
2nd October 2012: Chris Downey
The Association offers its congratutions to Anselmian Chris Downey of the Royal Marines on his recent award of the Military Cross for actions in Afghanistan
29th September 2012: Gerry Quirke
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Gerry Quirke, who attended the College from 1949-56. Gerry joined the Army following University and reached the rank of Brigadier in the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Latterly residing in Wiltshire, we send our condolences to his family.
28th July 2012: Tim Delaney
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Tim Delaney, youngest brother of John, Phil and Tony, a Holy Cross family. May he Rest in Peace.
28th May 2012: Peter Worthington
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Peter Worthington, aged 75. Peter was an old boy of the College and a dedicated Rugby player. He went on to become an architect.
The funeral will be held at Christ the King; Bromborough at 12 noon on Friday 1st June. May he Rest in Peace.
24th April 2012: Joseph Gaughan
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Joseph (Joe) Gaughan, lately living in Greasby, who is survived by his wife Joan and family. May he Rest in Peace.
18th February 2012: Dr. Brendan Freeman RIP
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Dr Brendan Freeman. Dr Freeman attended the College during the war years and was a keen rugby player and cricketer. Having spent a distinguished medical career both overseas in Malaysia and more recently in general practice in Derbyshire, he leaves behind a wife Elizabeth and children Caroline, Helen and Sean. May he Rest in Peace
28th November 2011: Ross McManus RIP
The Association is saddened to learn of the recent death of Ross McManus who attended the College from 1938 - 1945. A renowned musician and trumpet player, in the 1950's, 60's & 70's he performed with Joe Loss and his orchestra, and was the father of singer Elvis Costello. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
11th October 2011: Michael Trotter RIP
The Association is also saddened to learn of the recent death of Michael Trotter. He was at the College from 1949 to 1958, starting in the Prep school at Redcourt. May he rest in peace.
29th September 2011: Professor Terence O'Donnell RIP
The Association is saddened to learn of the death of former pupil Professor Terence O' Donnell, who attended the College during the Second World War and is believed to be the first Anselmian to study at Cambridge in 1945. Later in his career he was a Professor at Lancaster University. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
The Anselmian Association was established by ex pupils of the College over 65 years ago to help keep the Old Boy's community alive.
We aim to:
Be a forum for Old Boys to keep in touch, both with each other and with St Anselm's College today.
Hold reunion events at the College (and elsewhere) during the year. Annual events include the Old Boys Dinner in November & VI Form leavers Barbeque in July.
Provide networking & mentoring opportunities where possible for younger boys leaving the College and needing support.
Playing an active part in St Anselm's College community life, supporting the school’s fundraising and social activities.
The Association acts as the custodian of the Boards of Remembrance & Record of Headmasters & Head Boys of the
College in the Main Hall.
This site also contains historical photographs from the College’s history and is added to regularly.
Membership of the Association is £10 per year for a full member.
- The Headmaster of the school is the President of the Anselmian Association and a committee elected by its members at the Annual General Meeting in November manages the Association.
Paul Radcliffe (Chairman)
Joe Green (Treasurer)