He earned his doctorate from the University of Reading in
England, immigrated in 1979 to join the faculty of animal and poultry science
at the University of Guelph, was promoted from assistant to associate professor
in 1985 and served as full professor from 1990 to 2009.
He specialized in sheep and animals' reproductive
performance, shifting to focus on dairy.
He developed a small flock of Charolais sheep on his farm
near Guelph.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Valerie, and two
children, Tom and Jen, and their spouses and children.
In lieu of a formal service, he asked for a party which will
be Sept. 23 at the Puslinch Community Centre. Donations are welcomed for the
University of Guelph Dairy Challenge Initiative.
