It is with great sadness that the Department of Recreation and Athletics acknowledges the passing of Theresa Humes-Thomassin who was instrumental in making women's sports and recreational activities a proud tradition at Concordia University.
Theresa began working in the Department of Recreation and Athletics in 1975. Her first responsibility was women's intramurals, where she was inspired by the eagerness of the students and their commitment to fitness.
In 1978, Theresa took over the duties of Director of Women's Athletics. She pushed for excellence and equality in women's sports in an era when it was not fashionable to do so. Under her tutelage women's programs not only survived but flourished.
While she took great pride in the accomplishments of all the teams, women's hockey always held a special place in her heart. In 1985, the women's hockey team honored her by naming its prestigious annual tournament after her.
Theresa was inducted into the Concordia Sports Hall of Fame as a builder in 1997.
Resting at Collins Clarke Funeral Home, 222 Highway 20 (Cartier exit 49), Pointe Claire, Que. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 30, 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, July 1, 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. A celebration of her life will be held at St. John Fisher Parish, 120 Summerhill Ave., Pointe Claire on Friday, July 2 at 11 a.m.
