Monday, October 31, 2011
Dear members of the Kieswetter family, Although Harry was only a year older than myself, and we went to the same schools, I really did not get to know him until I was Pastor of the Hispanic Catholic Communities of Waterloo, Wellington and Brant counties. We often used the facilities at St. Joseph's School, where Harry was Principal. We often sat and talked in his office, and I got to know the sincere, caring and gifted man that he was. He cared immensely for his students and their well-being, in particular those most troubled. I always thought that he had the students 'eating out of his hand' as they trusted and respected him greatly. He could be 'one of them' on occasions, yet knew how to be a fair and just disciplinarian when that was necessary. His love of life and his vocation of education were obvious on each and every encounter. I was always happy to help him with translating for Hispanic parents at St. Joseph's and St. Aloysius. He has made a difference in so many lives - including mine! I will be remembering all of you in these days at the loss of Harry - an exceptional husband and father, son and brother, uncle, colleague and friend. May our faith in the resurrection of Jesus from the dead give you peace, knowing that he is with his Saviour and still accompanies us spiritually. I have been remembering him in my Masses and prayers, and will continue to do so. God bless you all! Rev. Paul S. Voisin, C.R., Pastor, St. Patrick's Parish; Vicar General of the Diocese of Hamilton in Bermuda
