MARVIS CAMILLE TUTIAH

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

• I was a student in Ms Tutiah's English class at WPC in the 60's. She was an inspiration to me, and instilled a sense of confidence in me about my ability to write. We became as close as a student could be to a teacher who was held in awe because of her intellect and personal warmth. Her trust in me even extended to my helping her with driving lessons around Windsor Park. She left such an impression on me (and with many others in her classes) that I later went on to write professional materials and novels. It was a shock to hear only lately of her passing. She is remembered with great affection. (April 22, 2020) - Posted by: Stuart Whitley (student (high school)) on: Apr 22, 2020

• I too was a student at WPC who remembers “Eustacia” Titiah as I recall her. I too remember the pen, the presence, (the green shawl) and the cupboard which contained her own books which she was willing to share and loan, although it was years later that I realized the power of the Aldous Huxley titles, The Doors of Perception, and Heaven and Hell. Unless my memory has embroidered one story I swear I heard her say, “When Bob Goulet comes to town... he stays at my house.” Ron Robinson - Posted by: Ron Robinson (Student) on: Aug 19, 2019

• I worked for Marvis and Arlene at Hyperion Press during the '90s. Almost 30 years later I am still using the skills I acquired there: page layout and design, computer graphics (they were early adopters in using software for this task) and writing instructions for "how-tos". I am still grateful for what I learned from them both, and am sorry to learn of Marvis' passing. I also remember how devoted she was to her family, particularly her granddaughter. My condolences to her family. - Posted by: T Cameron (Employee) on: Aug 14, 2018

• As a student at Windsor Park Collegiate, I had the good fortunate to be in Ms. Tutiah's English class. She was a wonderful teacher. She gave me a greater appreciation of literature and improved my writing skills, and I will always be grateful to her for that. - Posted by: Ralph Davis (High school student) on: Feb 24, 2018

• I was a late addition to Windsor Park Collegiate (WPC). I have vivid memories of my 1st day in Gr. 12 English and my introduction to Ms. Tutiah. She commanded a presence. With raven hair and impeccably dressed, she entered with a confident carriage, eager to teach 'her class'. Her favorite icon was conspicuous on her desk; her favorite plumed scented pen. It may have seemed odd and somewhat exotic in that setting. More likely it was a fitting prop to introduce the class to one of her favorite characters: Eustacia Vye, a black-haired, exotically beautiful young woman living with her grandfather in a lonely house on Egdon Heath. Eustacia is portrayed in her own mind as a regal figure often wandering her own classroom, the heath. Lucky me to have seen Diggory Venn and the other characters of 'Return of the Native' brought to life through the eyes of Ms. Tutiah. Thank you for your passion for the English language and for your passion for teaching. - Posted by: Sandy MacIver (student) on: Feb 24, 2018

• It was a pleasure to have worked with Marvis for several years. Her grammatical acumen was second to none and she was always someone to turn to when discussing some aspect of writing or specifically of the English language. May she rest in literary peace. - Posted by: Robert Dixon (Co-worker) on: Feb 24, 2018