University Community Mourns the Passing of Leo â??Kirtâ?? Mombourquette

Kirt Mombourquette, a long-time assistant coach with the UNB Varsity Reds men's basketball team, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Oct. 2, in Fredericton. He was 37 years old.

Kirt was born in Sydney, N.S. and played basketball for both Cape Breton University and the University of New Brunswick. An outstanding student-athlete, he earned his Bachelor of Education at UNB in 2002 and also achieved CIS Academic All-Canadian status.

Kirt spent many years as an instructor with the UNB summer basketball camps here in Fredericton and joined the coaching staff in 2005. He was also a full-time physical education teacher at Connaught Street School.

An avid sports enthusiast, Kirt loved spending time with family and friends. He was a wonderful father who adored his family.

Visitation will take place at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive, Fredericton, today and Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m. at Sunset Church with Rev. Gary Cowper officiating.

The flags will be lowered in front of Sir Howard Douglas Hall on Thursday.

Counseling services are available for students by calling 453-4820. Faculty and staff can access counseling services by calling 1-866-347-2067. Kirt's full obituary can be found at http://www.yorkfh.com/Obituaries/65443/

I am sure that you will join me in offering heartfelt condolences to Kirt's family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Eddy Campbell,
President & Vice-Chancellor