Keith Sidwell was born on October 17, 1925 in Hawkshaw, New Brunswick to parents Hazel and Ottie. He was very proud of the university education he received at the University of New Brunswick, where he graduated with a BSc in Geology in 1947. Keith also achieved great success as a guard on the UNB basketball team, winning the 1945 national championships. In recognition of this accomplishment, he was inducted into the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame in 1977.
Keith's lengthy career began as a geologist where much of his work took him to the Northwest Territories. Later, Keith had a long and distinguished career with the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). Following his retirement, Keith enthusiastically supported retiree activities at CSA and maintained close ties with longtime colleagues and friends. He was an avid curler in Fredericton, at the Glebe Curling Club in Ottawa and for 40 years at the Dixie Curling Club in Mississauga, where he served as President for several terms.
Keith’s zest for life and wonderful sense of humour were well recognized by all who knew him. His passion for sports inspired a similar love in his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He took pride in his beautiful garden and sparkling pool. His family was regularly treated to his gourmet cooking, as well as his famous date squares. Keith’s enthusiasm for travel took him all over the world and his recall for special destinations was astounding. Keith’s legacy is his deep love of family and his unparalleled passion for life.
Keith set up a bursary from his estate as a tribute to his parents, Hazel and Ottie. When he was 17, his parents ensured that he was sent to Fredericton with enough funds for his room and board and his schooling at UNB. The Hazel and Ottie Sidwell Bursary is a tribute to their legacy.
You may support the Hazel and Ottie Sidwell Bursary by donating online or by mailing a contribution to our offices in Saint John or Fredericton. Thank you for your support.
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