In Memoriam: Donald L. Tollefson, Ph.D.
b. April 5, 1931 d. February 16, 2005
..drawn in 2001 by Adam Zyglis '04 upon Don's retirementDr. Donald L. Tollefson, Professor Emeritus of Psychology, died from injuries he received when he was hit by a car while walking near his home. Dr. Tollefson founded the Psychology Department at Canisius in 1966 and was its chair for many years. After retiring, he freely gave of his time and talents to many charitable causes. His energy, enthusiasm, and thoughtfulness impacted both fellow faculty and students through many years of service, and we will miss him greatly. Through a generous gift to the department, Don provided funding for the DonaldTollefstonMemorialLectureship.
Resolution of the Canisius College Faculty Senate:
The Faculty Senate of Canisius College sends its deepest condolences to the many friends, colleagues, and former students of Professor Donald Tollefson, founding chairperson of the Psychology Department of Canisius College.
Teacher, scholar, advisor, administrator, and friend, Dr. Tollefson
enriched the lives of all those he met. A talented cartoonist, students recall with fondness his fine sketches of Sigmund Freud, Karen Horney and other important psychologists.
We will miss Dr. Tollefson's s energetic presence and, most of all, his gentle wisdom.
May the Lord grant this man of deep faith and great wisdom eternal rest.
Teacher, scholar, advisor, administrator, and friend, Dr. Tollefson
enriched the lives of all those he met. A talented cartoonist, students recall with fondness his fine sketches of Sigmund Freud, Karen Horney and other important psychologists.
We will miss Dr. Tollefson's s energetic presence and, most of all, his gentle wisdom.
May the Lord grant this man of deep faith and great wisdom eternal rest.
