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Weekend-long chalk memorial for former Cardinal Newman student Ben Zwolak

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A weekend-long chalk memorial will be held at Hamilton’s St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School parking lot this weekend for former student Benjamin Zwolak.

Zwolak passed away on Monday September 21st. Ben’s uncle Matt Zwolak, a teacher at John Henry Newman, says it was due to a sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS).

The memorial was started by former classmate Kevin Geenen to help bring together former students and the community to pay respect to Zwolak’s life. In an Instagram post Geenan said, “let’s stick together. Let’s mourn together. And let’s be there together in any way we can.” Geenan has also set up posters to sign your name. Chalk, pens, and sanitizer will be provided.

Zwolak, 21, was a graduate of the class of 2017. He was a multi-sport athlete who was described as having an impact both on and off the field.

Zwolak’s family is requesting those who knew Ben to share memories with them by emailing memoriesofbenzwolak@gmail.com.

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