St Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace former headmaster Ted Magee dies at 81
A former elite school headmaster has been remembered as a “humble, genuine and deeply pastoral leader”, following his death at age 81.
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Former Catholic school headmaster Lionel “Ted” Magee has died over the weekend at the age of 81, being remembered as a “humble, genuine and deeply pastoral leader”.
Br Magee, who was born in Bundaberg in 1944, was the headmaster of St Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace in Brisbane between 1990 and 1992, and is a former principal of St Edmund’s College in Ipswich, Shalom College in Bundaberg and Cathedral College in Rockhampton, becoming a household name across Queensland.
Gregory Terrace Old Boys’ Association said his quiet determination and commitment left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
“During his tenure, he introduced the house system to the college — a courageous and, at the time, controversial initiative,” a statement read.
“While not universally embraced at first, the house system has become a cornerstone of the Terrace experience, shaping the strong sense of belonging, support, and connection that old boys often speak so fondly of today.
“Brother Magee’s legacy lives on not only through the structures he helped to establish but through the spirit of community and care he modelled so faithfully.
“He will be remembered with great affection and gratitude by many in the terrace old boy network and beyond.”
St Edmund’s College, where Mr Magee spent 12 years in its education, remembered him as a humble, talented and deeply faithful man.
“Ted had a marked positive effect on all those who were in his orbit,” the school said in a statement.
“Ted spoke quietly, listened intently, acted courageously and cast a long shadow not only here at Eddies but also in Brothers Leagues Club and Confraternity Shield circles.
“An excellent orator, Ted was generous with his wit and wisdom and his words inspired many.”
Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton Most Reverend Michael McCarthy gave thanks to his contribution.
“Br Ted has been very much a part of our diocese,” he said.
“Please remember Br Ted’s family at this time.”
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