Board of Directors

President

John Osborn

John is a retired Captain with Kingston Fire and Rescue, concluding an impressive 38-year career in fire service. During his time in the service, he also served as Regional Manager with Correctional Services of Canada, further broadening his leadership experience in public safety.

Over the years, John has contributed his expertise through various Board of Directors roles, including with a neighbourhood association and a Fire Department Association. Today, he remains actively involved in his community by facilitating First Aid, CPR, and AED training for organizations across Ontario.

A strong believer in the value of community walking clubs and social connection, John has dedicated many years of volunteer service to helping ensure the King’s Town Trekkers remains active, welcoming, and sustainable.

Vice-President

Sheree Abram-Tilk

Sheree is a retired Executive Director of a large group of not-for-profit child care centres. During her tenure, she worked closely with the Board and leadership team to strengthen the organization’s operations and position it for continued growth and long-term success within the community.

Prior to this role, Sheree worked as a consultant with Halton Region, where she supported Early Childhood Educators, Supervisors, Operators, Boards of Directors, and community agencies in developing and delivering high-quality programs for children and families. Her experience also spans a wide range of settings, where she worked directly with parents and children, supporting them to meet their unique needs.

Sheree is a strong believer that every individual brings a valuable perspective to the table, and that it is this diversity of experience and insight that builds strong, effective organizations. Her commitment to collaboration, engagement, and community connection is what makes her involvement with King’s Town Trekkers especially meaningful.

Secretary

Gail McNabb

Gail wrapped up an impressive 38-year career in public health and medical laboratories, marked by curiosity, leadership, and a passion for excellence. As a university graduate, she built a dynamic career that took her across the country—holding roles as Technical Coordinator, Manager, Accreditation Officer, and Instructor. Along the way, she contributed her expertise to respected health care institutions.

Even before retiring in 2016, Gail embraced an active lifestyle, taking on golf, half-marathons, mini-triathlons, and even a provincial marathon. Retirement didn’t slow her down—it inspired her to be close to family, especially her three granddaughters.

These days, Gail fills her time with travel adventures, rounds of golf and curling, lively book club discussions, and cherished family moments. And when she’s not exploring the world, you’ll likely find her out for a walk with the King’s Town Trekkers, enjoying every step of this exciting new chapter.

Treasurer

Joan Puddister

For Joan, a career in finance was a passport to the world. As a military spouse, she mastered the art of adaptability, bringing her sharp financial skills to positions across Canada—from St. John’s to Calgary and Fredericton—as well as overseas in Lahr and Berlin, Germany. She eventually brought this rich, global perspective back to Ontario, wrapping up her career with the Limestone District School Board Finance Department.

Since retiring in 2016, Joan has traded balancing ledgers for building community. An active civic leader, she dedicates her time to volunteering with Kingston General Hospital and serving with the Kingston Police Community Volunteers. When she isn’t volunteering, you can find her on the trails. As an avid walker and member of the King’s Town Trekkers, Joan loves staying moving—enjoying the fresh air, physical fitness, and great conversation that keep her deeply connected to the Kingston community she calls home.

Trailmaster

Sue Osborn

Sue has served multiple terms as President of the King’s Town Trekkers and has also represented Ontario as a Director on the Canadian Volkssport Federation Board. Her dedication is evident in every aspect of the club’s activities, where her leadership and enthusiasm continue to make a lasting impact.

Sue’s commitment to volunteering began following her retirement as Children’s Service Coordinator with a local family resource centre. Her career reflects a deep commitment to care and community, including roles as a Child Care Centre Director and as a Registered Nurse working in general surgery, recovery, surgical intensive care, and with VON.

Her wealth of experience, combined with her passion for community involvement, continues to shape and strengthen the King’s Town Trekkers.

Membership Director

Dolorès Cléroux

Dolorès joined the Kingston Newcomers and Alumni Club, where she quickly built friendships and became involved in book clubs, table games, events, and volunteer roles, including managing the membership list. She also volunteers with her church and Bereaved Families of Ontario, co-facilitating group meetings and offering one-on-one support. More recently, she has volunteered at bingo events that support local organizations, including the francophone group Les Tréteaux de Kingston.

Staying active is important to Dolorès. After moving in 2023, she joined exercise classes at the Seniors Centre, and in 2025 she became a member of both the King’s Town Trekkers and the Rideau Trail Association, where she enjoys walking and the social connections.

Dolorès loves to travel whenever she can, especially to visit her daughter in Montréal and her son in Amsterdam. She also enjoy dog and cat sitting while traveling, combining her love of animals with new experiences.

Special Events Director

Donna McAllister

Donna retired after a successful 28-year career in a prominent publishing company, where she held a variety of management positions. Her responsibilities included managing support staff, preparing budgets, and organizing out-of-town sales trips and sales awards events.

Following her retirement, Donna established her own IT consulting business, working with a team responsible for data testing and transitioning information from a legacy database to a new Siebel platform.

Exercise has always been an important part of Donna’s life, and her involvement with the King’s Town Trekkers is a natural extension of that commitment.

Special Events Director

Maureen Bartram

Coming soon.

Technology Director

Darrell Kundrik

Raised on a farm, Darrell developed a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving from an early age. That curiosity naturally led him into the world of electronics and computing, where he began his career working with computers so large you could literally step inside them.

As technology evolved and systems became smaller and more accessible, Darrell expanded his skills through additional training in Information Technology to stay current in a rapidly changing field.

His career eventually led him to work in the area of turbine systems on Wolfe Island. In that role, he served as a Unix Systems Manager and Database Administrator, with responsibility for critical disaster recovery planning and support.

Member at Large

Glen McAllister

Glen built his career in logistics and warehousing management, including nineteen years in the music industry and work with several 3PL warehouses, before retiring.

He has served on a Board of Directors as Membership Director and also worked as a licensed Realtor, giving him a broad range of experience. This diverse background helps him contribute to and support the continued growth of the King’s Town Trekkers Walking Club.

Past President

Doug Woods

Doug spent many years hiking the Bruce Trail while living northwest of Toronto. After retiring from the banking industry in 2015, he and his wife relocated to Kingston.

Once in the Kingston area, Doug saw joining the King’s Town Trekkers in 2017 as a natural next step. Since then, he has been an active member and a member of the Board, finding his involvement both rewarding and fulfilling. Doug’s grandchildren now take up much of his time, as he enjoys watching and participating in their activities—they certainly keep him active. Trekking also keeps him socially engaged, and he considers it a great club to be part of.