Yesterday a former colleague was instantly killed in a car accident. What a shock!
Ted influenced students, fellow teachers, parents and the community at large.
Ted started his career at the school I was teaching in. Throughout my career I made it a habit to keenly watch new teachers who came out with the latest teaching techniques. I learned much from Ted.
Ted was super organized so the kids had excellent material that was well presented. Parents were always well informed as Ted was an excellent communicator.
Ted came from a very promising professional hockey career. Ted decided to leave hockey and enter education. We were lucky for that choice. Through out his career he found time to coach competitive hockey teams in the community.
Ted was the best family man I ever met. He thought his wife and kids were the greatest and treated that way.
Ted became a school administrator and put his incredible effort and ideas to that leadership.
What a shock! Ted was just a few months away from retirement.
I will miss him greatly along with all the other people he came in contact with.
So sorry for your loss, Red. Your words paint a beautiful picture of Ted, as a teacher, a leader, and a devoted family man. It’s clear how deeply he touched so many lives, including yours. John
ReplyDeleteOh my, so sorry for the loss of your colleague. Suddenly is so hard. It sounds like Ted left a wonderful legacy for the school and community. I didn't know heaven needed teachers and hockey players. He surely left students with many good character-building lessons. This one is rough. Be sure to take good care of yourself too. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to read this. What a tremendous loss. Ted sounds like the kind of teacher every school hopes for and rarely gets. Organized, innovative, steady, and generous with his time, both in the classroom and on the ice. Leaving a promising hockey career to invest in students says so much about the man he was. Do you have one memory of him that always makes you smile? I hope you enjoy a peaceful weekend as you contemplate a life that undoubtedly made a significant impact.
ReplyDeleteThis is heartbreaking. His dedication and kindness shine through your memories. Thinking of his family and community.
ReplyDeleteHappy Sunday my friend
What a shock for you! I'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteI love the fact that as an older, more experienced teacher you did not look down on new recruits but actively sought to learn from them. Ted's death is such a terrible tragedy and it is a crying shame that he never experienced the reward of the happy retirement that he richly deserved. His immediate family must be devastated.
ReplyDeleteCar accident is a terrible event for the victim and also dreadfully cruel to those left.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss, Keith.
Sad news for his family and friends. x
ReplyDeleteYou remind me of a couple of students who were in fatal car crashes.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for the loss of your colleague! It is sad he was not able to enjoy his retirement.
ReplyDeleteSorry to read this, Red. Sounds like Ted made a wonderful contribution to his students and all who knew him.
ReplyDeleteA sudden death is such a shock. What a tragic loss for your colleague's family, friends and community. My sympathy, Red. It sounds like your friend was a born teacher and I admire your openness toward learning everything you could from other teachers, no matter their age.
ReplyDeleteOh no, that's horrible! I'm so sorry about your friend Ted.
ReplyDeleteMy condolences on the loss. May the perpetual light forever shine upon Ted.
ReplyDeleteThat is so sad. My condolences to all who knew and loved him.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, I am so sorry for your loss!
ReplyDeleteSorry about your friend, Red. Such a shock!
ReplyDeleteYour tribute to your previous colleague was heartwarming dear Red🥹
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for your loss 🙏
Your words reflect your liking and respect for Ted!
I feel truly inspired by people with virtues Ted had ,he surely was very special and exceptional person who enlightened many others world with his followable values and character!
I also feel great admiration for how you were open to learn from juniors ,it shows your greatness as a person and teacher