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Sharon Ingram Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

SHARON A. INGRAM Sharon A. Ingram, 61, of Lilburn, Georgia, died on November 3, 2006 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, after a courageous nine-year struggle with cancer. Born in Peckville, Pennsylvania, she was the wife of Dr. Charles E. Ingram, to whom she was married for 22 years. She was the daughter of the late Walter S. and Vera J. Baldan Szymanski. She graduated with honors from Marywood College and had a distinguished 39-year career as a high school English and Latin teacher, primarily at Valley View High School in Archbald, Pennsylvania, and Parkview High School in Lilburn, Georgia. She was named STAR Teacher at Parkview three times, and in 1990 she was named the STAR Teacher for the state of Georgia. A superbly gifted teacher, she was well known among Georgia Latin teachers for the many honors her students earned each year on the National Latin Examination. Her students, however, also knew her as a warm and loving person who cared about them as people as well. She was a member of the American Classical League as well as various other professional organizations. She loved music, art, theater, and traveling. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her brother, Alan Szymanski of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a niece, Avery Hill, of Lancaster, and numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter's Cathedral, 315 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas Muldowney as Celebrant. Viewing will take place between 9:00 and 9:30 at the cathedral. Final commendation and farewell will be held at St. Catherine's Cemetery in Moscow, Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter's Cathedral, Scranton, or a charity of the donor's choice.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Nov. 7, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Sharon Ingram

35 Entries

Beth Nichols

April 30, 2007

I cannot begin to say how sad I am to hear of Mrs. Ingram's passing. I was so fortunate to have her as my Latin teacher for 2 years at Parkview. Some of my most memorable moments were spent in that class with her. She was always so cheerful and happy in class. I never saw her have a "bad" day with us. Her love for teaching, for Latin, and for her students was very obvious everytime we were with her.

I am a teacher now, too, and I reference her at least once a week in my classes! She inspired me to be the best I can, and continues to influence me everyday, She touched everyone who knew her and is *that* teacher who will never be forgotten. I wish I had come to visit like I always wanted over the years. I am so sorry for your loss, Dr. Ingram. She spoke so highly of you everyday!! I was just telling my students the story about "Da Capital" the other day in class!

Bona Fortuna and Vale! Vale! Mrs. Ingram! You will be deeply missed here on earth, but know that your legend will live on down here! I love you, Mrs. Ingram!

Jamie Scribner

April 24, 2007

I took two years of Latin from Mrs. Ingram at Parkview. I now have a love for Latin I did not expect to ever have. She was by far one of the most amazing and memorable teachers I have ever had. She truly loved her job and students and that was shown through everything she did. She will be truly missed. God Bless.

Dan Mahoney

November 30, 2006

I was blessed to have been one of Mrs. Ingram's students when she taught American Literature at Valley View High School in Archbald, PA. Simply put, her passion for teaching left me with a passion for learning. I was a 16 year-old kid who, thanks to Mrs. Ingram's influence, developed a life-long love for the works of Edgar Allen Poe and Edgar Lee Masters.

I'm now a 47 year-old professor of accounting, and my home library includes the prose and poetry of Poe and Masters. Incidentally, among my collection of books is Masters' "The Spoon River Anthology"- a book that Mrs. Ingram gave to me many years ago after she noticed my fascination with its many characters. I shall treasure it always, just as I shall treasure the memories I have of this truly wonderful lady - and a true lady she was.

It is my hope that Charles finds much comfort in the countless wonderful memories he has of their life together, as well as the legacy she left behind in the lives of her many students.

Roseanne Abraham

November 14, 2006

Mrs. Ingram was an amazing person. She didn't just teach Latin, she also taught us about life. She definitely tried to prepare us for the real world. She taught us that working hard is the only way we will ever succeed. We learned a lot in her class, and as we go to college and on through life, she will always be in our hearts. We will never forget her. I know that wherever we go, she will always be with us.

Steve Bostwick

November 13, 2006

Dr. Ingram and family,

Mrs. Ingram was by far the greatest teacher I have ever had. I took Latin with her for four years and I always enjoyed her class. She was not so much a teacher as she was a great mentor, leader, and friend. No matter what emotional state I was in, Mrs. Ingram would always make the day better. Her personality was beacon of inspiration. I don't know where I would be in this life without her influences. She was truly a gift from God and I know that Heaven welcomes one of its finest angels. God Bless you Mrs. Ingram. You will always be in my heart wherever I go.

--Steve Bostwick

Sherri Sheu

November 12, 2006

I took three years of Latin with Mrs. Ingram, and she was a fine teacher and an exceptional human being. I will always remember how she took time to listen to her students and how she truly cared about their plans for the future. Her unique outlook on life endeared her to all who stepped foot in her classroom, and we emerged better people for having known her. She is sorely missed by the world she brightened so much. Farewell, Mrs. Ingram, and bona fortuna.

Patrick O'Neill

November 11, 2006

This is so sad to hear. The main thing that sticks out in my mind about Mrs. Ingram is the ole "In all your academic, artistic, and athletic endeavours this weekend....bona fortuna." We will really miss you Mrs. Ingram.

Patrick O'Neill

Jimmy Caparas-Hardwick

November 11, 2006

I started as a freshman in Mrs. Ingram's Latin class ten years ago this fall. My world was never the same again. Today I shared my memories of her with my two-year-old daughter Mina, so that she can know of such a wonderful woman. I am deeply indebted to Mrs. Ingram, and I certainly never properly expressed it to her.
Thank you.

Susan Larson

November 10, 2006

I was so sorry to hear about Sharon. I subbed for her at Parkview and it was always such a pleasant experience to be part of what she did for the world.
May God be with you in this time of sorrow.

James Ren

November 9, 2006

Mrs. Ingram was an excellent teacher and an exceptional person. She was always so outgoing and cheerful, and it would brighten my day to be around her. I'll never forget the way she would wish us "bona fortuna" as we prepared to depart from class every Friday, the way she used "stick 'em notes," and all those other little things that made her stand out.
Mrs. Ingram, I would not be where I am now without you. Thank you for all you have done for me in those four years.

Lorraine Fussell

November 9, 2006

Dr. Ingram and Family,

Sharon Ingram epitomized all that a teacher should be—knowledgeable, professional, and revered by her colleagues and students. Who can measure the impact that she has had on countless young adults during her decades of teaching?

I already miss thinking that I might bump into her at “our” Publix in Decatur. I could always count on her to regale me with a great story. I am saddened that she was not granted length of years in which to enjoy all the grand plans she had for travel during her retirement. She was a class act if ever there were one!

With sympathy from a Parkview colleague--

Jean Meadows

November 9, 2006

Dear Ingram Family,
Mrs. Ingram was my colleague at Parkview High, and she was one of the finest teachers, one of the finest people, I have been privileged to know. As she taught her students lessons in Latin, she taught all of us lessons in living with joy, elegance, and integrity. How comforting to know that her brilliance is warmly received, home now in the precious heart of The Rose of Sharon.
Sincerely,

Nita Hallford

November 9, 2006

Dr. Ingram,
I have been reading the wonderful tributes to Sharon, and they certainly reflect the fine qualities she portrayed as a friend and teacher to so many. I particularly think of her calmness in all situations and her ladylike demeanor. Also, she always had great shoes! Her memory will continue to keep her in our hearts.
With love and sympathy, Nita Hallford, former Parkview Language Arts teacher

Cassidy Evans

November 9, 2006

To the Ingram Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Mrs. Ingram's passing. I have wonderful memories of her classes, and my experience at Parkview would have been much grayer without her as a teacher. Please accept my deepest sympathies, and know you are in my thoughts.

Amish Trivedi

November 9, 2006

I was very sad to hear the news of Mrs. Ingram's passing. She was an incredibly sweet woman and an inspiration. I never felt that Latin was anything but a living, breathing language when in her class. I'll never forget her gliding across the room over to the file cabinet for that little box with the numbers in it, or reminding us to "feed the waste basket" because he was hungry.

I can still hear her singing, "repetitio est mater studiorum!"

Kristen Luca

November 8, 2006

Mrs. Ingram,

You were one of the most amazing teachers I ever had. I thought I wasn't capable of learning another language, but you taught me otherwise. You believed in all your students and your enthusiasm and passion for the subject was contagious; it is because of you that I have a private passion for Latin now. You opened up another world for me. The class was hard at times, but you made me believe I was capable of it -- and so much more. "Repitito est mater studitorium" has helped me in so many other areas.

I can't begin to believe that you're gone. It was painful enough to know you were leaving Parkview at the end of my second year with you, and I deeply regret that I did not get to experience the discussion I know a third year of Latin with you would have brought. It is because of you I plan to fill my college foreign language requirement with more Latin courses. You were, shortly put, inspiring. Your passion for the language, for colors, and for your students will forever be burned in my memory.

Bona fortuna, Mrs. Ingram. Wherever you are.

Aileen Lovern

November 8, 2006

Dr.Ingram and Family,
It was my honor and priveledge to teach wtih Sharon for many years. She was truly a great teacher as evidenced by the many students who claim her positive influence on their lives. She was also an inspiration to those of us who shared her love of teaching and learned from her shining example. God be with you all in your time of loss.

Patricia Frederickson

November 8, 2006

I am so very sorry to have heard that Mrs. Ingram has passed: it certainly came as a shock to all of us here at Parkview, and all of us that knew her are still smarting from the aftershocks. Mrs. Ingram was one of the most consistantly cheerful, sweet, caring and talented women I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, and she brought constant laughs, lively discussions, and countless vocabulary words to our class. Her true colors always shone through despite her true sickness inside, which is one of the noblest things I can think of. Mrs. Ingram will always have a huge piece of my heart with her, for everything she ever did for me, from nominating me for GHP to sharing lots of laughs with me in class. She always made us all feel like we were unique and had our own distinct talents and features, and her zest for life will never be forgotten. Never have I ever met a woman who could make 30 kids laugh as loud and hard as Mrs. Ingram could, and her spirit still lives on at Parkview even though her body might have passed on. I love you, Mrs. Ingram. Bona fortuna and God bless.

Lauren Hunt

November 8, 2006

Dear Dr. Ingram,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of one of my favorite teachers and mentors. Mrs. Ingram truly taught and inspired me to not only love a language, but to also commit myself to my studies. Her classroom was the vibrant forum from which I built a strong foundation for both my high school and collegiate studies. Mrs. Ingram's spirit and love for her students will forever live on in my memory as well as the memories of the many other individuals she has touched.
With Love,

Gregg Van Laningham

November 8, 2006

I took four years of Latin from Mrs. Ingram, and only last night heard of her passing. I have no words to describe the loss. My solace is found in the vividness of my memories of her, in the words she gave to me, and in the knowledge that she imparted, which I still carry.

If anyone reading this has contact information for Dr. Ingram, please send it my way.

Stephanie Medwick

November 8, 2006

Mrs. Ingram touched my life like she did many others. I will never forget all that I learned from her. She is one of those teachers who everyone remembers and talks about years after graduation. As a teacher now, I use many of her techniques with my high-schoolers. I feel honored to have been part of that group she taught. vos ero requiro!

Shirley Skinner

November 8, 2006

To the family of Sharon Ingram,
I had the privilege of working with Mrs. Ingram for many years at Parkview High school. She was a wonderful and caring teacher, friend to me and a beautiful "lady". I will miss her. May God be with the family through this difficult time.

Shirley Skinner

Ted Morrow

November 8, 2006

Dr. Ingram,
My families deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. We will always celebrate Mrs. Ingram's life and her teaching career at Parkview. She was an inspiration to my three daughters who were privileged to have her as a teacher and a mentor. Thank you for sharing her with so many generations of students. God Bless.

May C Brown

November 8, 2006

Dear Charles,
I was so saddened to hear of Sharon's death. She was such a generous and thoughtful person. I felt her strong support for my work. I will miss her greatly.
May C Brown

Mike Green

November 8, 2006

Dr. Ingram,
Please accept my sympathy during this time of loss. Mrs. Ingram was one of the most respected educators that I have known in my career. Students and teachers found her to be unique. Teaching young people was a noble calling which she took very seriously. At the same time, I clearly recall her jaunty sense of humor. I worked with her as asistant principal at Parkview High School and I marvelled at the effect that she had on students. I am proud to have known her.

Keely Sarver

November 8, 2006

I can't believe you're actually gone! The world will never be the same without you. I have so many memories of you from the two years I spent in your class. Every so often, I catch myself singing "bo, bis, bit, bimus, bitis, bunt" in my head. Thank-you for all that you did for us. You really were a gifted teacher. I know that we drove you crazy sometimes, but we never meant any harm. Rest in peace. We love you.

Allison Kirkpatrick

November 8, 2006

Mrs. Ingram,

I am so glad to have known you. Your class was always my favorite in high school, and I have many fond memories of it (your sing-songing, getting married, and Faisal). Your constant cheerfulness always made me smile, and you geniune interest in your students' lives made me feel important. Thank you for all you have contributed. You will be greatly missed.

Shulamite Wan

November 8, 2006

I'll never forget "bo, bis, bit, bimus, bitis, bunt"! It's been years since I've seen Mrs. Ingram, but she has always been in my heart. Her banner, "Repetitio est mater studiorum," has never left me.

I will miss you so very much, Mrs. Ingram.

Megan McDaniel

November 7, 2006

Mrs. Ingram,

Did you know that I became a teacher too? I tell my 9th graders to take Latin, because that's what I took, and Latin does more than boost SAT scores and increase our vocabulary. It teaches discipline and the value of hard work.

I had never memorized so much. I had never practiced so hard. But I took three years of Latin instead of the required two, and I only quit because you weren't my teacher for that third year. It feels good to work hard and earn the A-- you taught me that. Only you.

I'll tell my students about you and your class in years to come. I think of you when I wear slacks, because you didn't believe in that and I loved that about you. I smile when I balk from assigning grammar practice or lists of vocab to memorize. I worked hard for you, and they'll work hard for me, and because of you and what you taught me, they'll remember me one day too.

I didn't even know you were sick. I'm so, so sorry. But you knew you touched our lives, so you know that you live on.

In all of your Heavenly endeavors, bona fortuna.

Doris Davis

November 7, 2006

Dearest Charles and all of those who loved Sharon,
I am very sad to learn about the loss of Sharon. She was one of the dearest people I have ever met. I shall miss her greatly, but will look forward to the day we will be together again in paradise with God.
Sharon was quite a great lady. I taught with Sharon for 17 years. I have never heard Sharon have a harsh word about anybody. The faculty, staff and student body loved and respected who she was and the things she stood for. Part of her greatness to me was that she never left you guessing where she stood or questioning her motives. She truly loved her job of teaching latin and the students she so skillfully guided.
Sharon was very deserving of all the honors she received and many she did not receive on this earth, but i know she will be bless for eternity now.

Fang Fang Ren

November 7, 2006

Ms. Ingram, you are a teacher that I'll always remember. you believed in your students so much. Your greatness is passed down to each and every one of your students. You not only taught me about Latin, but also about life. I can still hear your speech for us on Fridays "in all of your academic, athletic, and artistic endeavors, bona fortuna!" Like you once told me, God has saved a very special place in Heaven for you. You are a truly great lady.

Chris Stovall

November 7, 2006

Some of my fondest memories of four years at Parkview High School (Class of 1988) come from having spent each of those four years in Mrs. Ingram's classroom. Her professionalism, classiness, and fair but disciplined command of the classroom were amazing, especially as I look back on those years now, after college and parenthood. Her classes were memorable and enjoyable in part because she was the kind of teacher who drew excellent and interesting students.

It was my honor and privilege to nominate her for State STAR Teacher, and I am thankful that she got the state-wide recognition she deserved through that process. Even in my high school immaturity, I understood that Mrs. Ingram cared for our long-term success, and wasn't willing to sacrifice that goal to be "cool" or her students' "buddy." Her watchword was "Excelsior!"

Mrs. Ingram, mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa, for not dropping back by more often over the years to say hello. The joy of the Lord is now your eternal reward.

Christina Bryant

November 7, 2006

Mrs. Ingram was an amazing lady and an inspiring teacher. Her love of the Latin language and fabulous teaching skills encouraged me to pursue the classics in college. Mrs. Ingram was the kind of teacher that you love more and more each year. Te amo, Mrs. Ingram.

Kathy Jones

November 7, 2006

I was honored to have taught with Sharon at Parkview. She was a true humanitarian and inspiration to all. So like the language she taught, she was a classic!

Nancy Terry

November 7, 2006

I can't express in words how much Sharon means to me. We were dear friends and I'm thankful that if she can't be with her family and me, that she's in the care of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I look forward to the day when we will see each other again in His Kingdom.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of her family and we will continue to love all of you and be your friends as well.

Love,
Nancy and David Terry

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