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Cecelia
January 4, 2025
Ms. English was my 1st and 2nd grade teacher. I was pretty ill when I was younger and always in hospital and missing days from school. This incredible woman would visit me often, check on me and make sure I was caught up and on Target for my grade level. I remember my parents forgetting it was picture day (latchkey kid)and she took the time to comb my super frizzy and tangled hair so I could participate and not be embarrassed. She made me feel powerful, intelligent and like if I worked hard I could accomplish anything. When I graduated nursing school I sought her out after writing a letter about the impact she had on my life and found that she had passed and wept like I had lost a family member. I hope she knew how valued she was and how often she was in my thoughts. Rest in Love and Power.
DENISE AND KEN HAMILTON
May 15, 2008
RO:
I MISS U MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE THRU THE GOOD AND BAD TIMES. YOU ARE MY GUARDIAN ANGEL AND I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER. KEN AND I WERE VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE YOU IN OUR LIVES. I THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY. REST IN PEACE . WE LOVE YOU!!!!
MY BEST FRIENDS.......
Kisha Carter
February 26, 2008
Dear Fam,
I just want to say that our angel is truly looking down on us. I miss my SISTER so much I don't think anyone realizes how much. She means everything to me. She took care of me and my daughter and I will forever be greatful. She is my role model, mentor, spiritual counsel, leader, ....just everything. I will continue to do the things she always told me I can do. There will NEVER be another like her!!! REST IN PEACE DEAR SISTER
Love always "LiL SiS"
Karen Lumpkin
December 26, 2007
What a loss for the Wyandanch community. Rosemary was a dear friend and true inspiration. We will all miss her (and her laughter).
BARBARA BREIER
December 12, 2007
ROSEMARY (MY GOOD SISTER)WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES. THE LAUGHTER, THE PARTIES, THE SONGS. OUR FAMILY WILL MISS YOU DEARLY. THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF OUR LIVES. EVEN IF IT WAS FOR SUCH A SHORT TIME. WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS. THE BREIER FAMILY.
Fredrika Miller
December 11, 2007
Mrs. English was an inspiration to teachers and aspiring administrators like me. I didn't get to know her long, but the time she gave to me and others that she graced with her presence was truly a blessing. She will be missed dearly. God Bless.
Tawanna Rice
December 10, 2007
Rosemary was a Jewel. She was a colleague ,mentor, spirtual partner and a true friend. I will miss her dearly.
Migdalia Melendez
December 10, 2007
"Rosamaria" is what I called her and she loved it when I said her name in spanish. I spent many a late night in the building when I worked at LFH with "Rosamaria". Sometimes it was ten at night and we were there fixing our classrooms and getting things ready for our children. I will treasure those memories and the pedagogical discussions we would have about education.
Christine Pearsall
December 10, 2007
I am shocked and so, so sad by the passing of Mrs. English. Although I didn't know her very long, I feel honored and privileged to have worked with her at LFH this past year. She was an inspiration to me and I know, to all of those who knew and loved her. My prayers and condolences to her family, both at home and at LFH.
With love and respect,
Nichole Dor
December 9, 2007
Ms. English was a wonderful loving person. This was evident not only in the classroom, where she taught my oldest son (kindergarten 2000)but in the hallways as she greeted everyone with a big smile. And she knew all of my childrens names, even when I have trouble remembering their names myself sometimes . There is no way that she could have possibly known just how many lives she has touched. She will be missed and her family is in all of our prayers.
Dorothy Bodt
December 9, 2007
May Rosemary's beautiful words of encouragement and kindness continue to live on in the hearts and actions of the many lives she has touched. I am forever grateful that our paths crossed early in my career. Her words to me have made all the difference.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Rosemary.
Lorena Smith
December 8, 2007
Rosemary,
You were an angel here on Earth and simply went back home to get your wings. It was a pleasure and an honor to have met you. I was touched by an Angel.You were truly a wonderful woman and I will never forget the words of comfort that you offered me when my son Markus passed away. I hope that he was one of the first faces you saw when you got to Heaven, because he really admired you and thought you were special. You will be missed and Popeis will never be the same. God bless your soul and the many people you have left behind. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Doreen Lumpkin
December 8, 2007
I have known Rosemary for (40) years. She was a childhood friend that remained true, even into adulthood. When Rosemary laughed, you couldnt help but laugh too! She brought goodness and light into every room she entered. She was an exemplery teacher and loved ALL children. Wyandanch mourns her passing collectively and individually. I will never forget Roma...my sincere condolences to the entire family.
A Beautiful Person and Fun Loving Person. - Safe Halloween 10/07
Tiffany Chavis
December 8, 2007
Our Beloved Angel Ms, English you will be missed. The LaFrancis family will not be the same. But your legacy shall live through all of the lives you have touched. You are deeply missed. Beloved Teacher and Friend.
Eileen Carter
December 7, 2007
Rosemary,
You will be missed. I will never forget your laughter, your beautiful voice, and your warmness. You were one great person and a phenomenal teacher
Mary DeLeonardis
December 7, 2007
Rosemary was a truly special person. She was a gifted teacher, a wonderful administrator and a great friend. Most of all, she was an inspiration to all who crossed her path. Wyandanch has lost a treasure.
Lynn Marks
December 7, 2007
Words cannot simply express the sadness I feel on the passing of my dear friend and colleague, Rosemary English. She loved people but most of all,children. Her laughter was contagious, her character unassuming. She was the hope and promise for the children of our community. The Wyandanch family will miss an incredible educator and leader. I will miss a true friend.
Yvette Mathis
December 7, 2007
R-Rose
o-Outstanding
s-Sensational
e-Energetic
m-Marvelous
a-An angel
r-Ray of sunshine
y-Young at heart
Rosemary has touch my life in a special way. She will never be forgotten. I miss you friend, and so does my students.
A. Hicks
December 7, 2007
Your bright smile and wonderful sound of laughter will be greatly missed. You had a wonderful spirit which I hope will be carried on. Miss you lots!
shannen & frankie caldone
December 7, 2007
rosemary..we will all miss you at popeis..we love you....shannen & frankie caldone....keep on smiling......
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Ellen Benedetto
December 7, 2007
Rosemary was a shining star, an example to all those who knew her, adult and child alike. It was an honor to have worked with her. When she entered a room, joy and laughter accompanied her. Our friend will be dearly missed!
Milagros Rodriguez-Penalo
December 7, 2007
To the family of Rosemary English,
We are deeply sorry for your loss.
The Rodriguez-Penalo Family
Miss Green
December 7, 2007
Ms English was a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed by the children and the staff.
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