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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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February 19, 2010
I know today is probably a difficult day for Harry's family, but I am looking at it as another day to think about a wonderful man who touched my life so completely.
Kay Eckler
Sean, Renee and Family Wilson
March 10, 2009
Big Har will surely be missed by many. The world is truly a better place as a result of Mr. Ibbotson walking among us. Your husband, father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, friend and mentor was like a second father to me. He meant so much to me and my family and I feel truly blessed to have been influenced by him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Agnes Macias
March 2, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Harry's death. I not only taught with him at Bonnie Brae but he was also my son's sixth grade teacher at Oak View. Paul had great respect for Harry as did I. I enjoyed his calm manner and sense of humor. He is missed.
Carolyn Coleman
March 2, 2009
Kass, I just found out about Harry's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Harry at Bonnie Brae. He was one of the best teachers I ever worked with. He was respected by students, parents and staff. His sense of humor and calm ways were appreciated by many. I pray that God will comfort you at this time.
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Dave and Jen Cutting
March 1, 2009
Dear Trent and family-
So sorry to hear about your dad. May you find comfort in all of the special memories you had with your fanther. He will be missed.
Sherry Miller
February 26, 2009
To his family, my deepest sympathy. Mr. Ibbotson taught my daughter's 5th grade class @ Bonnie Brae. I remember him as a wonderful, caring and perceptive teacher. We all loved him and he was a favorite among all of the students. He will be missed by so many, I am sure.
Kay Eckler
February 26, 2009
Kass, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Harry was so loved by his school family. In fact more then oce he was fondly referred to as a "teddy bear" by so many of us. His students saw a unique teacher, who truly loved each and every one of them. They had no doubt about that. We all shared in his love of teaching, students, and colleagues. I hope he had time to sit on the nail keg at the local store. He talked a lot about that!!!!
May you find peace in knowing how much he was loved and will be missed by so many.
Kay Eckler, Former Principal
Bonnie Brae Elementary 1987-1992
Suzie Bailey Sterrett
February 24, 2009
Harry was an inspiration to so many students and teachers! His sense of humor and calm set so many at ease and he had a way of making you feel so special...that was Harry! Bonnie Brae was a happy place because of teachers like Harry! Thank you for making this world a better place. To his family I pray that Harry's spirit will give you a sense of calm at this difficult time.
LARRY KERN
February 23, 2009
DEAR FAMILY,
I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD. WE WERE COUSINS. I REMEMBER THE MANY GOOD TIMES I ENJOYED WITH HIM IN FAMILY GET TOGETHERS WHEN WE WERE YOUNG.
Amoy McDonald
February 23, 2009
Harry extended a warm welcome to our family when we moved here fom New York. My son Kamali enjoyed his company tremendously, Mr Harry always had an encouraging word about school and sports for him. He will surely be missed. To Kathy and family "May God continue to give you strength at this time''.
Amoy, Vilna & Kamali
Gail (Mack) Chabak
February 22, 2009
Kathy,
My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I am very sorry for your loss. Harry was a very special friend and classmate and I will always remember the good times we shared together.
Teresa York
February 22, 2009
The thoughts and prayers of the Tait family are with Kass, Kelly, Trent and grandsons. May your loving memories help sustain you all during this difficult time.
Barbara Atwell
February 22, 2009
Kathy, Kelly & Trent,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Know you are in my thoughts and that Harry will be missed, terribly.
Dustin Luttrell
February 22, 2009
Mr. Ibbotson was my 6th grade teacher in 1990. I learned and carried alot of his wisdom through high school and 10 years in the Marine Corps. God bless him and his family.
Lea Bradshaw
February 21, 2009
Dear Mrs. Ibbotson,
My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow!! I remember Mr. Ibbotson with a huge smile on my face. He was a very gentle and nice man. My parents Harriet and Dennis, had such great times with him in the past and thought so much him. Trent, my heart goes out to you and Kelly and the rest of your families!! Please know you all are in my thoughts and I will hold the special memories in my heart of Mr. Ibbotson.
M. Jones
February 21, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Chester & Ginger (Valora) Mankowski
February 21, 2009
Pete: We are sorry for your loss of your big Brother. Surely he stands next to Jesus, completely understanding all of God's mysterious ways. We hope this poem will help to ease your grief.
"Whatever your cross,
Whatever your pain,
There will always be sunshine
After the rain...
Perhaps you may stumble,
Perhaps even fall,
But God's always ready
To answer your call...
He knows every heartache,
Sees every tear,
A word from His lips,
Can calm every fear...
Your sorrows may linger,
Throughtout the night,
But suddenly vanish by
Dawn's early light...
The Savior is waiting
Somewhere above,
To give you His grace,
And send you His love...
Whatever your cross,
Whatever your pain,
"God always sends rainbows...
After the rain..."
Author Unknown
Frances Reitz-Smith
February 21, 2009
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I graduated with Harry from Slatington High School in 1959 and we were very good friends throughout our high school years. He was a great guy!
Betsy and Howard Kemp
February 21, 2009
Kass our thought and prayers go out to you, Kelly, Trent, and families. Howard and I have so many special memories of our time spent down at the mountain with you both. Harry was an amazing teacher, mentor and friend. He touched all our lives, and will be greatly missed.
February 21, 2009
sorry tohear about your loss Harry was a classmate of mine and a wonderful person to go to school with god bless you all at this time Shirley(Roth) Wagner class of 59 from Slatington High School Slatington,Pa
Beverly Vogel
February 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I had Mr. Ibbotson in High School and he was a great teacher. Very compasionate and just a beautiful person.
Steve Ellison
February 21, 2009
My condolences to the entire Ibbotson family , Harry was a very special, giving person. I know you guys will miss him terribly, May god bless you.
Lynn Williamson
February 21, 2009
Kelly,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
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