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for Eleanor Perry
Jessica
January 12, 2011
Ms. Perry was a wonderful principle. My 2 sons attended the Hennigan under her loving and caring watch. Prayers of strength to your family from us.
Cheryl Singleton
January 6, 2011
Marcia,
It is still unbearable, I just can't believe you're gone. For so many years you were my best friend, my big sister, the one who would always tell me exactly what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. I could tell you anything and everything, and did I ever!
I told the ladies at Lord & Taylor about your passing, imagine all of us in the middle of the store crying at Christmas? What a sight that was. You know they always asked about you if I was in there without you and vice versa. Our shopping trips were legendary. No one could hang with me like you (although Nisi is pretty good, and your sister is no slouch either). You would make fun of me for putting things back by the time I got to the register, yet you would bring it all the way home, keep it for up to a year and then return it! LOL!
I will miss you for the rest of my days and love you even longer.
Leila Cohan-Miccio
December 27, 2010
I was lucky enough to be a student at the Hennigan in the early 90s and I still remember Ms. Perry's warmth, leadership, and sense of humor. Her passing is a great loss for Boston's schoolchildren.
Maggie Hill
December 12, 2010
I was priviledged to spend one good year with Eleanor Perry as my principal. Thank you Miss Perry!
Maggie Hill
Retired BPS teacher
Ann Fountain
December 12, 2010
Mrs. Perry was a true leader. Her greatest contribution to the Hennigan was that she filled the school with such PRIDE and POSITIVITY every day. I was a student there in the early 90s and I remember her smile and grace with great fondness. It's very sad to hear of her passing.
ronda goodale
December 10, 2010
So sad to hear about Eleanor's passing. She was a dynamic, fun person who was dedicated to helping students. I met her when we all worked in special education. She will be missed.
Ronda Goodale
Leah Skahen
December 10, 2010
I only spent one year at the Hennigan, for fifth grade, but when I returned five years later when my younger brother started there, I was surprised to hear a cheerful Mrs. Perry greet me by name as soon as I walked in the door. She never forgot a student - she was personally connected to everyone who walked the halls of the Hennigan. She made every student feel comfortable at school; her loud laugh was contagious and her warm hugs turned a bad day around.
I'm glad to see the kind words from so many of the teachers who I knew at the Hennigan back in '98. It's a true testament to the impact she had on everyone in the community. She will be truly missed by all of us.
Marilyn Morrissey
December 10, 2010
Mrs. Perry was a fair and approachable administrator. I particularly remember her beautiful, warm smile and regal appearance. A true leader gone too soon!
Vikki Irvin-Kent
December 10, 2010
Ms. Perry was the first principal I worked for when I joined the Boston Public Schools 10 years ago. She was a fair, honest, and supporting principal. I learned a lot from my experience working with her. I always felt supported. Thank you Ms. Perry for helping become the teacher I am today.
Michelle Davis
December 9, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Perry. She was such a momumental presence at the Hennigan. I will never forget her opening words on the first day meeting her in the cafetorium when she announced "I can talk louder than anyone here, so please get quiet!" And it quickly did!
I will always be grateful to Mrs. Perry for her loving manner in caring for my children, Jordan and Amalia, during their tenure at the Hennigan. Jordan's 3rd grade project on Florida stayed in her office for years, not to mention how safe I felt with him traveling to Washington DC with her and her staff. She was an incredible educator and a warm, attentive,and vivacious person. I marveled at the ease with which she managed that building. Her presence in the halls was bigger than life most times but even larger during assemblies. When she talked to me privately about concerns she ALWAYS showed me great respect and appreciation for my input. When attending team meetings,she always lended a supportive voice. Nothing was spared for the best interest of educating the children! I loved her for that and will be forever grateful for the path in education she helped pave for my children.
My thoughts and prayers to the family of Mrs. Perry. May you all find peace and comfort from God's love during this time.
Midge Foley Aslane
December 8, 2010
Mrs. Perry dedicated her life to the children and families of the Hennigan School. How fortunate they were to have had her for so long. She always said what she meant and meant what she said. I will miss her loud and lovely voice in the halls of the Hennigan. Her laughter will linger there always. She left us a lot to think about when she last spoke to us at her retirement party. She was an inspiration of love and light and showed how someone can live their life to the fullest, while living a life for others at the same time. God Bless You Eleanor.
farida doherty
December 8, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Perry. I had the pleasure of working with her and was always impressed by her dedication in educating our students. I have no doubt that she will be missed terribly by all of us. My thought and prayers are with her family. May her soul rest in peace - Amen.
Betty Bridgforth
December 7, 2010
Thak You Ms. Perry, for all your years of remarkable service.
Marlene Gibbs
December 7, 2010
To The the family of Ms. Perry,
I had the opportunity of knowing Ms.Perry for 10 years working in the same building at the Hennigan/ELC-West. She was a remarkable woman and it showed in her love for the children at the Hennigan. She left a gift of memories for us to cherish.
You're in my thoughts, my heart, and my prayers.
Blessings and Love,
Steven Venizelos
December 7, 2010
Very very sad to hear of her passing .I am very thankful to have worked and known Eleanor Perry . May her memory be eternal
Ray Stockwell
December 7, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Eleanor. For 13 years I trusted my children to her at the Hennigan Elementary School. Her commitment to her students was legendary. In fact when my son came home from the hospital, following his birth, Elanor was there to meet him. Se will be missed/
December 7, 2010
"We have have lost a precious member of our family, the Hennigan Family. God bless her, and grant her peace." Yvonne Carpio(Boston)
Yvonne Carpio
December 7, 2010
"I have never met a more dynamic personality, nor a more loving heart. She gave her all to the Hennigan Family, and we will forever be grateful." Yvonne Carpio(Boston)
Vanessa Bigby
December 7, 2010
I was so sad to hear about Ms.Perry. She was a friend as well as the principal at the Hennigan School. She was the Principal while all three of my children went there. They were all very sad to hear about Ms. Perry. We loved her and her family will be in our prayers. She will be missed greatly.
Handing out Graduation certificates
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
With Maureen Costa
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
With Molly Pope
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
Theresa Pope
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Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
With Ms Helen, Michelle and Molly
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
Eleanor watching the kids perform a play.
Theresa Pope
December 6, 2010
I lovingly remember Eleanor Perry, who made a world of difference to my children as principal of the Hennigan Elementary school. My gratitude to her is boundless. She did more good, working her administrative magic in quiet, than can ever be measured. With the loss of Eleanor Boston is ever so much poorer than any one person can comprehend. Theresa Pope, Jamaica Plain
Etienne Logan
December 6, 2010
I met Eleanor my freshman year at Boston University. She was my soror and friend. I will never forget her smile, warmth and hearty laugh. God bless you and your family.
Michelle DeBose
December 5, 2010
Soror Eleanor, May your spirit of love continue and live in those lives you changed and touch.
My memories are from bring a member of Iota Chapter 1974 where Soror Eleanor was our Big Sister.
May God comfort her family.
December 5, 2010
The City of Boston has lost an outstanding administrator and I had the pleasure of working with her for fifteen years.She cared deeply for the children and faculty.She truly will be missed but not forgotten. She was the best. Richard Baldassari(Sharon,MA)
Mary Wyman
December 5, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with "Ms.Perry" for more than 20 years. I will always miss her laughs
Maura Hiltz
December 4, 2010
I am terribly saddened to learn of Ms. Perry's passing. She fought hard and smiled through it all. She put the Hennigan children ahead of her own needs at times. My adult daughter is now at Suffolk University and my fourth grader is well on her way to be equally as successful as her older sister. I know for a fact that this is because Ms. Perry told her students that if they apply themselves, they can accomplish anything. She made time for each and every one of them. The Boston Public School System has truly lost an amazing educator. The Perry Family and the entire Hennigan Community will reamain in my prayers.
Layla Kourani
December 4, 2010
I am very sad to learn that Ms. Perry has passed away. I was her student from K-2 until third grade when she retired. I will miss her so much and pray for her family.
Cathy Doucette
December 4, 2010
So sorry to hear of Eleanor's death. I worked with her at the Lewenberg Middle School for many years, and she was the consummate administrator. She will be greatly missed.
Jean Diaz
December 4, 2010
Our condolences to the Perry family. All of my boys went to the Hennigan Elementary, where Ms. Perry showed how much she loved and cared for the students in that school. She will be missed greatly. Boston needs more leaders like herself.
The Diaz Family
Claudia Jaramillo
December 4, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family.
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