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J Louis Schlegel III passed on July 2, 2013 at the age of 86. Born in Kentucky, he graduated from Millersburg Military Institute and joined the Navy to protect America in World War II. He graduated from Stetson University and spent 20 years conducting the Bay High School band in Panama City, FL. Then he decided to obtain his Masters In Humanities from FSU and spent 20 more years teaching at Valencia State College in Orlando. He had many notable accomplishments including Department Chairman, co-author of 7 college textbooks and as a consultant for the National Endowment of Humanities. He developed the Honors Program, an interdisciplinary study which is still in existence today. He loved his beautiful wife of 53 years, Josephine Parker from New Smyrna. They are survived by their two children, J Louis IV and Lucinda Nelson. J Louis eventually moved back to DeLand after retirement and demonstrated exemplary civic leadership, from Commodore at Lake Beresford Yacht Club to President of the Oaks, where he resided. He spent the next 10 years traveling with his devoted Eloise Over as they traveled the United States and oceans, mastered square dancing and performed tambourine acts for the community. His wonderful memories also include his other survivors, Eloise; sister Sherry Madsen; and four grandchildren: Travis, J Louis V, Jeffrey and Erica; as well as many nephews and nieces. A private celebration of life was held with immediate family members.
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I think of Mr. Schelgel every time I sign my name, have things addressed to "R" or have someone or some form demand that I use my first name. It even upsets me that he is referred to here as "J". I was, is and always be "Mr Schlegel" one of the finest people it has been my pleasure to know.
R. Kent Cullen
R. Kent Cullen
Student
July 7, 2020
Both of our boating and fishing
buddies are gone, but not forgotten.We spent a lot of hours on the water together.
Safe Boating Always,
Charlie and Marcy West
Charlie and Marcy West
December 27, 2013
This is very belated. I just found this on Facebook. My brother, Scott Ellington(Class of '62) was greatly influenced by him as were so many others. He and Scotty are reminiscing now. God Bless you.
Barbara E. Bevis Class of '65 Bay High.
December 26, 2013
I have no more fonder or respectful memory of my student experience than J. Louis Schlegel III.
Ron Harris
July 31, 2013
It is with deep regret that we received the word of the passing of our friend Mr. Schlegel. He was one of the best and we loved to work and play for him in the Bay High Band. We will remember him as long as we live.
Love and Prayers,
Grady(Classof 1958)and Beth(Class of 1959)Broxton
July 30, 2013
Our sincere condolences to the Schlegel family. He was loved and admired!
Bay High Class of 1958
July 29, 2013
My condolences to the family. As many others have said, Mr. Schlegel made our high school memories very special. He was a great band director and gave the Million Dollar Band a big name due to his leadership.
Saundra Lee
July 28, 2013
Thank God I got to tell him, (at the 50th renunion) that he influenced my life more than any other teacher or professor had. I loved that man.
Andrew Moore
July 26, 2013
I have fond memories of Mr. Schlegel at Bay High. He was admired and respected by us band members; and encouraged me to pursue a personal goal I had. He was a wonderful man.
July 26, 2013
I have great memories of Mr. Schlegel and the Bay High School Million Dollar Band, 1959-1962. Mr. Schlegel was a great band director and person!
Margie Kent-Lane
July 26, 2013
A good friend of my parents, Tom and Dorothy Person at Bay High, he was a tremendous band director and as I read here, went on to do great things with his life. He will be missed.
Lee Person, '64 Bay High
July 26, 2013
My sympathies to the Schlegel family. Some of my best high school memories are of JLS III and the Bay High Million Dollar Band.
Cora Fay
July 26, 2013
I guess God needed a band director. I am so glad he waited to take ours -- a guy who brought so much pleasure to so many -- so glad he loaned him to us for awhile. Good-bye, CHIEF!
Bart Fay
July 25, 2013
He was a great influence on my life. Being in the "Million Dollar Band" with Mr. Schlegel are my best memories of high school, 1957-1960, touring south Florida one year, touring the beautiful "blue grass" of Kentucky my senior year and seeing my hearts desire, the fantastic horse farms and seeing several Kentucky Derby winners. Mr. Schlegel was someone you would never forget for the way he impacted all our lives
Anne Harris
July 25, 2013
When I look back on my time in the band I
always reflect on the times we use to put
J.Louie's VW on his porch.One of lifes
great moments,being in the presenve of
such a fine man.We love you J.LOUIE,
GOD SPEED!
Jerry Gainer
July 25, 2013
My thoughts are an echo of those already written (especially Beth's). Three years with J Louie shaped my future (Class of '65). '64 Worlds Fair among the best. Studied music at Stetson in large part because of him. There were a continuing stream of music students at Stetson nearly every year before and after my time there because of his influence. J Louie is a prime example of the life long impact a great teacher can have on many of their students. Its gratifying to know he lived a full, vibrant, rich and enjoyable life. "Thanks for the memories and inspiration, J Louie" Art Kimbrough, Marianna
Art Kimbrough
July 24, 2013
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about Mr Schlegel. I was in his band from 1960-64. He has been a big influence in my life, he gave me a love of music. You will continue to live in my heart. Thank You.
July 23, 2013
On my list of favorite memories from high school, I respected and admired him.
Judy Wolfe
July 23, 2013
A man I respected greatly. He was very special. I was Band Captain in 1963 so he and I were close.
Mike Knowles
July 23, 2013
The words will not come to me to express how I feel at this moment.
He is the reason I finished high school and will always have a place in my heart.
R. Kent Cullen
July 23, 2013
rip such a fine man, fun, entertaining, and great teacher!!!
Sue Bright
July 23, 2013
A great teacher and musician who shared his talent with so many of us.
Sara Brashear-Williams
July 23, 2013
My absolute favorite high school teacher !! A man with real class! RIP Mr. Schlegel !!
Charlie Wooten
July 23, 2013
"Schlegel" was the best teacher I EVER had at Bay High. Definitely the most fun!
Special memories include: 1964 Worlds Fair, summer marching practice on the beach at the Jetties, State Band Competition, and the most wonderful laugh--I can still hear it. It wasn't until I tried teaching for a while, that I really appreciated how many special thing he did with us. I'll always love him and miss him. Beth Heidelberg, class of '66.
July 23, 2013
The best music man ever. We still miss him. He made the Million Dollar Band worth that name.
Dottie Rhyne
July 23, 2013
My prayers go out to Mr. Schlegel's family. A really great man and band director. He held the members of the "Million Dollar Band" to a high standard - and we loved every minute of it!
Lois Murray Johnson
July 23, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Schlegel's passing. He helped us create memories that will last a lifetime. The "Million Dollar Band" will always hold a special place in my high school memories.
Pat Murray Mader
July 23, 2013
He is now the brightest star in the musical heavens.
Matthew Albritton
July 23, 2013
A wonderful role model for everyone who knew him. A giant among men. It was an honor for me to be in his life for those few years. He was a great inspiration to me.
Bucky Richter
Bay High School "Million Dollar Band"
1963 - 1966
Bucky Richter
July 23, 2013
To the family of J Louis Schlegel III I grieve with you. This man was a very large part of my high school years. He meant a lot to me and gave me lessons and opportunities that I would not have gotten to experience otherwise. I graduated in 1965 and he was my Opus. When I saw that movie it brought back lots of memories of him.
Charlotte Bowden Singley
July 23, 2013
Hello Lucinda and Jay. I am sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Sonny. Both he and Aunt Josephine will forever hold a very special place in my heart. I hope the two of you are well and your families are healthy. God bless you! Bridget
Bridget Murphy
July 13, 2013
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