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PHILIP SHERIDAN Obituary


  
PHILIP SHERIDAN  
Philip Harold Sheridan died peacefully at home on November 3, 2013. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on August 6, 1933, to Phil and Hazel Sheridan. Phil was predeceased by his sister Mary Lois Trexler of Pittsburgh, PA. Phil is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Janet Murray Sheridan, brother Richard B, Sheridan (Carolyn)of Bethel Park, PA six children and their spouses Larry (Lisa), Tim (Lisa), Sue (Brian) Boscolo, Ann (Steve) Larson, Dan (Mary Beth), and Mary (Matt) Czlonka and 16 grandchildren, Lily, Riley, Molly, Tony, Bridget, Shannon, Nicholas, Kelly, Joe, Scott, Sean, Fiona, Caitlin, James, Patrick, and David. Phil grew up in Cresson, PA and graduated from Cresson High in 1951. He went to Slippery Rock State Teachers College. Then he received his Masters from The University of Minnesota, served two years in the United States Army and received his Doctorate in Public School Administration from Michigan State. He moved to Kensington, MD, in 1961, and attended Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Phil had a 30-year career in education in Montgomery County schools first as a Math teacher and then as Principal of Herbert Hoover Junior High. After retiring from Montgomery County Public Schools, he worked for 15 years as a Math teacher and Principal of St. Elizabeth's Catholic grade school in Rockville, MD. His career in education spanned 50 years and he touched the lives of many students and teachers. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Church, 9705 Summit Ave, Kensington, MD, on Friday, November 8, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 6, 2013.
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I was a student of Dr. Sheridan back in the 90s at St. Elizabeth´s. I will never forget his enthusiasm and energy. He even taught me to write a check as a 5th grader. :) I didn´t know he had passed until now. I hope you Rest In Peace Dr. Sheridan and May peace be upon all your loved ones.

Shahine B

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April 8, 2022

Dear Janet and your wonderful family. Phil was a treasure. He did for my father that which so many of his students and athletes and family members have done for him over the years. He has expressed his thoughtful gratitude to my dad and mother for their influences on his life. That gratitude extended over the years from 1951 at Cresson High School, to working at Camp Farewell in Vermont to my Dad's 80th birthday celebration and finally his funeral nearly five years ago. Phil was always there for dad---enthusiastic and generous with his gratitude. I am sure your family has been experiencing huge dividends for the example he has made for all of us. Phil's "memories" of my parents and growing up in Cresson will always hold a special place in my heart. His keen power of observation and passion for a fun and competitive and well-lived life has always been a model. May you all find peace and comfort in what he has meant to so many as well as your clan.

Best love,


Mark Cassidy

Mark Cassidy

November 17, 2013

Very sad to read in the Cresson Mainliner that my former teacher and coach has died. Mr Sheridan left Cresson High School after my sophomore year. Mr Sheridan was a great coach a great teacher and a great mentor. My teammates and I lamented his leaving then as we lament his passing now. I extend my sympathy to the Sheridan family.

Bruce Bradley

November 17, 2013

My 3 children all went through Hoover when Dr. Sheridan was principal. Fine man and wonderful educator. I now have grandchildren at Hoover. May his memory be eternal.

JoAnn Zuras

November 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kevin Driscoll

November 14, 2013

Dear Mrs. Sheridan and the Sheridan Family, Please accept my deepest condolences on the death of your husband, father, and grandfather. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia (Garner) Haley

November 11, 2013

Dear Janet and the Sheridan family,
On behalf of your cousins, the Boland Family, please accept our sympathies. We remember with laughter our wonderful times growing up together! We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers...
Mary Ellen (Boland) Kelly and families

November 10, 2013

Dr. Sheridan was part of the Sheridan/Carr/Strickland triumvirate from my Hoover years of 72 to 75. It was kind of a wild time coming at the end of the 60's but Dr. Sheridan and his partners were fair when it came time to have a talk in their offices. Those were good years with memorable teachers and close friends. From reading other messages on here it seems that he left his mark on many people.

Lester Whiteis

November 8, 2013

Larry and all the Sheridan's I am sorry to hear about you dad. You had a great dad and I always respected your father. I will keep him in my prayers as well as the Sheridan Family.

Billy Silk

November 8, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Sheridan family. Dr. Sheridan was well respected and fondly remembered by so many of the students from Hoover Jr. High School. He will be remembered as an important figure in our lives. May God bless his memory and the family.

Bill Hughes

November 8, 2013

Kind, friendly,compassionate, a true Light of Christ ; these are the words that come to mind when I think of Mr Sheridan. Count on my prayers for your whole family.
Peace in Christ,

Angie Draley Smith

November 8, 2013

Dr. Sheridan was my principal at Hoover Jr. High. He kept the school running in a very positive direction and cared about the students. He was very thoughtful and supportive when my dad passed away when I was in 9th grade there. His kindness is treasured.

Gayle Frager

November 8, 2013

'Doc"was the best principal I ever worked for; he was fair and respectful of his staff. He was also one of the finest teachers I ever worked with-- countless young people have happy memories of his classes, his caring heart, and his sense of humor. I will always consider him a friend, a mentor, and one of the finest human beings I have known. Rest in peace, my friend--you've earned it.

Donna Zachariasiewicz

November 7, 2013

I truly enjoyed working with Dr. Sheridan. He was a true inspiration to all. May he rest in eternal peace.

Kristina Bell

November 7, 2013

Dr. Sheridan was a wonderful man. He had just the right tempormant to be our priniciple. i never got a chance to thank him for his dedication to the Herbert Hoover Junior High students.

Jim Ross

November 7, 2013

To the entire Sheridan Family,
Dr. Sheridan and our family began "life at Hoover" the same year. Our four children all went to Hoover and we, as a family, were very involved in all the Hoover activities. We truly admired Dr. Sheridan's educational philosophy. He was indeed a very positive influence on our children and many others. We extend our sincere sympathy to entire Sheridan family. We will always remember him with very fond memories.
With our deepest sympathy,
Toby and Philip Berman

Toby and Philip Berman

November 7, 2013

Thinking of you Mary and your family during this hard time. Your Dad sounds like an amazing man. Praying for you and your family for peace and comfort.

Beth Shotwell

November 7, 2013

Very fond memories of Dr. Sheridan from Hoover Junior High. He always had a smile on his face and a positive comment to share.

Anne (Berman) Marill

November 7, 2013

Fond memories of Dr. Sheridan during my Junior High days at Hoover. Glad to have spent time reminiscing with him over the past few years at Einstein's baseball games. He was such a kind soul. He will be missed! Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Nancy Singo

November 7, 2013

My thoughts are with his entire family at this difficult time. Phil was my mom's best friend from high school and growing up I knew him through her. I'm so glad Phil and Janet visited with us this summer, my memory refreshed of his genuine generosity and wonderful personality. Peace be with you.

Gregory Steiger

November 7, 2013

"Doc" Sheridan was and is an inspiration to many. He guided St. Elizabeth with a strong and gentle hand. Both my boys benefitted greatly from the positive support and practical approach he took with all his students. His impact on them continues.

Betsy Galginaitis

November 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Losing a father is never easy, but I hope you find solace in the knowledge that he is in a wonderful place and will always be watching over you.

Tina Pickens

November 7, 2013

Dr. S really changed everything for me as a 12 year old kid. He made me believe in myself and I will forever be grateful for him.

Johanna Kaplan-Fratto

November 7, 2013

To the Sheridan family, I have many memories of your dad and the entire family having grown up 3 houses away on Hobson. He was such a great person and father to all and I know he'll be missed. My prayers are with you.....

Ken Hurdle

November 7, 2013

Dear Mrs. Sheridan:
Very sorry to hear about your lose. Sathi and myself will miss our backyard companion. We pray that the Lord will console and strengthen you at this time. Our deepest sympathies.
Sathi and Prema Clarke (neighbours)

Prema Clarke

November 7, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I will always remember him as a wonderful and helpful HR dad!

Christine Genecki Colburn

November 7, 2013

I have many fond memories of Dr. Sheridan as the Principal at Herbert Hoover Jr. High. He always had time to talk with students and offer words of encouragement, regardless of whether you were just stopping by the office to say hello or if you specifically were sent to see him. He was a great man and I am sorry to hear of his passing.

David Stinson

November 7, 2013

Janet and family, so sorry to hear about your loss. I am sure Phil is in good company with the rest of the Sheridan clan. Peace be with his soul.

Michael & Gail Sheridan

November 6, 2013

Dear Dan and the Sheridan Family,

I was so saddened to hear about your dads passing. He was such a good man. St. Elizabeth's was my favorite place to substitute teach because he was so wonderful to work for. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Susie Mullaney Sutherland

November 6, 2013

He will be missed so by so many! He was a shining example of what a true gentleman and father was to his own family and those that were like family. Goodbye Big Phil!

Erin Roberts

November 6, 2013

It was a pleasure meeting, and having such wonderful conversation, with your father. Thank you for sharing him with me. My heart goes out to you, and my thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.

Carol Roney (DeBarto)

November 6, 2013

Uncle Phill was one great man, he was alway telling stories, smiling teaching the childern. He loved his family and was a wonderful friend. May God be with the family during this time.

Steve and Janet Murray

November 6, 2013

To the Sheridan Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing your father in the back pew during Mass at Holy Redeemer.
Sincerely,
The Young Family

November 6, 2013

Uncle Phil was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. He stressed the importance of family, faith and the value of education every time I saw him - sometimes in words, always in deeds! The world is less bright with his passing!

Karen Grasso

November 6, 2013

Christina Murray

November 6, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time. Thinking of you all.

Missy Hill Justice

November 6, 2013

Larry and family: I never met your dad, Larry, but his face is that of a gentle man with a lot of love in his eyes. I pray that God helps you and your family through this rough period and that thoughts of your dad will soon bring a smile instead of a tear.

Patti Savercool-Hinkle

November 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Wacker

November 6, 2013

Our deepest condolences. "Doc" taught all four of our sons Algebra at St. Elizabeth's and I used to do the School Zone newsletter when he was principal there. I always enjoyed chatting with him, and he was always interested in hearing what the boys were up to. He was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful person.

Sally MacKenzie

November 6, 2013

Prayers and condolences to all of the Sheridan family for their loss. Phil will be greatly missed. He touched and inflenced so many lives. May you find peace and comfort knowing he is free from all pain and suffering of this world, and rests in peace with our Lord God Almighty. Peace to all who mourn and God Bless.

Joel Britt

November 6, 2013

Dr. Sheridan, you can never be replaced:) You helped thousands of children who have outstanding memories of you! Julius West, Hoover, St. Elizabeth's, MCPS SAT coordinator.....you are a true educator. You always put the needs of your students first, and they love you for this. Thank you for giving me my first teaching job:) It was a great honor to work for you. An Irish prayer for you : may God increase your strength:)

Peggy Weldon

November 6, 2013

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