Bryce V. Lambert

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Bryce Lambert Obituary

Bryce V. Lambert, 83
     HOULTON & BRUNSWICK -- Bryce V. Lambert, 83, died Dec. 24, 2007, in Houlton.
     He was born May 26, 1924, in Houlton, the son of Milton and Mildred (Allen) Lambert. Mr. Lambert graduated form the University of Maine, Orono in 1948 and received his master's degree at Wesleyan University in 1960. He taught English from 1948-1952 at Mattanawcook Academy in Lincoln and was appointed into Deerfield Academy in 1952, where he continued to teach for 38 years. He was a faculty adviser for an award-winning newspaper, The Scribe, from 1953-1990. Bryce studied journalism as a Wall Street Journal Fellow at the University of Minnesota in 1956. During his summers he taught at the Blair Summer School of Journalism at Blair Academy in Blairstown, N.J. He considered every scholar he taught as his own son.
     He is survived by his brothers, Keith Lambert of Fort Kent and Don Lambert of Farmingdale, one sister, Joyce (Lambert) Saunders of Houlton; 28 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Winston, Blaine, Deane, Milton Jr., Neil, Clair and Duane and sisters, Crete Gentle and Jean Jackins.
     Friends may call 12 -1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, at Bowers Funeral Home, 10 Water St., Houlton, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. with the Pastor Sterling Lawrence officiating. An additional service will be held at a later date in Deerfield, Mass.
     In lieu of flowers those who wish may donate to:
    The Greater Houlton Arts Center Care of Bowers Funeral Home
    P.O. Box 579
    Houlton, Maine 04730
    Bryce V. Lambert

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Dec. 28, 2007.

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for Bryce Lambert

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Jean Oggins

March 9, 2021

A. witty recent newspaper article on the use of the semi-colon reminded me of Bryce Lambert's amusing and rigorous journalism class about punctuation, word use (avoid adverbs and the use of "very"!) , active voice, and writing style. After reading E..B. White on style, we read White's thoughtful leisurely essays and talked about their style. It was deep teaching about all that goes into good writing. Thank you, Mr. Lambert.

Ron Clemons

January 3, 2008

I met Bryce in 1969 at Blair Academy, where we both taught. I will admit I was somewhat intimidated at first because I had heard so much about this great educator who sometimes even knew how to intimidate students. It took only a short time for us to become great friends and throughout the next 38 years we visited each other in Deerfield, Brunswick and my home in Independence, MO. I remember a great trip to Europe in 1975 (my first and his 25th). He was a great guide. My wife, Molly, and I always looked forward to his many visits. The last time we saw him was in July 2006. We have wonderful memories of that visit. I talked with him by phone in late November, and we spent much of the conversation reminiscing about our good times. I will always remember his intellect, love of trivia, humor and curiosity about life. After I became director of Blair Summer School for Journalism, I recognized his gift as an educator and his special love for his students. I am saddened by his death, but I can still smile because of the good memories. He was a true friend indeed, and Molly and I will miss him.

jamey clement

January 3, 2008

Bryce Voter Lambert- it was professors like him who made Deerfield what it is today. I will miss his political banter, the opportunity to educate him about the quality life in Texas and his friendship.

Cass Squire

January 1, 2008

Bryce Lambert was the most eccentric teacher I ever had. His "very" cutter being only one example (he believed "very" was an over used and unnecessary word - that one could achieve emphasis without using it. I remember my early papers coming back with holes cut in them to remove any offending "very". Bryce was also one of the most demanding, and absolutely the best teacher I ever had. The world has lost a great educator.

David Chittim

January 1, 2008

Caught scribbling on my desk, I was admonished to "Put a piece of paper under that pencil please! Quick, what is the name of that literary device?"

BVL remains near the top of my list of most influential mentors, teachers and molders of men. I shall miss him and keep his memory near.

David Porter

December 29, 2007

In 1980, Mr. Lambert taught at Blair Summer School for Journalism and increased my understanding of journalism and myself significantly. I am better for having known him. Rest in peace, Mr. Lambert. Your passion lives on in your students.

mac carter

December 28, 2007

bryce lambert. no compromise. endless friends and admirers, including me. what great times, including maine, paris, cairo, london, vienna--a great friend and a great mentor for over fifty years. the deerfield banner at harry's new york bar with BVL in the corner--so much unforgettable stuff, bryce.

Deane Lambert

December 28, 2007

This world has certainly lost a fine person in Bryce V Lambert. He knew what scholarship was all about.A keen,witty and well rounded individual who always showed much compassion for his fellow man. May he rest in peace!

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