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Joseph Dyals Obituary
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Colin Arcadi
May 14, 2021
Mr. Joseph Dyals was my art teacher when I was in elementary at Lawton Chiles Elementary school and I was extremely saddened when they informed me and the rest of the students of his passing. I am now graduated from high school and still remember how good of a teacher he was.
Shawn Fogle
February 19, 2021
Sitting here thinking of you my friend... You are very much missed after all these years...
Laynie Gelia
September 9, 2018
8 years ago today... I was in elementary school. Now Ive graduated high school & I still wont ever forget. He was a great , amazing art teacher. Never will be forgotten.
Fred Sergeant
May 16, 2016
I still think of Joe often and know that LOVE is forever.
He was there for me at a very important time in my life. And I love the family..Ben, Linda, Elena..you always made me feel so welcome
Bella Sabino
November 11, 2012
I miss Mr. Dyals so much!
Hayleigh Standard
November 4, 2012
I will always miss Mr. Dyals he was my favorite art teacher! I was a wreck when he passed away.
Neysha Sanchez
August 19, 2011
Mr.Dyals i will miss u so much and every time i come i aways see u with a smile in your face and that makes me so happy and u are the best art teacher ever that i had before .............SO I WILL KEEP PRAYING FOR U AND I WILL MISS U
Neysha sanchez
August 19, 2011
Mr.dyals was the frist art teacher i had hewas so funny he aways have smilesin his face andi lovemr.dyals so much...........SOI WILL AWAYS KEEP UIN MY HEART And aways be praying for u
Neysha Sanchez
August 18, 2011
Mr.dyals was my frist art teacher that i had i love him so much and i aways miss him he was a awesome guy...proud his life and i just be praying all day long ...I will keep u in my heart
February 24, 2011
I don't know what to say: Joe was our room mate our first year at FloArts. I've been searching to find him for about a year or more: He was an awesome guy...proud his life crossed paths with mine... Joe was the first person who made me open my eyes and live life. I remember the house we rented in Palatka and his crazy way of getting inspired to do his art projects. Rest in Peace my friend.
Fred Sergeant
December 22, 2010
I loved Joe very much and am saddened by hearing of this loss. Know that I am thinking of the family this holiday season and I have such great memories of spending time with all of you. Joe was such a kind hearted and loving man.
Fred
Shawn Fogle
October 22, 2010
I miss you Joe... Joe and I met at about thirteen or fourteen and have been friends ever since... When I think beck to high school, just about every memorie has Joe somewhere in it... He was a life long friend who I will not forget....
Ms. Marty Reid
September 27, 2010
I will miss Joe so much! We became friends as a result of him choosing to use my art fundraising company that I started ten years ago! I had been an art teacher to over 900 students so we had a common ground and bond from the start! He truly loved seeing the children "light up" when they saw their art! We had lots of wonderful conversations and I could always count on some fantastic laughs, hilarious jokes and also, best of all, his sincere compassion. When I received this news today, my heart sank. I share how deeply saddened I and my team of employees were to hear about Joe. We will keep his family in our prayers and know that Joe will continue to touch the lives of the thousands of children that he taught as well as his faculty friends. I know he touched mine for over ten years. God Bless Joseph Dyals. I am blessed to have had him as my friend.
Molly Ennis
September 17, 2010
Mr. Dyals was my very first art teacher. I'm 20 now and studying art and graphic design in college.
To his family and friends: I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. D was genuine and selfless. You know someone's great when they impact the life of a seven year old.
Lauren Saslow
September 17, 2010
My mother worked with Joe and she also volunteers at the VA Hospital. Joe organized a paper ornament project with every student at Chiles each year in December. I would take hundreds of the paper ornaments and decorate the walls at spinal cord injury unit at the VA Hospital. The vets would tell me where to hang them and loved the colorful decorations. Joe also joined our family for Thanksgiving and many of his original ink drawings are framed and hanging in my parents' home. He will be dearly missed.
John Ferris
September 16, 2010
Was friends with Joe attending middle and high school together. Lost track after. I found him and lost him in an instance upon hearing of this loss. He will always be remembered with fondness and admiration, as Joe has positively influenced and changed a great many lives. My deepest sympathies to his loved ones and family.
Jordan Starling
September 16, 2010
Dear Parents of Mr.D,
I am Jordan... Mr. D was my art teacher since the second grade. Now I am in 8th grade. But when I left the school after 5th grade, I still used to stop by Mr. D's room and say "Hi." I was very close to Mr. D and on Thrusday afternoon I was in a ball, in the corner of my room, crying and sobbing. I really wish that he was still here. But if you think about it.... He didnt suffer from anything. And he is in a much better place. He will be watching over all of us, with the Big Man himself (God).
WE WILL ALL MISS HIM...
-JORDAN STARLING :)
September 14, 2010
Ben and Linda
I am so sad to here about your son. My heart goes out to you both. I will pray for God to give you both strength to go thru this sad time. Mickey and I are thinking of you.
Sandy Summers Sheffield,Alachua,Fla.
Mickey Summers, Ocala, Fla.
September 14, 2010
For Ben and Lynda, Kay and I did not know Joseph as an adult but it is apparent from the remarks of those who did know him that he was a tremendous human being and one of whom you could be immensely proud. Considering whose son he was, the fact he was a very high quality man is not surprising. Our not knowing him was our great loss. We extend to both of you and your family our heartfelt sympathy. Bob and Kay Whitener
Teresa McClain
September 14, 2010
My daughter Audrey loved Mr.Dyals dearly. She hugged him many times. She enjoyed his art class for all the four years she was at Chiles. We just had to go say Hi to him at the open house. He was excited to begin another fun year. He bragged about having more time for art class than some schools. He always had a smile and Hello for all. He recently told my daughter that he loved the way she always walked into his class smiling at him. And that is how we hope to remember him. He is so missed by so many. Audrey says he is now an angel with her Grandmother and together they will paint the most beautiful sunsets and rainbows. My heart and prayers go out to all his family and friends. We all know what a very special and sweet man he was and we are so thankful for all he inspired our children to be.
Pencil drawing by Joe - 2001
Kathleen Mueller
September 14, 2010
My son and I had not seen Mr. Dyals since leaving Chiles in 2001, but we are both heart-sick to hear of his passing. He will remain a bright spot in our memories of that time.
As a parent volunteer, I worked with Joe in the after school 'Discovery Club'. He was always enthusiastic and full of joy. His art club always filled up because he made each child feel special.
My son - just a 3rd grader at the time - admired one of Joe's drawings, so Joe gave it to him. That's just the kind of giving person he was. Ben has hung this pencil drawing of an eagle over his desk for the past 10 years. He treasures it now more than ever.
To his family, please know that Joe made a genuine difference in the lives of thousands of children. His artistic spirit truly lives on in them.
September 14, 2010
Ben & Linda
I am so sorry to hear about the recent loss of your son, Joseph.
You are in the thoughts and prayers of your many friends here in Ocala.
Jack Harward
Ocala, Fl.
Donys Teller
September 14, 2010
My name is Donys Sigman Teller and I graduated from Ocala High School in 1959, a year ahead of Lloyd! I was so sorry to read about your son Joseph. I understand what you all are going thru because I lost my only son, Don Teller, in a tragic car accident on Dec. 16, 2008 and he was 37 years old. Just know that you four are in my thoughts and prayers. May our Lord carry you thru these difficult times.
Sincerely,
Donys
September 13, 2010
Lloyd and Linda, Jason and Elena;
Our hearts go out to you, as you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry and Sherry Roberts
Dunnellon, FL
September 13, 2010
Elena and Family your brother and son touched more peoples lives than you will ever know. We truly miss him. Thank you for sharing him with us. I say this because yes he is your son and brother but he will also always be one of us Chiles Falcons!!! We miss you Mr. D!!!
September 13, 2010
I worked with Joe for many years at Tampa Palms before we split and he went to Chiles. We kept up with him through our art teacher Liz and always knew he was doing well and had found such a good home at Chiles with so many of our old Tampa Palms family. A kinder soul never walked. Loved his job and the kids. I remember joking so often at lunch with him and he would roll his eyes and smile from ear to ear. He touched with kindness so many and will be sadly missed and thought of often. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this hard time. Just remember how many young lives he touched and molded. He was truly special to all he met and taught.
Vickie H.
September 13, 2010
I worked with Joe for many years at Tampa Palms before we split and he went to Chiles. We kept up with him through our art teacher Liz and always knew he was doing well and had found such a good home at Chiles with so many of our old Tampa Palms family. A kinder soul never walked. Loved his job and the kids. I remember joking so often at lunch with him and he would roll his eyes and smile from ear to ear. He touched with kindness so many and will be sadly missed and thought of often. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this hard time. Just remember how many young lives he touched and molded. He was truly special to all he met and taught.
Loretta Soscia
September 13, 2010
I worked with Joe when I was a teacher at Chiles Elementary. He was such a sweet and loveable person. I will always remember his classroom and the wonderful treasures he had in there. I will remember his smile when we would greet each other on a way from our classrooms. God Bless you Joe and all the wonderful things you have done!!! I will miss you!
September 13, 2010
Dear, Dear Lloyd and Linda, Jason and Elena,
We are so very sorry.
Know that we are and will be thinking of you.
Love,
Bob and Jan
September 13, 2010
Ben & Linda; Our prayers are with you. Just heard about the accident. Your Buddy, Skip Craven
September 12, 2010
I don't know if you remember me, but Joe and I were friends back in his WD days. We came out to your place to go skiing a time or two. I know he was having a rough time of it back then, but we reconnected through Classmates a couple of years ago and he was so happy with his life, his career, and was using his talents the way that allowed him to reach many lives, including changing his own. I had often thought of him through the years, so I was thrilled to discover that he was happy and content. I am so very sorry for your loss. I know as a mother of a son myself, I cannot begin to fathom your suffering and sorrow. Please know your son was loved by many.
Tammy Rowe
Elidia E. Carranza
September 12, 2010
Joseph Dyals taught children to admire the beauty that is around them. My prayers are with his family, friends, students and coworkers. Gods blessings to all.
September 12, 2010
To the Dyals family,
We are sorry to hear about your son.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Gretchen Capuano
Jenna Thorman
September 12, 2010
Thank you for inspiring my children.
Elena Harvey
September 12, 2010
RIP MY BROTHER!
Elena Harvey
September 12, 2010
I am Joe's little sister. I wanted to say THANK YOU from our family for all your kind words & memories. It has helped us at this terrible time knowing Joe was loved by so many. Joe loved his job & bringing ART into the children's lives. He will forever be missed.
Shannon Seavey
September 12, 2010
Mr. Dyals was a great man. I have always loved ceramics and when he was working with clay with the children he would always let me join my class and make my own piece. He was always asking us (classroom teachers) what we were doing in our classrooms so that he could incorporate it with the stduents art projects. Mr. D will surely be missed. He was a wonderful man who leaves BIG shoes to fill. Heaven has gained a new angel and Mr. D is no longer in pain. We will miss you!!!
Liz Erhardt
September 12, 2010
Know that your family now has a very special angel watching over you and sending you love and protection.
I worked closely with your son while he was at Tampa Palms and our friendship continued and blossomed when he moved to Chiles. All of the art teachers admired his strength, his compassion, his humor, and his love of his students. He was and will continue to be a roll model for us all.
God bless you Joe....we love you and will miss you.
September 11, 2010
Ben ,Linda, Jason and Elena you are in our prayers and thoughts.
We lived down the road from your parents (Lonnie & Ola Belle when we lived in Ocala.
Glen and Linda Stewart
Buddy & Martha Dyals
September 11, 2010
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for healing go out to Lloyd & Linda and other family and friends. It seems that heaven has gained an angel who will be greatly missed by a multitude of family, friends, and students both past and present. May God comfort you all!
Peggy Valentine
September 11, 2010
Joseph was my second cousin. Because I live in Illinois I did not spend much time with him. But the times I was around him I was blessed. Joe was a sensitive,caring person. He was loved by his family and friends. He will be missed so much. I pray for those he left behind. They will need to be comforted because there will be a great sense of loss in their hearts. May God comfort you in a way noone else can.
Mary Pate
September 11, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of Joe Dyals. I first met Joe while going to school at Central Florida Community College. We both wanted to be art teachers. We continued on to the University of Florida. We shared many, many classes together at UF. I have many wonderful memories of Joe from our time at school. We worked on projects and shared our passion for art. I always knew that he would touch the hearts and inspire the minds of his students.I am sorry that we lost contact over the years. We should never get to busy for old friends. He will always have a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the Dyals family.
Mary Pate
Cindy Snyder
September 11, 2010
We are shocked and saddened by the loss of a long time friend. A wonderful, caring and talented man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends during this difficult time. God Bless you, Joe. May you rest in peace.
The Ho Family
September 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dyals family and all of the Chiles Elementary teachers and students. Our 2 sons enjoyed art classes with Mr. Dyals. We have many ceramics, art portfolios, and doodles saved through the years. They will be cherished even more.
As a parent walking thru Chiles on any given day, a quick "Hello" from Mr. Dyals often turned into a conversation about his students and what projects his classes were working on. You knew that he loved his students and the artwork they created.
Thank You, Mr. Dyals! Heaven is a better place now with an awesome art teacher!
Caetlin Dempsey
September 10, 2010
I lovad Mr Dyals and I can honestly say he was a great artist and without him I would not even be a good artist. God bless him.
Ron and Vickie Garcia
September 10, 2010
We met Mr. Dyals when we substituted for his art classes. He was truly talented and was loved by staff and students. When we see the beautiful sunrises,sunsets, and rainbows, we will know his hands helped paint them.
Yolanda Jacques
September 10, 2010
I am sorry you left this world so soon,I feel very lucky that I worked with you,may God Bless Joe!
September 10, 2010
Yesterday, upon hearing the news of Joe's death, a first grader in my class looked up at me and asked "I wonder if Mr. Dyals has his angel wings yet?". Knowing Joe, and all the lives he has touched, yes...he has them already!
Kimberly Jacques
September 10, 2010
I got to know Mr. Dyals through my years as a volunteer at Tampa Palms and Chiles and he truly was a kind soul, gifted artist, and inspiring teacher. He's now creating beautiful works of art for all of creation. Rest in peace Mr. Dyals. You will be missed!
cameryn brauer
September 10, 2010
I will miss you Mr.Dyals. It is so sad to know that you will no longer be here with us, But I know you are resting peacefully up in heaven with god.
Cameryn Brauer
Papa Ron York
September 10, 2010
Any death is a loss to some one, and in this sad case...to so many. God has a new Potter, a new Art Teacher in heaven. May the things that this teacher taught his students, whom he obviously loved as a good and kind and gentle man does as a teacher, always remind his students of the fact that goodness and postive things in life go on, long after we may leave this earth. May God bless each and every soul who morns Mr. Dyals passing.
Raequel Tomsich
September 10, 2010
Words cannot express the profound loss so many children (and their parents) are feeling. Our children have many great memories of Mr. Dyals and art class. They were so proud of their artwork displayed at the annual art shows and of their clay projects. They will long remember the special rainbow crayons Mr. Dyals gave out when a student brought in supplies for the art room. Mr. Dyals will be truly missed. Thank you for what you did for our children.
The Tomsich Family
Michelle Ball
September 10, 2010
The Ball family wishes to extend our deepest sympathies to the Dyals family. My three children had the wonderful experience of being in Mr. Dyals class, and I had the pleasure of working with him. He liked to play pranks on me while we worked bus duty together. Those memories make me smile and my children's art pieces will be a constant reminder of the dedicated teacher he was. Thank you Joe for spreading your love of art to others...God bless
September 10, 2010
The clay pottery items that my children have created over the years are displayed in a curio cabinet in our house. When these projects come home at the end of the school year the girls want their pieces displayed in a "special" place. These beautiful little pottery projects will now have a more significant meaning for my kids as they grow up. Each piece will have memories of Mr. Dyals. God bless his family, his co-workers, and the kids who will miss him.
The Moose Family
September 10, 2010
Your touching tributes brought tears to my eyes. God bless you..Rest in Peace..
Susan Bunch
September 10, 2010
Such a sad day yesterday. My 8-year-old was absolutely inconsolable over the sudden loss of his wonderful art teacher. My older boys were sad as well, as they both enjoyed Mr. Dyals' art classes and still keep their treasured ceramic projects that he helped them create. Rest in peace, you will be missed by many children and adults alike ...
DONNA BEIGHLEY
September 10, 2010
THIS IS AN AWFUL TRADGEDY, MY SON WAS IN HIS ART CLASS, AND HE WAS VERY UPSET WITH THIS NEWS. HE WILL BW MISSED BY EVERYONE AT CHILED ELEMENTARY. GOD BLESS
The Markley Family
September 10, 2010
My children had the privilege of being taught by Mr. Dyals at Tampa Palms Elementary many years ago when art came back into the classroom. He inspired them and brought his enthusiasm for art into the school. The art teacher's class is the ENTIRE school -- what a legacy he leaves with the thousands of lives he touched over the years. His candle will surely burn brightly for eternity.
Amanda Franklin
September 10, 2010
My children cried yesterday upon hearing the news of Mr. Dyals. My oldest son, now in middle school, has great memories of Mr. Dyals and still has some of his silly drawings. He will be missed.
francisco rivas
September 10, 2010
joe was art teacher of my three kids in 2007, he was an excelent person. we are going to miss him a lot.
fabiana, miguel and juan rivas
venezuela
Karen Shea
September 10, 2010
Mr. Dyals will be greatly missed. I can't tell you how excited my kids were to go to art each week & make their special projects. It was such a wonderful event to see all the kids hard work at the art show each year and to share their excitement when they found 'their' projects displayed for all to see. They felt so proud & excited to be 'famous' artists. My oldest son had the privilege of attending Mr. Dyals art class since Kindergarten, and he is now in 5th grade. My youngest also loved going to art & sharing his creations. My kids were so lucky to have experienced such a great teacher who made all his students feel special and talented. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to your students, both past & present. You will not be forgotten. My heart goes out to your friends and family at this difficult time. God bless.
Abigail Vandeberg
September 10, 2010
I will miss you Mr. Dyals and you were the best art teacher I ever had. I will never forget the smelly stickers you gave out after class and I am sorry you didn't get to finish your painting. I will miss you dearly. Rest in Peace!
Wendy Enzor
September 10, 2010
"May ALL who feel the sadness of Mr.Dyals death remember his life was dedicated to what is the most important job in the world... Teaching Children!" What a legacy he leaves behind. May he rest in peace!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6Sf46A9v1I
September 10, 2010
I did not know this man however I was at the scene. To his family and friends, please know people were with him. He was not alone. All my heart and prayers are with you
Josh & Lauren Funt
September 10, 2010
Our family moved to Tampa Palms in 1999. Our 3 children, Jennifer, Ben & Jerry, all loved art, and were encouraged by Mr. Dyals. They all attended a summer art program that he had then as well.
He was a great teacher, loved the kids and art and teaching. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Barbara Nelson Eddins
September 10, 2010
My heart, love, and prayers to Joe's family and loved ones.
Corinne Ayers
September 10, 2010
As a parent and art lover, I looked forward every year to the clay creations my children would bring home for Mother's Day, Father's Day and the creations for the Square One art fundraiser. I have tiles from every one of their years at Chiles. My son was lucky enough to have Mr. Dyals from Kindergarten through 5th grade. My daughter is in her last year at Chiles and was supposed to have Mr. Dyals for art today. How sorely missed he will be. It is surreal that such a true staple of our school and community is now gone. Our family's sympathies, prayers and best wishes go out to his family and friends. Here's to you, Mr. Dyals.
Krista Bush
September 10, 2010
Kayla loved art and will truly miss Mr. Dyals. She was very upset and sad but said he's in heaven now. She was always so excited about their projects every year and couldn't wait till Spring for the annual art show that he put together. He was truly an inspiration to all the children and will truly be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, fellow teachers and students and our hearts are filled with many great memories.
The Bush family
Cassandra J.
September 10, 2010
I worked with him for years. He was a good and trusted friend who lived for the kids and made the most of everything. A talented artist and eternal optimist.
Eric LaGattuta
September 10, 2010
I will always remember Mr. Dyals as the man who helped me enjoy art even when it was obvious I had no talent at all. He could always make it fun. He has touched the lives of so many kids and he will definitely be missed.
Jodi Pecoraro
September 10, 2010
Joe always had a kind word to say about everyone. His gentle way of guiding his students through the creative process was wonderful to behold. I cannot believe he is gone. He will never be forgotten by those who worked with him, by those he taught, or by anyone who he graced with his joy of life and smile. I pray that his family finds comfort in the outpouring of love for Joe, and the sorrow of us all for his loss. Rest in peace.
gabbi crawford
September 9, 2010
i will always love mr.dyals!!!! he really helped me in art!! i loved every minute i spent with him! i felt i had a connection with him!
Wilmarie Rosas
September 9, 2010
This morning as we drove past a scene of an accident, my kids asked me if that person was going to be alright. I told them that I did not know, but all we could do was pray. It was not until later on this afternoon after seeing so many heart broken children crying and talking to my daughter that I knew that the victim of this mornings accident was my daughters art teacher. My daughter Lizette is new to Chiles and because we recently moved to tampa from out of state, I did not have the pleasure to meet Mr Dyals. What I do know is that he must of been a great art teacher. My 8 year old was so happy when she had art a few wks ago for the first time. She had told me "mom, in art class I made a fish and my teacher said I did a good job, I like my art class". You see my daughter had just been in art class 2 times. She was very anxious last night because she had specials today and she knew it would be art. If a person can inspire and build self confidence in a child with two encounters then he must of been the greatest role model. My daughter asked if it was ok for her to cry even though she did not know him very well. She said that she felt a need to cry and she didn't understand. I told her that it was ok to do so, and that her teacher had a big job in heaven helping the angels create art. May God bless this wonderful teacher and our condolences to his family.
Linda Dees
September 9, 2010
Joe,
I had not seen you for several years, but I often asked about you. Going into your art class was always an adventure of the most excellent kind. I know you loved what you did and that's such a lovely and useful way to spend one's life. I will always remember your kindness, warmth and enthusiasm. Be at peace dear friend.
Joann Griffing
September 9, 2010
To a man who has touched so many lives in New Tampa, rest in peace. The Griffings
September 9, 2010
You will be missed.
Betty Trascritti
September 9, 2010
I just heard the news a few minutes ago and I couldn't believe it. I worked with Joe at Chiles as one of the music teachers when the school opened. We always had a good laugh at lunch or after school and I know he was very passionate about art and teaching. He will be missed...
Emeretta Warren
September 9, 2010
You are already missed dearly...yet my sweet Delaney said it best, "Don't worry, Mom, Mr. Dyals is already in heaven--he's an angel."
Lori Hanson
September 9, 2010
When you are a writing teacher, you are successful when your students see themselves as authors. When you are a science teacher, you are successful when your students think like scientist. When you are an art teacher, you are successful when your students think creatively and feel like they are artists.
Joe couldn’t have been any more successful at being an art teacher. He encouraged each and every one of his students and guided them in expressing themselves through a multitude of media. His students truly became artists under his care. Students’ hearts swelled with pride at the amazing annual art show he put together each year. Artwork was always plentiful and required the help of many volunteers to display ever so carefully --- and elegantly. The media center was transformed each and every spring into a brilliant array of colors. Children in all grade levels anxiously awaited their class’s turn to visit the show during the school day. Each wide-eyed child scanned the white tags with student names to find their class and then scanned the area for their piece. If you’d ever been to the art show, you know what I’m talking about.
And the kids weren’t the only ones that were excited. In the evening hours of the art show, parents, too, marveled at the masterpieces that were crafted by such small hands.
Joe meticulously ran his art room like a finally tuned machine and ensured that every child had a piece of clay work along with another piece of artwork of their choice at the show.
Joe’s students didn’t just think they were artists. They KNEW they were artists. How do I know? Not only could you see hearts filled with pride, but the kids respected each others’ work, too. They gingerly walked through the show, examining the pieces, pointing out those that were particularly impressive, and excitedly looking at what the next grade above them had done ---- and the anticipation for next year had begun. I know as a parent, too. My daughter’s pieces hang in our home – framed – for all to see.
It is an understatement to say Joe has touched many lives. He has inspired young lives, fostered creativity in young lives, and helped so many children blossom.
"The mediocre teacher tells.
The good teacher explains.
The superior teacher demonstrates.
The great teacher inspires."
Joe was a great teacher. He will be greatly missed by his students and his colleagues.
God bless Joe's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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