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K. Walter Grom
January 3, 2009
Dear Grace and Family,
David's advice to a new teacher at MAU was that "you must survive, and use the point system with students in class." He was my greatest mentor. Life on his watch made many people better human beings. Thank you Dave.
My love to all of you.
Todd Cummings
December 22, 2008
Grace, David, Ellen, Anne and Wren,
Where do the years go... I just heard about Dave's passing and I wanted you all to know that Pam and I are thinking of you all.
I just read through all of the guest book entries and it brought a smile to face thinking of the positive ways that Dave touched so many people in his life including me.
He certainly had a big influence in my young life as a second father figure and one of my absolute favorite teachers.
I have many terrific and fun memories of all of you as my second family during my early years!
I have one particularly funny memory of Dave and maybe Bob Howe (or Rick or Bart maybe?) trying to pole vault over the pond at one of your summer parties!!
Hilarious to say the least.
I also remember David and I starting a campfire out in the marsh in winter because we were arctic explorers and needed warmth. We couldn't understand why big Dave came running frantically across the dry marsh waving his arms at us? As he came closer it became very apparent to us that perhaps a fire in the middle of a marsh in winter wasn't the best idea : )
I will always remember him fondly...
My love and hugs to all of you.
Todd
Gordon (Rip) Vail
December 22, 2008
To the Jareckie Family;
I knew Dave when our famikly lived across the street from the Jareckies in Madison, NJ. We moved to Bennington in 1941. Dave, in his college days used to visit my family and I know that I speak for my mother and father in expressing our grief. They loved Dave and truly enjoyed his visits.
Roger Schwarz
December 19, 2008
Dear Grace, Ellen, Anne, Wren, and David,
We are sincerely, profoundly touched by Dave's obituary and the many sympathy expressions all of which are wonderful and loving testimonies to the outstanding husband, father, friend, teacher, patriot, and human being Dave was! He was the epitome of the definition of "ManKind" and what "ManKind" should be more of in this troubled world. We truly admired his good natured conduct, strong character, wisdom, values, witty humor, total committment to family and real, wholesome other devotions. We always enjoyed the time spent with Dave and the redeeming value of his thoughts. Our heartfelt condolences and love to you! Linda & Roger
CraigR Reynolds
December 18, 2008
Grace and Family
This evening a friend sent me the
sad news about David. Although I did not take any classes with him at MAUHS , David gave me the opportunity for by far my most valuable learning experience in high school - the 69 and 70 trips to Atlapulco Mexico .It was an incredible experience that I still remember vividly today . His exuberance for fully experiencing life [ both ups and downs ] is how I remember him . He was a great guy , whose smile was like sunshine .
Kenneth Porter
December 18, 2008
Dear Grace and family,
It doesn't matter that he was born in NJ,for he was one of the best Vermonters Iv'e ever known. A stalwart, straightforward guy with the courage of his convictions. I'm proud to have known him during our teaching days together at Benhi.
Natalie Brown
December 18, 2008
Gretchen and Steve,
I am very sorry to learn about, David, your brother’s passing.
He accomplished so much in his life, which is something to be proud and memories never to be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your cousin,
Jerry and Natalie (Kinsman) Brown.
Nancy Page
December 17, 2008
Grace and family,
Dave -- Mr. Jareckie when he tried to teach me Social Studies -- was an erascible, cheerful teacher. Stubbornly cheerful. When I became bored in school -- which was often -- I would just talk and participate in class WAY too often. When I took this chatterbox habit of personality to Dave's class, he was just delighted to have constant participation by me. !!!??!! I found this fascinating. I began to develop actual opinions on what he was teaching and trying hard to understand what one is studying in a "history" class. He had this wonderful, wonderful stubborn smile, no matter how much I chatted away, or no matter what else happened in class. You could just tell he was happy to be teaching and to be alive.
Grace and Dave were so in love that it deeply saddens me that they should be parted on this fallen Earth. I loved, absolutely loved, visiting their home as a child. I loved Dave's highly creative family life -- filled with new hobbies (the homemade yogurt), new activites (ice skating on the pond). How old was Dave when he built his first house? About the age when a lot of men are thinking about planning for retirement.
Adventuresome in mind and spirit, cheerful, and wonderfully gracious. In every sense of the word. And such a brave ending to his life on this earth.
I'm happy to know that I'll have an eternity to get reacquainted with the unique image of Christ imprinted by God into the creation of Dave Jarecki.
Grace, if there is *anything* you want or need, just give me a ring. If by Jan 24th you're in the mood for a party, know you're most welcome to stop on by at the wedding. I love you all bunches.
May the entire Jarecki family feel the power of all our prayers and receive sustaining grace each day.
Chuck Webster
December 17, 2008
Dear Jareckie Family,
I am saddened to read of Dave's passing. Although we taught in different buildings, I always considered Dave a mentor. He always had sage advice to offer. When we were on negotiation teams together over the years, his thoughtful wisdom helped smooth the rough spots. The education community has lost a true icon who touched many, many lives.
Peter Vail
December 17, 2008
As a former student, and now, after a career (at least partly) as an educator and trainer, I realize that people like David pass through our lives very infrequently. He was one of a kind. He unzipped my brain and made me think for myself, and helped me discover that there was something inside that was worth sharing. I'm pleased that I got to share with him my gratitude for that, many years later.
Martha Emery (Porter)
December 17, 2008
Grace and family -
My Dad told me this past weekend of Dave's passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Some of my best childhood memories involve the farm and the pond!
Craig Sweet
December 17, 2008
"Jareckie" was an original....a terrific teacher, a great, great human being...such a wonderful and inquisitive spirit...David made high school tolerable for many of us...my thoughts are with you all...
Linda Allard
December 17, 2008
Grace and family,
"Mr. Jareckie" as I knew him in my early years was my social studies teacher in high school. I came to know him as "Dave" as he entered into my adult world through my nursing proffession- what a great pleasure that turned out to be- for me at least. I had the pleasure of getting to know one of the wisest, interesting, gentlest, educators- humans beings for that matter, that I had ever met. As a " know it all" teenage student I could never have
really appretiated the depth and wisdom of this man. As an adult with a bit more wisdom under my belt, I am blessed to have had the opportunity to have gotten to know him as the great man he was. I will truly miss seeing him and conversing with him about things we both loved to talk about, from world affairs to his garden. He continued to teach me even in his 80's and I was wise enough to realize it. How blessed I am! Life is such a funny thing.
Grace, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony Krulikowski
December 17, 2008
Grace,
The world is a little less bright without Dave. He was truly a gentleman and a role model that taught me so much. I know he leaves so much behind for us all to remember, the old mountain goat! Much Love, Tony
Frank Sutton
December 17, 2008
Prayers go to the loving family of David. Over the many years of teaching with him I admired his steady professionalism and will always warmly remember Grace and the children. May the sun shine warm upon you all.
Julie Fortier
December 17, 2008
Dear Jareckie Family,
I'm sorry to hear about Mr. Jareckie. He was one of the best Social Studies teacher's that I had at MAU. He will be missed by all of his students.
Cecilia Crawford
December 17, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Jareckie's passing. I remembered him well as a student at Mau, years ago. One of the most patient and understanding teachers I've ever had.
Jeannette Jones
December 17, 2008
Grace and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your husband, and Dad. He will now be at peace after his many adventures in his and your life together. I have not seen you for a bit of time now. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Your neighbor down the road,
Jeannette Jones
Don Letizia
December 17, 2008
The Jarecki Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your many memories bring you comfort. It was indeed an honor to know David, not only as a faithful customer to Green Mtn Surplus, for many years, but, as a genuine, entertaining individual and man of integrity. We shall all miss him.
Janice Gilbert
December 17, 2008
I am writing to you to express my sympathy for the lost of David Jareckie.
Janice Kinsman Gilbert
Joyce Harrington
December 15, 2008
Dear Grace and family,
David's lessons and his example of lust for life have been with me all the years since I left Benhi. It was very important to me to visit with you both any time I had a chance, because you have both been a continuing inspiration for me to keep trying to be a better person. I know that he lived every minute to the fullest, and that you provided continual strength and support . My sincere condolences to you all.
Jeff Leake
December 15, 2008
Grace and family,
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I know he has impacted many lives within the community and he will be deeply missed. I was glad to spend time with him.
Kelly Hayes
December 13, 2008
Ann and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Judith Pennock
December 12, 2008
Dear Jareckie Family,
As a member of the education community in Bennington, I knew Dave in that context. I also knew him from my next job at Evans' News downtown. Soft-spoken and kind, he always saw the best in people, and that is a gift in itself. I also heard wonderful things about his teaching from students whose lives he touched, and from colleagues fortunate enough to work with him. So although you don't know me, I wanted to sign this guest book and offer my sincere condolences to you all at this time of sadness and loss.
Sincerely,
Susan Wiskoski
December 11, 2008
Dear Gracie
I am so sorry to read of Dave's death. I loved him and his quiet, joyful, eye-twinkling ways. He will be missed. I know all the times you shared and memories you have will help you in this difficult time. God bless. Lovingly, Sue Wiskoski
Yvonne Hyde
December 11, 2008
Dear Grace and family, I was so sad to hear of David's passing. He was one of my favorite patients. David and your entire family were wonderful to work with. May you be comforted by God and each other during this difficult time. With love, from Yvonne (physical therapist).
Mary Reczek
December 11, 2008
Grace and family - David was the anchor of the Social Studies Department for so many years. I admired his ability to think outside of the box. At our department meetings, he could be counted on to make observations and arguments that altered the way we saw issues. Dave was so genuine! His dedication to the our students and to the community should be a source of pride to his family.
Meg Pond
December 11, 2008
Dear Grace and Family,
I heard from Sarah vanRyckevorsel that Dave had died and I've been thinking of you all since then. My love and peace - Meg Pond
Wayne Baker
December 10, 2008
I am sorry to read of your loss.
David was also one of my favorite teachers in the late '50s in a class called Problems of American Democracy and "a coming of age class." It was when you two were first married. The kids in that class were outrageous, esp. the girls. They had him embarrassed all the time asking about what he would do in certain circumstances. He was so strait-laced and naive, he was a riot! He was not only a teacher but a mentor to many kids, more like a friend. I haven't seen him in about 15 years but I wondered from time to time what he was doing with himself after retirement. Whenever I see your daughter's mouse cards, I think of your family. I hope that your family is doing well and are healthy.
Jeanne Miller
December 10, 2008
I didn't have the honor of knowing David well, but what I did know, I admired. He was a man of incredible inner strength and had a verve for life that we should all be so lucky to have. You are all in my prayers. Please know that you now have a very powerful angel watching out for you..Love, Jeanne M. Miller
EVA HESS
December 10, 2008
Grace & family,
David was my favorite teacher in Bennington High School-but he was more than a teacher. He was a mentor and a true example of a compassionate, caring person. I respected his knowledge and wisdom and the guidance he gave me. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Denise Dean (Kelley)
December 10, 2008
My heart is with you all. I spent some wonderful times with this family as a child and and as a student. May the love I witnessed as a child help you thru this time.
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