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Carly Epstein
April 15, 2024
I continue to pay it forward in your name and honor ... looked this obituary up earlier today, when I was telling some young ladies about how I am where I am because of you. Your unwavering commitment to youth was never forgotten, even almost ten years after your passing.
I was telling the ladies that you had been gone for 5 or 6 years, then I opened your obit up and there it said 9.5 years!!! Time flies and so do the changes in teenagers. But the lessons that you taught me, still stand strong today as I pass them on to this next generation. I have heard more this year than ever before, of obstacles that our youth are working towards overcoming. And the lack of guidance that they have in today's world is insurmountable and I wonder how they will pull everything together and fight their way out. They have no choice. And our dedication to passing your legacy is vital, now more than ever.
My hour long one way commute to school every day is worth the sacrifice, because I am doing what you did for me and so many others; and I am doing it for the very same forgotten kids just like myself, that are full of spirit, pride, experience, intelligence and so much more. They are our future and they have to see their power! They are our new warriors in the good fight for a better tomorrow.
As you look down from the clouds, I know that you know that you have never been forgotten and that so many kids know you today; even if it is just by a picture and the memories, they still know you and your strength and how much it has lasted over the decades.
Nothing but love to the man who didn't have to.
Class of 1998!
December 29, 2023
He was the best. Just talked about him today. Keeping his memory alive.
Dan Powell
July 28, 2019
I did not know that Mr . Player had passed. I have very fond memories of our times together in FWISD. God bless his family.
cherie celaya
August 21, 2015
I came to R.L. PASCHAL today to see my daughter perform for color gaurd. I was remembering all the good times and how i was very grateful to have attended such a good school and have great role models...and people to keep me on the right path! That was you mr.player!!! So sorry i never had the opportunity to tell you in person. I laugh when i think about how you made the boys wear a rope for a belt when they sagged their pants. And thanks for giving me detetention and had me clean the lunch tables. Was mad back then but the moment i became a mother i understood! Thank you for being a blessing in my life. Your memory will live on threw my kids! Love to your family
Cherie ( lankford) celaya
Class of 97
Paul Player
April 9, 2015
None knew each other better than you and I, as we were born a year apart. Some may have even thought us twins. I think of you often and find it difficult to imagine this physical life without your presence. I have lost a piece of me that cannot be replaced. Peace
Carly Epstein
April 1, 2015
I sit here and cry in from of my kids (students many will call them), all because I just found out that my mentor is gone. He knew I thought the world of him, because of him I am a proud high school and college grad...I am currently paying it forward because of what he did for me in high school. He was united by Mr. Torres and Mr. Barnes who always had us kids at heart...thank you for what all you taught me at such an early age. I am forever in gratitude for what you did...saving me in more ways than one.
Breggitta Evans
February 16, 2015
Hello family my name is Breggitta Booker(Evans). Mr. Player lived in Altus for years I have known him half my life starting from grade school I think it was Roosevelt where we meet. I road on his bus during my last two years of high school. There was a time I got on the bus opened up my bowl he said whats that smell who eating on the bus.I said me he said girl what you got I said peach cobbler he said when you get on this bus tomorrow you better have me some. The next day I got on the bus first thing he said where my cobbler! He was something.I am just finding out of his home going searching for a friend with the same name as Mr. Player and found the shock of the night. I always wondered where he was, when I would go back to Altus no one knew and all this time I lived in Abilene tx at Dyess AFB and now in Midwest City, Oklahoma. All the times I have been to Arlington Tx. I could of payed a visit to him. Mr. Player will be missed deeply.This is me and my five Heart beats my children I would of loved for Mr. Player to have meet my family. He was a great man mentor teacher ect..Hey Mr.PLAYER!!WOW!!
Breggitta M. Booker (Evans)
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jose tovar
December 9, 2014
Just found this out ....
Mr.Player,
I just want to thank you for the great things you did for me ,and apologize for the wrongs I did, but me as a "trouble maker" you always chose to help me out out ,give me advice ,take a lot of your time to do one on one focus,why? I never understood, but know this ,you did not waste your time .THANK YOU !!! MAY YOU REST IN PERADISE WITH THE GREAT ALMIGHTY GOD!!!
-Jose Tovar - (Student class of 08)
Barbara Cager
November 9, 2014
I just heard the sad news of our lost of Mr. Glenn Player today. Glenn and I served as administrators several years during summer school at Southwest High School.
My condolences and prayers are sent to the entire Player family.
Dorothy Booker
November 6, 2014
Dorothy Booker
November 6, 2014
I May Be late BUt I love Me some Mr player He was in Altus Ok for a Minute amd He was my bus Driver funny and sweet and did not play with us will leave you in a Heart beat after he has waited and seen you are not in a hurry to get to the bus... He is truly miss May he now rest in the arms of Jesus...
Linda Clarke
November 5, 2014
I worked with Mr. Player at Paschal High School when he was the Assistant Principal, and I was the Because We Care Specialist (Intervention Specialist). He touched the lives of many young people in many difficult situations. His smile and spirit touched all who worked with him in many ways.
Laurie Owens
November 4, 2014
Mr. Player was a good guy and brought a lot of laughter to Metro. Here's a little video link in memory of him. https://animoto.com/play/0Ds6A4b5SeQUcrpEXg6q4Q
Hope the slideshow will bring a happy memory to all!
Norbert WHITAKER
November 3, 2014
Player you will be missed dearly by the Meadowbrook staff. We enjoyed the time the Lord blessed our staff with your presence!!! God bless the family during this season.
Kimberly McGee
November 2, 2014
To the entire Player Family,
May God bless you and give you strength in time of mourning. I worked with Mr. Player @PHS.
FWISD
Beverly Clay-Hudson
November 2, 2014
I met Mr. Player shortly after beginning work with FWISD and worked with him at Eastern Hills, Dunbar, and Metro. he always made me laugh and offered good advice. He cared for his students and served as a mentor to many. I will miss him so much but I know he is in a better place. he always talked about his daughter and his grand daughter and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Rachael Pallone
November 1, 2014
You were a wonderful man, father and grandfather. I am so proud to say I knew you. You always put a smile on my face and you will be greatly missed. May God watch over your family during this difficult time.
Freddie Shaw
November 1, 2014
You were a barrel of laughs and i will forever hold the memories that we shared,you were more than just a teacher to me! You were my friend,my teacher,my entertainment and you will be missed.
November 1, 2014
May God comfort and keep The Player family in this hour of bereavement
NAACP Grand Prairie President Angela Luckey and 1st Vice President Rev. Preston Dixon
Angela Luckey
November 1, 2014
The Grand Prairie NAACP Branch sends our condolence and we have the family in prayer.
Angela Luckey, President
Vinscent Johnson
November 1, 2014
rip Mr player. best teacher I every had
Rose Clark-Diaz
November 1, 2014
Mr.Player,
I will always remember spending way too much time in your office behind dumb choices and decisions I made as a high school student. I appreciate your guidance and the fact that you always kept it real! Thanks for never giving up on me!! You, sir, will be missed by so many.
Lucretia Reed
October 31, 2014
Thank you, Mr. Player for your guidance, support, and some of the funniest times at Metro Opportunity. You will be missed!! May God bless your family at this time of loss.
Glenda Taylor
October 31, 2014
To the family of Glenn, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Glenn and I knew and worked together over 25 years. We had a ton of fun and many laughs together. He was a caring educator and loved kids and only wanted the best for them. He will be missed.
Cloe Harris
October 31, 2014
Mr. Player and I worked together at both O.D. Wyatt and Paschal HIgh Schools. He was always extremely helpful when I had problems with uncooperative students. He was always caring and sympathetic and fun, but he could make stern decisions when they were called for. His passing is a loss to the education system and a blessing to Heaven. I send my sincerest condolences to your family and remember you in my prayers. Glenn Player was "one of a special kind!"
Would love to hear from former students. (1203 Cliff Swallow Ct.)
Sherry Smiley
October 31, 2014
My condolences to the family and friends. May God give you strength, understanding and comfort in your time of grieving. He was a great man and will be missed but God has bigger and better plans for him. I have and will keep you all in my prayers.
Marti Powell
October 31, 2014
Glenn touched the lives of many young students but also his co-workers in the educational field. He was always kind, fair and respectful. Thank you,Glenn. God bless yourfamily.
Denise Kahn
October 31, 2014
Player,
I am going to miss your funny stories.
RIP.
Barbara Cabbil
October 31, 2014
Thanks for the great summer school and INA memories Mr. Player.
Sincerely,
Barbara Cabbil
Yolanda Jackson
October 31, 2014
My condolences to the family, Mr. Player was a wonderful person and one of my favorite peers while he was at R.L. Pashcal High School
Julius Chakrathouk
October 31, 2014
Rest in Paradise Mr.Player...
Lisa Valdez
October 31, 2014
Mr. Player will be greatly missed. God will be glad to have you in his kingdom. I have many memories of him when I was at Pascal high school. My condolences, prayers and love go out to his family and friends.
R.L. Paschal High- Class of '95
silvia valencia
October 31, 2014
You always encouraged me to do my best in school and in life. When I became an administrator like you, you continued to encourage me to do my best and serve our students whole heartedly. Thanks. R.L.Paschal Class '95.
Gwendolyn Johnson
October 30, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Player. He was one of our favorite teachers at Northeast Jr High in Altus, Oklahoma in the mid 80s. He touched many lives at that school. God bless.
Connie Alires
October 30, 2014
There are no words to take the hurt away. I'm so sorry for your loss. Kenya, praying for you and your family. Love you!
October 30, 2014
My condolences to the family. Kelli Hill Taulton
October 30, 2014
Glenn, you will be missed and you are loved and forever in our hearts. God added another bouquet to His garden. You have ceased from your labor and are now at rest. Love, Pat and Eugene Player, Your family
lacreecha white
October 30, 2014
I have fund high school memories of Mr. Player as my principle. May he rest in paradis and may God keep his family in peace. He is missed but not forgotten for he touched many lives.
Talor Smith
October 30, 2014
This was my favorite (AP) Assistance principal at Eastern Hills High School my freshman year He was a nice person was always funny . In the coolest Assistance principal at Eastern Hills High school I'm going to truly miss him. I love you Mr.Player in praying for his entirely family be blessed????????
April Whitley
October 30, 2014
My condolences to the family, Mr. Player was a wonderful principal at Duncaville High School.
Gianni Thomas
October 30, 2014
I just want to send my condolence to the player family Mr. Player was a great man he taught me so much and I'm very thankful for having the pleasure of meeting him its been a while since I seen Mr. player ten years to be exact he was one of my principal at Duncanville high school. He's made a difference in my life and I know that his presence blessed a lot of other people's lives also, Mr Player I will never forget you and you will forever be missed rest in peace and save a spot in heaven for me...
Brenna Jones
October 30, 2014
praying for Shirley nd the family as they go through this difficult time im askin God to give them strength yall keep.ya head up & stay strong yu will be truly missed we gon miss u & love u
Devedra Williams
October 30, 2014
I am at a lost for words, Mr. Player was an awesome man. He was my assistant principal at Duncanville High School 2000-2004, I never saw him frowning or upset he was always positive and smiling. He made a huge impact on us as students and values I learned from him I still carry today. To the family I send my condolences and will keep you uplifted in prayer during this time.
Rick Brown
October 30, 2014
Our prayers are with the family of Mr. Player. It was an honor to work with Him.
Chermika Tisby
October 30, 2014
RIP TO A TRUE N LOVELY MAN U WERE A GOOD PRINCIPAL U HAVE GOT ME OUT ALOT OF TROUBLE N THE DUNBAR DAYS...SAID ALOT OF THINGS THAT WAS ENCOURAGING..U R TRULY MISSEDN LOVED..TO YOUR FAMILY I SEND MY PRAYERS N LOVE N THEIR TIME OF NEED..#CHERMIKA TISBY#
Sharron Sheridan
October 30, 2014
Ms.Player and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May GOD bless you all and keep you strong.
Sharron Sheridan and Family
Quataqua Goss
October 30, 2014
I learned so much from you at Paschal,and I'm glad I had to opportunity to know a person so passionate about your students, rest with the angels!
SGM Raul Sanchez
October 30, 2014
Our condolences and prayers for Glenn's family. He was very supportive of JROTC at Paschal.
mary olden (dan)
October 30, 2014
i would like to extend my prayers to shirley and the family. i am so sorry for your loss.
PHS Class of 2000
October 30, 2014
Many Condolences to Mr. Player's family. One of the most memorable facility members of PHS.
Lois Gibbs
October 30, 2014
My condolences and prayers for the family of Glenn Plater. He was a wonderful friend and mentor at Paschal High School.
Amy Goldsberry (pantoja)
October 30, 2014
He made an impact in a lot of lives. I hope I can aspire to do the same with my life. Mr Player, without you knowing you help raised a generation of kids that could have been lost but you knew every one of your kids that made them feel special. God Bless your family during this time, we will take care of them with our prayers. Thank you for playing a vital role in making me a better human. RIP Mr Player
Tyiesha Yarborough
October 30, 2014
We had some great memories even if wasnt in trouble i still came to i your office just cause I've learn so much you and i thank you
William Martinez
October 30, 2014
He was a loving man how love the young adult at R.L. Pascal
Barbara Conway
October 30, 2014
Kenya;we are so shocked and sadden to hear about Glenn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He will always be remembered by us. May God be with you during this difficult time. Barbara, Marvin and Michael Conway
Erica Walker
October 29, 2014
So Sorry to Hear that your Gone you was a great principal at Dunbar HS. From Erica or Twin what you used to call me C/O 2010
Gaylene Wilson
October 29, 2014
I am so sorry Kenyatta. May you always keep the fondest of memories with you always. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Z Steele
October 29, 2014
He was always sweet to me and I never seen him without a smile on his face. Mr. Player you have earned your wings. Rest in Jesus.
Ermalinda Claudio
October 29, 2014
Sending love and light to the family of Mr. Player. From Juan Claudio and Ermalinda Reyes Claudio. Class of 1996 PHS.
Barbara Johnson
October 29, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Kenyatta. Please know that my prayers are always with you.
Jamahal Hamilton
October 29, 2014
I would like to extend my love and respect to Mr. Players family and love ones. May he rest in peace .
Barbara Johnson
October 29, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Kenyatta. Please know that my prayers are with you always.
Felicia McDonald(Lampkin)
October 29, 2014
It was exciting being a student at Paschal HS and Mr Player always made it more exciting each and every day. I enjoyed hearing him constantly saying "I'm going to prosecute you to the full instinct of the law" I can hear it as clear as day right now. That would always make me laugh. Running into him during my adult laugh was always funny. He always had something encouraging to say. I will truly miss him.
Nadia Saldivar
October 29, 2014
Mr. Player was always an excellent mentor and role model. He will be dearly missed. Prayers and condolences to all of his family and loved ones.
Ira Rihel
October 29, 2014
Mr. Player was an extordinary man and great leader. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be missed.
CLAYTON KIMBERLY JONES
October 29, 2014
GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES,MR PLAYER WAS AN AWESOME PERSON..NOW MR PLAYER IS IN HEAVEN WERE THE ANGELS HAS SIGNED HIS NAME,WERE GOD IS SITING ON THE THRONE AND HIS SON JESUS ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE,WERE THE SWEET WORDS WERE SAID JOB WELL DONE THY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT.I KNOW THE LORD WILL KEEP HIS FAMILY AND LOVED ONES IN PERFECT PEACE??MR & MRS CLAYTON/KIMBERLY JONES C/O 1998-2000??
Valentina Vassallo Pollard
October 29, 2014
I was always remember Mr. Player with a smile. As intimidating in stature as he could be (when he wanted to be), his heart was just as big and he cared immensely for his students. Some of my favorite memories from PHS include him. So glad to have been one of his students and to have been able to know him well during that time.
courtney cooper
October 29, 2014
Mr Player was an awesome Vice Principal at R L Paschal. He was always so kind and forgiving.
Courtney Monasco Cooper
c/o '96 paschal.
Laurie Owens
October 29, 2014
It was truly a pleasure working with Mr. Player at Metro. He will be deeply missed. My condolences to Mr. Player's family.
Maria Orozco
October 29, 2014
My condolences to all Mr. Player's family... I met him when he was the Assistant Principal at Metro High School..
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