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for Harold Mack
Gary Shara
October 22, 2024
Hal and leadership went hand in hand. Just a rock solid guy with a great smile. Great memories of Hal and our classmates of '67. God Bless y'all.
Murray Quirk
November 19, 2010
On his first day as our teacher at Mater Dei, Mr. Mack told us that the most important thing he wished for us to learn was Christianity. Our Social Studies class was an eclectic mix of lighthearted troublemakers and serious students. Mr. Mack was a wonderful teacher and turned the other cheek to endure occasional hijinx in his class but always brought things back to order. I will always remember a day when he called on us one at a time to go around the room and name the 35 or so other students in the class. The wallflower studious types did much better than the more social but cliquier types. Harold Mack was unique in many ways, but I always had the feeling that he liked me. More than the books, the job, the tests, or his teacherly duties.
To me he modeled Christ, an authority but a servant.
Mater Dei had many fine teachers and people as I remember it -- but when I heard his passing mentioned at the recent Mater Dei - Servite game I found myself turning
to the person next to me and saying " ... he was my favorite teacher." Thank you Jesus for your brief loan to us, and Mr. Mack, if "love is patient" you certainly earned your wings with our class. Murray Quirk
Therese Pedemonte
November 10, 2010
Richard and I share a sudden profound sadness hearing that Hal is gone. We shared many happy carefree days as students at SCU in the 60's. We pray that memories for all the family will soften the pain.
Richard and Therese Pedemonte
'67
MARY HUANOSTO
November 3, 2010
Hal, you have been 'promoted'. Seems you had a wonderful life here and now you know paradise for eternity. You left wonderful memories for your family and many others. I can only imagine how it feels to be able to see God face to face! 'Til you meet your family and friends again...God bless us all, in Jesus' name, Mary Huanosto MDHS '68
Pat & Bob Spence
November 3, 2010
We send our prayers and sincere condolences to all of your family. We were classmates at Santa Clara and our son Matt was a classmate of Brian's. God bless you all.
Deirdre McGurrell
November 2, 2010
I remember Mr. Mack from Civics class in 1968 or 1969. He jumped up on his desk, stood and lectured us from there...making sure we would not forget what he was saying! In my box of memories I have a button several of us girls wore that said "Harold Cares". We all appreciated his teaching skills. He's in God's hands now. Deirdre McGurrell "69"
November 2, 2010
Mr. Mack was my civics teacher at MDHS in 1968. The lessons he taught me then, have carried with me through out the years. Thanks Mr. Mack.
George Fulton
Dee Collins Perez
November 2, 2010
I most recently saw "HalMack" in 2008 at a school reunion. He was the same kind and gentle man that I had known from school. His charm was always couched in a grace and poise that was so rare to find in a person. If I feel this sad over the loss of an old school friend, I can't imagine how much his family and close friends will miss him.
November 2, 2010
To Hal's family:
I was a classmate of Hal's at SCU. He was a leader then and a leader his entire life. He is now at rest with the Lord. I remember Hal very well and very fondly. God bless him and you. Gary Shara "67
Jim Thiltgen
November 2, 2010
I knew Hal well during our years together at Santa Clara; I hadn't had any contact with him since we graduated in '67. But reading his obituary, you have a sense that he maintained the same strong and caring character throughout the rest of his life. We can all be proud to have known Hal.
Jennifer Warnes
November 2, 2010
A few years ago I reconnected briefly with Harold at gathering in honor of our grade school mentors. I was immediately struck by his quality of presence, which had not changed since childhood- he was just as peaceful, bright and fearless as I remembered. This news of his passing makes me very sad. Our world needs Harold's particular essence so badly. My sincerest condolences to his family, and my heartfelt thanks to Harold for sharing his a bright, solid, great spirit, which affected so many of us, in such a rare, strong, beautiful and positive way.
November 1, 2010
Hal will be greatly missed. My prayers and condolences go out to his family. Blessings to you all, Donna (Arford) Callahan
Lisa Loewy
October 29, 2010
Brian, Eileen, and Barb, our thoughts and prayers are with you. -Lisa, Elliot, and David
October 29, 2010
I was very sorry to read of Harold's ( Hal's) passing.
I went to Mater Dei with him--graduated in the class of 1963!!
He was such a nice person back then, and I can see by reading his obituary, that he continued to be a nice man!!
Sending thought today to his family!!
Heaven sure gained a true gentlemen!!
Sincerely,
Jackie Norton Fochtman
Katie Vargo Orbon
October 29, 2010
Brian and Eileen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Marshall Block
October 28, 2010
As an attorney representing my opponent Hal was such a gentleman that I chose him to represent me and others after my dispute was settled. Professionally it doesn't get much better then that! He will be missed by all who knew him, but his legacy of intellectual honesty will always be remembered.
Marshall B Block MD
Helios Joe Hernandez
October 28, 2010
Hal,
We miss you. Several of us are attending the Servite-Mater Dei football game tomorrow night, 10/29/10. We will be thinking of you. Your classmate,
Helios Joe Hernandez
Mater Dei, '63
Nick Frank '68
October 28, 2010
I am sorry to read of the passing of Mr. Mack. I remember him as a new and young History teacher at Mater Dei in 1968.I remember the big framed glasses. As a member of the Mater Dei family and a alum he will be missed!
May he rest in peace with the Lord and his beloved Mater Dei!
Dan Corcoran
October 28, 2010
So sad to hear of Harold passing away.Many wonderful memories of Harold and family.Harold was always the first class gentleman. He & I served many a Mass together in the 'old' St. Boniface church in Anaheim back in the late 50's.He is now 'really' at the 'altar of God'.Harold & family are in my prayers. God bless. Dan 'Corky' Corcoran
Dick LeGore
October 28, 2010
Barb and family, Nancy and I were extremely sad to hear of Hal's fight against cancer and his passing. He was a good friend. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Dick and Nancy LeGore
Greg Heiland
October 28, 2010
When I look back on my years involvement with Christians In Commerce with Hal, it makes me sad to hear that such a gentle, contemplative, Christian servant has left us. Hal was always the one to ask "How are you doing". He left an enduring legacy of what it looks like to be fully present, and available to accept God's abundant Grace.
Adrianna Lenain
October 28, 2010
Very sad to hear of Harolds' passing, he was truly a wonderful guy. My prayers to all. Adrianna Lenain
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