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Kristine Walker
May 22, 2020
David Booth was my children's literature professor at U of T in the late 1980's. He would bring in books and share them with us, many of which I later used with my own students. Years later, I was lucky enough to attend several of his workshops. Once again, he inspired his audience with his humour, kindness, and love of stories. He stressed the importance of reading to kids, and I've tried to make that part of my daily practice. I feel privileged to have had him as a mentor.
Janice Bryan
May 6, 2020
Thinking of you and missing you, David.
Tom Plant
July 29, 2019
When at OISE in 1990, my faculty advisor Richard Courtney halted our conversation one day and said, "You need to meet David Booth!" He proceeded to set up a reading course with David for me - David was teaching at the Faculty of Ed. Soon after that I found myself at the Facutly of Ed. in David's class for a life-changing year. David's impact on my teaching career was monumental. I became the teacher with the extensive picture book collection who read aloud at every opportunity and lent quality children's literature to all staff members. As for his influence in the area of drama - again, he solidified my interests and understanding of the power of drama in education. His wit, passion, brilliant intellect, intuitive instincts and kindness will be greatly missed in a world that needs these like never before. The last time I spoke with him was just before my retirement in 2016. We discussed some projects centred around the creativity initiatives in the OCDSB. He mentioned that he was "getting old" - and I realized that the man who was totally committed to teaching and learning with extraordinary vitality, passion and love would (logically) grow old just like the rest of us! His legacy and influence will not. When I was his student in 1990 who told us many stories of Jay and how he learned and experienced literature and reading. What a fortunate, young boy I thought - and my children consequently received a childhood of rich literature and "snuggling up with books" modeled after stories of David and Jay. My late-arriving condolences to Jay and family.
Lisbeth Paisley-Smith
June 1, 2019
David was keystone at the apex of my teaching education and career. As my witty B.Ed literacy teacher at O.I.S.E., author of numerous fun teaching resources and workshops that helped shape a dynamic programme, and as esteemed faculty advisor for my M.Ed., no one has encouraged or acknowledged my role as meaningfully as David. A teacher has blossomed with confidence and inspiration.
Thank you
Wendy Agnew
May 18, 2019
David was the one that said "You Can Do That!" He made it possible for my students and I to put up permanent murals in the halls of O.I.S.E. in response to interviews we had with students and teachers there. David gave me the courage to push. He was always delightful, urbane, inspiring, thrilling, surprising. He was magic and that will live on in everyone he touched! Thank you David
Janice Bryan
March 25, 2019
In deepest sympathy, Jay, to you and your family for the loss of your father, David. He was a true friend and mentor to me over many years. I am very grateful for his presence in my life. I miss him and hope that his spirit is at peace, united with all those he loved and who loved him. He spoke often lovingly of you. May you be comforted and supported by his spirit and by friends and family now and always.
The Tyer of Ties - A picture book Professor Booth helped me on.
@studentAsim
March 23, 2019
Full personal tribute to Professor Booth including one of the last books he probably gave input to: The Tyer of Ties. All 5 picture books, including this latest one, Professor Booth helped me develop: https://studentasim.com/professor-david-booth-tribute/
Louise Leblanc-Mazur
February 24, 2019
I had the pleasure of being a student in Mr. Booth's class. He was an incredible teacher who loved children's literature. We have lost an incredible educator.
Mike Heacock
February 15, 2019
The world just became a little sadder place...I will think of you every day uncle david
Lynda Pogue
February 14, 2019
A bursary has been created at U of T that honors the legacy of our magnificent David.
Professor David Booth Memorial Bursary
https://donate.utoronto.ca/give/show/487
GLEN SCOBIE
February 12, 2019
Dave was like a second parent to me (and others) during my teenage years growing up in the '60's in Hamilton. He was my teacher and life guide, exposed me to poetry, literature, drama and critical thinking. He rescued me more than once and steered me in the right direction. He is one of the most selfless and generous people I have known.
Marni Binder
February 5, 2019
I will always be thinking of you my mentor, my friend and colleague. Your gifts to the world will live inside so many of us.
Gayle Robertson
February 3, 2019
The Canadian Association for Young Children is saddened to hear of the passing of David W. Booth, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning in the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto on December 22, 2018.
David was the first recipient of the Friends of Children Award in 1995. The Friends of Children Award was established to give CAYC a way of recognizing outstanding contributions, by individuals or groups to the well-being of young children. The Board of Directors awarded this to David Booth because of his outstanding scholarly, advocacy, innovative and practical contributions to the well-being of young children. His work has touched the lives of innumerable children, parents and educators. He will be missed.
Julia Saric
January 31, 2019
David was one of my favourite people. I'm finding it hard to put into words what a huge support and inspiration he was during my time at OISE and after. He changed the way I saw children's literature and education, and I hope to have even half the impact on the world that he had. He always made time to talk when I was going through the graduate program at OISE, and for years after he never failed to give me a reference letter after I graduated. He gave me so many opportunities for personal and professional development. He was a mentor and a friend and there will never be another like him.
To his family--David always spoke lovingly and proudly of you, and I hope it's a comfort to know that he made such a positive impact the lives and work of so many people like me.
A photo of me, around the time I met you in person for the first time!
January 26, 2019
Thank you David, for all that you have given each and every one of us, starting with your IMPRESSIONS series. You were the reason I attended the Pembroke Publishing days - my favourite table mate, as we discussed my hometown SARNIA. Thank you for all of your support in my new adventure in writing. I have all of your email responses saved, and will have your words in my heart as I strive to find the courage & discipline to write my story. God Bless. Swing with the Angels, Erika Power.
Robin Baswick
January 22, 2019
I first met David at the faculty of education ,University of Toronto, in 1975. He was an inspiration to me and I credit the direction of my teaching career to him. I have no idea what I would have done in my early drama teaching without a copy of Nobody in the Cast ! Thereafter his writings and publications were essential to my work and success.
Over the years I had many David experiences which enriched me and as a consultant invited David to speak on a number of occasions to inspire other teachers.
Thank you David Booth for your commitment to children and teachers over your career. Yours are the shoulders upon which I stood and others will stand as a consequence of your legacy.
Peace to your family and friends.
David Hutchison
January 13, 2019
David was my PhD supervisor and also my colleague/supervisor when I taught part-time at OISE/UT in the late 1990s.
David was one of those rare people whose influence you find yourself reflecting on from time to time years later. His wonderful sense of humour and joy for life remains with me to this day.
I had the privilege of hearing David speak at two events a few years ago. The audiences for both were so appreciative of David's insights. David's books are a testament to his lasting influence on education.
I feel deeply privileged to have known David personally and as a colleague.
Gail Matthews
January 13, 2019
Thank you David for your wisdom, kindness, generosity, wonderful wit, intelligence, encouragement and humanity. You will be deeply missed. Rest in peace dear Teacher and Friend.
To Jay and Katie, Mara and Elijah may you find comfort in the loving memories of the times you spent together with David your father and grandfather. G-d bless his soul.
Vivienne Lafferty
January 10, 2019
I hope they are still making each other laugh
Vivienne Lafferty
January 10, 2019
David was always showing his brilliant sense of fun
Vivienne Lafferty
January 10, 2019
A lovely memory from National Drama's Durham conference
Vivienne Lafferty
January 10, 2019
Oh David,
you "should have died hereafter". This was far too soon.
I am so sad and shocked at the loss of this wonderful, talented and funny man. At our National Drama conferences in the UK he was inspirational, loved and respected by all the delegates who worked with him or listened to his thought-provoking and hilarious keynote speeches which I still remember vividly. He was a master of witty repartee and I loved the ever-present twinkle in his eye. He left an amazing legacy of books, ideas and understanding but the world is a lesser place without his physical presence. He was such a good friend. I treasure his memory and am glad I have many photos of him from our conferences. I will miss his sparkle, his gentleness, his genius and his passion. It is truly awful to think I will never again see him or hear his droll sense of humour. R.I.P. dearest friend.
Yvonne Siu-Runyan
January 9, 2019
David Booth was a remarkable person. His being brought joy and love wherever he went, and his work enlightened so many people's work as well as mine and for that I will always be grateful. David's being brought peace and joy to each situation what a gift; what a person.
Dr. Booth is missed and will always be missed. He is one of those bright lights and will never be forgotten.
While it saddens me to know that David is no longer on this Earth with us, his positive energy and love persists ... and for that we can all be grateful
Booth family, I am so sorry for your loss.
January 8, 2019
22 December was my birthday. But I never know this news----
The OISE community mourns the loss of Professor David Booth who passed away on December 22, 2018. He was Professor Emeritus in the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning at OISE.
He was the only person in the OISE who replied my email and invited me to meet him. With his invitation, I first came into the OISE building. Before that I had been in distress and uncertainty for 3 years. He was the one who gave me mental shelter. He was the one who gave me two recommendation letters without knowing me, but with observing my resume. He also managed another recommendation letter for me from his friend. He was trying to find a supervisor for me, he introduced Prof. Sarfaraz to me. He was the only one who gave me two dollar for getting coffee refreshment. He was the only one who gave me many appointments to talk to him and without appointment he also talked me several times. He was the kind person who introduced me to Danny. I can write more..... I wish his peace, he taught us friendly kindness, he possessed big heart....
Jarir Mahmine
Stacey Wagler
January 8, 2019
What a blessing and joy to have known you David. I picture you and Dr.Thorn enjoying a good read and laugh together. I am a better teacher because of you. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean-Paul Restoule
January 8, 2019
Saddened to hear of this loss. At OISE our interactions always made me smile or laugh and his kind support of students (while still asking some important critical questions) was inspiring. My condolences to the family and to all of those who are grieving...
benjamin lee hicks
January 7, 2019
David was one of my favourite things about OISE. i can't even pinpoint how we "met"... like so many people, i think that i was just the very lucky recipient of his care, generosity of spirit, and genuine interest in other humans. every single time i bumped into David in the halls of CTL over the past 4 years, he stopped to talk and to listen: never once without his full attention and a kindness in spirt+actions that matched his words. David will be deeply missed by me. in his memory, i will take care to deepen the quality of connections i make with others throughout my days. he was (and remains) such a gift to the world.
Ann Lopez
January 7, 2019
Thank you David for your contributions to teacher education. Your warmth and kindness will be missed.
Tara Goldstein
January 7, 2019
We are very sad to have lost a colleague and friend who in many ways was the heart and soul of our department. Each one of us has a story of how David was there to lend a hand, help us work out a difficult situation, give us encouragement, give us courage, and to share a laugh. CTL won't be the same without him.
Arlo Kempf
January 7, 2019
Thank you David, for a pedagogy of joy & mischief.
Tanya Titchkosky
January 7, 2019
Always generous and friendly -- thank you David for making OISE a better place. Best wishes to David's family and friends in this time of loss.
Bryan Wright
January 5, 2019
David has been a good friend, mentor, and bright light in the firmament of education for all. His passion for those facing challenges was strikingly evident in the commitments he made and the works he created.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to share in many stimulating conversations and to work on a couple of important projects with him.
We will miss you and your wit.
Jo Kulik
January 4, 2019
As a teacher librarian I loved to share Dr. Booth's works with my students and learned so much from his workshops over the years. I was thrilled to be introduced to him at Mike Hurry's 60th birthday party in Sarnia and had the pleasure of spending time enjoying his company. His passing is a loss to so many...family, friends and readers around the world.
Cammy Lee
January 4, 2019
Dear Jay and Family,
How saddened I was to hear this news. It doesn't seem real. Your father was on my doctoral committee since 2017, chosen because he got my work, supported it, allowing me to write the dissertation I wanted to. After the proposal meeting late 2017 he ran back and exclaimed how excited he was to be a part of my committee, and to see what I planned to do. But it wasn't until this last summer that I really got to know David how he shared his knowledge and expertise so freely and generously, how he advised me mentoring me, how he spoke so lovingly about you and your family, how lucky he felt coming back from a visit, that you are all such good people, how we laughed out loud, how he was always so available to me often meeting at the last minute. So grateful for his tireless input and assistance, I often said, David, I want to take you out for dinner. At our last meeting on November 28, I gave him an advent calendar, hugged him and said, I still wanna take you out for that dinner. And he replied, there's time let's do it when this is all over. I nodded. One regret is that he never got the chance to read my work that he was so supportive of. But I cherish the times I had with him especially over this last summer, getting the privilege to know this inspired and inspiring gentle soul who touched the hearts and changed the lives of many. I carry this inspiration within me..
Forever gracious
Forever generous
Forever joyful
David, I will miss seeing your smile, bumping into you at the elevator, sitting in your office, sharing a laugh...
David, I will never forget you. Thank you. Thank you for all you've given me..
Fiona Bruce
January 3, 2019
David was an esteemed mentor - I'm sad our world has lost an important voice, a gracious gentleman with a generous heart. He was an inspirational professor, an invaluable colleague and my treasured friend. David's last message (December 3rd) to me: You are kind to remember me... and that's what made him extraordinary: his gratitude, his value of others, he was the archetype of the giver. He treated everyone with kindness, respect and believed that every student was a jewel, precious and shining. His gentle questions demonstrated his subtle genius and pulled out the best in others. I will miss his quiet presence. My only solace is imagining he still helps others but from a different place.
My sincere condolences to his dearly loved son Jay and his family, who he spoke of often, and to all his friends and colleagues who feel his loss so keenly. There are so many...
Madelaine Allan
January 1, 2019
I had the honour of being in David's OISE class in1980. He inspired, challenged and encouraged us to share our love of literature with children and colleagues. He will be greatly missed as an outstanding educator, mentor and colleague. My deepest condolences.
December 31, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories . Romans 15:13
May the hope of seeing your dear loved one again in paradise console the sorrow in your hearts. John 6:40
Kelly Akerman
December 30, 2018
Dear David,
Thank you for glistening, and thank you for listening;
Thank you for caring, and thank you for sharing;
Thank you for seeing, and thank you for being.
We are all part of your legacy, and I will forever be grateful.
Your friend,
Jan Buley
December 30, 2018
David's storytelling magic will live on in the hearts of many. I still recall him reading Come Again in the Spring by Brinton Turkle at the Nipissing Literacy Conference and heading outside into feathery snow falling from an azure sky...he lives on in so many ways. Grateful for his contributions to literacy and drama education....Jan Buley, Faculty of Ed at Memorial
Rev. Charlie Hogg
December 30, 2018
My career was moulded and guided by this paradigm example of the most excellent and selfless teacher. My students were all motivated, through my work with them, by this sainted man. I owe much to his influence and care. David you are still working with children and influencing the education of many more than you ever realized. You are mourned and you will be grieved.
Jill Lloyd-Jones
December 30, 2018
We stand on the shoulders of giants, and David Booth was one of them. A huge talent, and a mentor and guiding light to so many of us. Condolences to Jay and family.
Linda Coles
December 30, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear about David's passing. My sincere condolences are extended to Jake and his family.
David Booth was a gift to the field of education. We can be assured that he will live on through his books and through memories from presentations, keynote addresses, conversations, and mentorings. I have many fond memories from my conversations with David Booth. I often share some of his words of wisdom with my students at Memorial University. He will be missed.
David an I at Jeremy Lundy's weedin
jess lundy
December 30, 2018
Yvonne Siu-Runyan
December 30, 2018
Dear Family and Friends of David W. Booth,
Dr. Booth will always be remembered. David's kindness, integrity, and good work remain forever.
Some of his books sit on one of my bookshelf and have enlightened many.
Thank you, Dr. Booth.
Sally Spofforth
December 29, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to his family ... he was an inspired and inspiring educator and I will miss him.
Guy Allen
December 29, 2018
David Booth brightened many days just passing me and speaking in OISE hallways.He radiated positive spirit, wisdom, kindness, and appreciation for the world he lived and worked in. I loved serving on committees with him. Sometimes he said little, but what he said always mattered. He made us all better. Thank you, David.
Yves Nadon
December 29, 2018
I met David a few times in my teaching career. A great man, à powerful speaker, a profound human being with strong wit. All my condolences to his family.
I will always be grateful for the gift you gave me.
Maryann Kovalski
December 29, 2018
When I was offered the opportunity to illustrate David's collection of street rhymes, I was honoured of course. It was an extraordinary gift for an illustrator. David's choices were perfectly zany. He was one of the best authors I've ever had the privilege to collaborate with, giving me total freedom to allow my creativity to fly as high as it could. This was what he stood for as an educator of educators and as a person.
When we met, he was generous, modest and so kind. He will be missed by so many.
Penny Watt
December 28, 2018
His legacy will be everlasting through his published works and the people who were lucky enough to hear him speak in person. I heard him several times at the National Reading Recovery Conference. His message about the importance of children seeing themselves in books (not just in pictures but also in the narrative itself) has changed the way I select texts for children. RIP
Heather Sudsbury
December 28, 2018
So saddened to hear of this wonderful man's passing. He was one of a kind and will be forever fondly remembered :(
Pattie willis
December 28, 2018
David Booth will be missed by thousands of educators and those who have had the honour of working with him over the decades. I attribute my long career in publishing to a few people, but David's vision and passion to ignite the love of literacy in children was a significant factor. I was inspired by his bravery and intelligence in all that he undertook. His creations were simply magic and they will continue to live on in classrooms around the country.
Laura-Lee Kearns
December 28, 2018
I am very fortunate to have known David. My PhD at OISE/UT would not have been the same without him. I thank him for his profound wisdom and insight...some of which I only truly appreciated after I had my own children. What a gift to have known and been so encouraged by you. Your legacy is multidimensional. You inspired many with your passion for stories, literacy, media and the arts! My favourite homework assignment was the couch art piece, and of course thanks for introducing many of us to Maxine Greene! Your influence is greatly felt. A privilege to have known you. Deepest condolences to family, friends and students. LL xo
Carmen Shields
December 28, 2018
I feel blessed to have had so much fun with David over so many years learning, teaching and laughing together. What a kind, wonderful person! I will miss him.
Susan Hillyard
December 28, 2018
I never met David but read much of his work and was forever inspired by his depth of understanding of the human condition and love for quality and meaningful education, particularly Drama education. His work gave me the passion and love to continue spreading the joy and challenge of Drama throughout the world. I will always be grateful for the honour to have "known" him through his writing. His influence will live on forever....
Susan Hillyard, originally from Liverpool, now based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
@studentAsim with Professor Booth reviewing art work before publish of My Skin:Brown. Both friends are simulating the book cover.
@studentAsim
December 28, 2018
Have you ever had an Angel in your Life?
When you didn't know what to do
You were broke and poor and knew you were so few
They were that light in your life that shown themselves through
There was an Angel In My Life
His name was Professor Booth
I miss you Professor Booth :( Lost for words. You were so special to me...
WATCH how great Professor Booth was. Video and review here: "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbEK3M_2JiY"
Stephanie Arnott
December 27, 2018
Your bright smile always brightened my day when I was at OISE. I feel extremely fortunate to have known you. My sincerest condolences to all those who are grieving this immense loss.
Rocco DiDomizio
December 27, 2018
David Booth is an inspiration to educators everywhere. I first met him in 1996 during my Graduate Studies at OISE. David consistently reminded each of us that teaching required passion and love . Years later, when I reached out to him to read a children's story to the students of St. Rita (during Family Literacy Day), he did so happily. He is truly a giant among those in the field of education. He will be missed.
Priscilla Bengo
December 27, 2018
David was a great teacher. I will be forever grateful for his guidance and kindness.
Loretta Skinner
December 27, 2018
David Booth was a friend and a co-author with my husband the late Stanley A. Skinner. (2016). I shall miss David. Condolences to his family.
Marla Zupan
December 27, 2018
Over a decade ago David Booth was kind enough to visit my Grade 7 class to discuss the value of graphic novels. He was a soft-spoken motivator who always greeted you with a warm smile and hello. Over the years I was fortunate to have crossed paths with him several times at OLA conferences, the Varsity movie theatre. I'll never forget you wishing me luck on a very important day at OISE. God rest your soul, Professor Booth. You will be greatly missed.
Sheilah Currie
December 27, 2018
Ah, my heart is heavy, and my eyes are puffy.
David was a force of nature but a gentle one, like a steady summer breeze. His multifarious accomplishments in the education realm are legendary. If you mention his name to any teacher, the response is usually David Booth? I love David Booth!
When I first went about assembling a board of directors for a non-profit I was putting together, I remembered an inspiring speaker whose lecture I had attended during teacher training, and whose career I had followed. That was David. I wished I could have someone with his expertise and passion for literacy on our board of directors. It was a lofty notion, but I recalled the warmth he exuded, which bucked up my courage to go and see him at his OISE office. I described what I was trying to accomplish, we mutually bonded by griping about the same unsolved literacy issues, and in the space of half an hour David was eagerly on board', so to speak. I walked out of there hardly able to believe my luck. But of course it wasn't luck. It was David's big heart, his humility, and his passion for helping every last child on the planet if only he could.
Our board meetings were always merry, thanks to David. He loved the shared goal of helping kids learn to read, not to mention the food and company. His wry and sometimes wicked sense of humour kept us laughing, and his ideas were always pragmatic and creative. He was an inspiring guy, a role model, someone who grew older gracefully, with the warmest and humblest of hearts.
My deepest condolences to David's family (his face lit up at any mention of you) and to his vast network of friends, colleagues, publishers and students. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by many, many people. That's a life well-lived.
Sandy Folk
December 27, 2018
I am truly saddened by David's passing. I always loved his impish smile when we met each other, as colleagues, in the hall at OISE, or at the elevator, or at an event. And I always loved the way he would tell me how great I looked. We will all miss his great sense of humour, his intellect, and his charm.
Deborah Dunleavy
December 27, 2018
David always had time to listen, time to encourage, and time to inspire so many of us on our artful journeys. If you are listening from the ether David,know how much you meant to so many.Thank you for being a mentor to me. Thank you for your sardonic wit and mischievous smile.Forever in my heart.
David, assisting with our first book club meeting.
Chris Moran
December 27, 2018
I just recently met David as a tenant in my building. He helped us launch our women's book club by attending our first meeting and bringing Arif Anwar, the author of our first book. David always had a smile and a hello. I'm deeply saddened. I will miss running into him coming and going from our building and sharing a hello. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mary Reid
December 27, 2018
Prof. David Booth is a legend in education. He shaped pedagogical practice across this nation and beyond. Every teacher I know has been influenced by David in some way or anotherthrough his books, professional resources, his lectures, his podcasts. Our hearts are broken- OISE has lost a giant. His brilliance will live on forever. Our deepest condolences to Jay and family.
With sincere sympathy,
Mary and Steven Reid
David Schatzky
December 27, 2018
It was a privilege to have been taught by David at the Faculty of Education in the early 70's and decades later a terrific treat to reconnect as a friend. David was a passionate educator with a grand sense of humour, devoted to the rounded well-being of children and youth. Like so many others who benefited from his shining supportive presence,I will miss him!
Angie Harrison
December 27, 2018
I had the pleasure of hearing David speak at various conferences and workshops. He was a captivating speaker who made one reflect on their current practises. He is the voice in my head when I considering resources and books to use. What are the entry points and engagement for the boys in the room? He greatly impacted the way I teach. His legacy will live on in all of the educators who had the privilege to take his courses or hear him speak. My condolences to his family.
Tara-Lynn Scheffel
December 27, 2018
David holds a special place in my heart. I will forever be grateful for his kindness, support and friendship. I will miss hearing his voice but know his words will live on through all those who were fortunate to know him. He inspired so many but the person I will be most grateful to him for championing is my stepson. Thank-you David.
Victoria Campbell
December 27, 2018
David was a wonderful dramatic arts teacher at the Faculty of Education. He taught me a long while ago (1975) yet I remember well how remarkable his classes were. I'm grateful to have been his student.
Patrice Baldwin
December 27, 2018
David was an internationally renowned, inspirational and insightful drama practitioner. He was intelligent, sensitive, warm, kind and thoughtful, with a wonderful sense of humour. He made people feel good and was great company. The drama world will miss him but his work and warmth will live on.
December 27, 2018
The world lost a piece of kindness before Christmas this year. A man with incredible insight and compassion will be missed everyday. An uncanny talent who could see many sides of a story. So many shared in David's gift, and I felt truly blessed to call him a mentor. Barb Smith
Ron Lancaster
December 27, 2018
David was a inspirational teacher and a great colleague. He cared deeply about others and brought out the best in people.
Pam Patterson
December 27, 2018
David was the reason I completed a masters and PhD in education and continued against all odds in arts education as a single mother ... his wicked humour, his directness, generosity' and his honesty saved me many times. I am so grateful to have known him for so many years. His stories - and the stories I have of him - will continue to resonate.
David and Elena at Christmas
Joanne Geridis
December 26, 2018
The entire Geridis family is mourning the loss our dear friend David. We share in your sadness Jay, Katie, Mara and Elijah. Blessings, Joanne
Joan O'Callaghan
December 26, 2018
Friend and mentor for 45 years, I shall be forever grateful for his friendship, encouragement, wisdom and gentle humour.
Margriet Ruurs
December 26, 2018
Dear David, you were a mentor and a shining light in the world of children's literature. To me, and to so many educators and writers. Thank you for sharing your love of books. I will miss you.
Faith Ryan
December 26, 2018
Jay Katie and family, deepest condolences on your loss. Cherish the memories.
Katie's great aunt Mary and cousin Faith
Rosemary Evans
December 26, 2018
David will truly be missed! His warmth, friendliness and humour put everyone at ease.
His dedication to teaching and learning was inspiring! Thinking of his family at this sad time.
Kathleen Gallagher
December 26, 2018
Dear Jay you know better than anyone your father's boundless generosity; my eternal gratitude to have been swept up in his orbit. He taught me about drama, story, about teaching, academia and most importantly about loyalty and friendship. His love for you and your beautiful children is endless. My deepest condolences to you and your family as you grieve the passing of this beautiful man, father, grandfather and friend. My own life is infinitely richer for having known, and learned from, him. I miss him deeply.
Wayne Fairhead
December 26, 2018
A true friend and extraordinary educator. Heartfelt condolences to Jay and his family. So greatly missed.
Beverley Strachan
December 26, 2018
David's heart was full of empathy and compassion which he shared willingly with so many people. He so valued the importance of education and worked tirelessly to support so many.
With deepest respect and love,
Bev and Jim Strachan
Lynda and Ray Pogue-Kerr
December 26, 2018
Oh David.
We ache.
Our world will never be the same.
Stop the clocks...
Jo Phenix
December 26, 2018
David was my first friend in Canada 51 years ago, and has been an important part of my life both personally and professionally since then. I owe him a lot, and will miss him always.
Gwen Satran
December 26, 2018
Early years teachers in Manitoba were blessed with David's knowledge and stories. He will be miss by many.
Meguido Zola
December 26, 2018
Just as David honored his son Jay as his finest gift to the world, so we who were touched by David as friends, co-workers, and students, can celebrate that we are part of the legacy of that most accomplished of teachers, generous of friends and nurturing of human beings. Ave atque vale!
Tina Benevides
December 26, 2018
As many have already said, David was a gentle soul with great wisdom. I feel so blessed to have called him my mentor and friend. His legacy will continue through the lives of all of his students worldwide. He had an amazing gift of making everyone that spoke to him feel that they were special and the focus of his attention. Rest In Peace Professor, you will be dearly missed.
Rex Deverell
December 26, 2018
David was a true supporter of story telling and theatre for young audiences. I would meet him from time to time and always came away encouraged and valued. We have lost a friend.
Helen Wang
December 26, 2018
Professor Booth was a lovely, friendly, gentle, helpful and thoughtful scholar. We will miss his wisdom.
Terry Anne Campbell
December 26, 2018
David was a wonderful man. A thoughtful, knowledgeable educator and friend with a wry wit, we will miss his presence and wisdom.
Chris Kurata
December 26, 2018
And the humour. Don't forget the sense of humour, the mischief in those eyes that laughed so slyly and made us laugh. Too soon, David, too soon.
December 26, 2018
As a student-teacher 18 years ago I will remember David's passion for teaching! I was hoping to meet up with David in February for The Love of Reading Conference to tell him how much he impacted my life in teaching! Sorry to hear of his passing! Sonia Roy (Natola)
louanna alexander-hudgel
December 26, 2018
One of the most inspirational, fun educators I had the privilege of meeting and learning from. Drama in Education blossomed under this beautiful teacher.
bev freedman
December 26, 2018
He was unfailing kind, shared her wisdom and made us feel more knowledgeable about engagement & literacy. An OISE great
John Myers
December 26, 2018
A sad time for so many of us whom he taught and mentored.
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