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Russell T. "Ted" Showers Jr.

1940 - 2018

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Russell Showers Obituary

Russell T. ("Ted") Showers, Jr., 77, of Dillsburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at VibraLife in Mechanicsburg.
Born July 21, 1940, in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Russell and Elizabeth (Rutt) Showers. A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather; he is survived by his wife, Eileen (Skarbek) Showers, his sons, Christopher and Daniel, and six grandchildren. He was also proceeded in death by one brother, Joel D. Showers.
Ted was a beloved teacher of English at Camp Hill High School for over 25 years before his retirement. After his family, teaching was his calling, and in the classroom he was known both for his sense of humor and for demanding the best from every student.
He was a graduate of Elizabethtown College; and Lebanon High School, where he lettered in track and cross country. He also earned the rank of Eagle Scout, and unfailingly cited how influential his time in the Boy Scouts had been on his life.
He was a lover of learning, an avid sportsman, and a proud member of Arnie's Army. He will be forever loved and dearly missed.
Services will be held privately at Malpezzi Funeral Home, Mechanicsburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the York County SPCA at 3159 Susquehanna Trail, York PA 17406, or to the Boy Scouts of America, Pennsylvania Dutch Council 524, 630 Janet Ave Suite B-114 Lancaster, PA 17601.
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Published by Patriot-News on Jun. 5, 2018.
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I am so sorry for your loss. I was one of the many students lucky enough to be taught by Mr. Showers in 7th and 12th grades. He was an encouraging and engaging teacher who taught us how to write well and how to think critically. Only as an adult did I realize the immense skill and intelligence he brought to his work, since he was one of the greats who made it look easy. He helped me see myself as a writer and he took what I had to say seriously, both priceless gifts. Along with a few other fabulous English teachers at CHHS, he inspired me to major in English and his teaching still helps me every single day. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. You are in my thoughts.

Mellicent O'Brien Blythe

June 9, 2018

We want to say "thank you" for Mr Showers who was a very special teacher to our four children in 7th grade English.My husband and I ,both being teachers, were very aware of the positive comments we heard about him around the house. We are all so very appreciative of this extremely positive influence on their early steps toward high school.The memories are wonderful.
Our thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely, Bruce and Jill Williamson and children,Andrew, Laurie. Amy and Jon

Bruce, Jill, Andrew, Laurie, Amy, and Jon Williamson

June 8, 2018

We want to say "thank you" for Mr Showers who was a very special teacher to our four children in 7th grade English.My husband and I ,both being teachers, were very aware of the positive comments we heard about him around the house. We are all so very appreciative of this extremely positive influence on their early steps toward high school.The memories are wonderful.
Our thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely, Bruce and Jill Williamson and children,Andrew, Laurie. Amy and Jon

June 8, 2018

I was one of the many Camp Hill students who enjoyed Mr. Shower's English class. I went on to WVU and majored in business but took English classes for all of my electives. Mr. Showers got me started and Terry Bechtold solidified my love of writing. Thank You for being the teacher that you were and for caring so much. You literally got me through college. CHHS 83

Bill Confair

June 7, 2018

I'm sad to hear of Mr. Shower's passing. He was a great teacher, and influential to my 7th grade mind. He shared a favorite story of his with us one time, "The Precious Present". It's a story I still keep close to heart.

Tara Cross

June 7, 2018

I'm very sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Showers. I was one of his 7th grade English students and he challenged me to be a great English student. To this day, I feel that he was one of my most influential teachers and recognize how lucky I am to have had him as a teacher. He definitely made a difference in my education. My condolences to his family.

Britta Schlesiger Sparks

June 6, 2018

William Freed

June 5, 2018

Willim Freed

June 5, 2018

I am saddened to hear of Russ's passing. May God bless the family as they mourn his loss.
I know Russ by way of Camp Hill High School where he was a 7th grade English teacher. The kids loved him.
I was a young teacher at the same school and he deeply loved his profession.

Blessings,
Craig Zerby

Craig Zerby

June 5, 2018

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