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E. Walsh Obituary
Wilmington - Edward "John" Walsh, age 83, passed away on June 28, 2019. Born in Carbondale, Pa., John was the son of the late Henry and Helen Walsh.
John graduated from Northeast Catholic High School in Philadelphia in 1954. Studying history at the University of Delaware, he earned a B.A. in 1958 and a M.A. in 1968. He lettered three years in both football and baseball.
A gifted educator and sports coach, John spent over 40 years at Archmere Academy and Concord High School. Named Delaware Coach of the Year in three sports, he was inducted into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame in 2012. He is the 1991 recipient of the University of Delaware's Commitment to Teaching Award; a 1987 National Catholic Educators Association service award; and the 2003 College Board Advanced Placement Recognition Award. He managed Fair Blue Swim Club from the 1960s until 2000. A devoted Catholic, he is a founder of The Church of the Holy Child. He enjoyed spending his free time with grandchildren and watching sports, especially the Phillies and Eagles.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, Martin.
John is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ann; their son, Michael (Gen); and their daughters, Susan Boyer (David), Margaret Mauck (Lamar), Kathy, and Sheila (Erik); nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
John's family would like to thank the staff of Foulk Manor South for its excellent care.
A visitation will be held on July 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Church of the Holy Child 2500 Naamans Road, Wilmington, DE 19810 where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Wednesday July 3 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Archmere Academy, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703 or the Church of the Holy Child. To send online condolences visit: www.mcccreryandharra.com.
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BEVERLY-IN-HEAVEN AND ARNIE SHER SAMSON
June 24, 2021
WHAT A HUMAN BEING-DOWN TO EARTH-SIMPLE BUT YET COMPLEX-MOTIVATOR/HARD WORKER/SETTING GOOD EXAMPLES-MET JOHN WORKING @ POST OFFICE DURING CHRISTMAS RUSH IN 1960'S-HE WORKED HARD TRYING TO MAKE CHRISTMAS FOR HIS FAMILY-WE ALWAYS CHALLENGED EACH OTHER TRYING TO OUTDO HANDLING PARCEL POST PACKAGES-HE WAS STRONG/SOFT/GENTILE/FIERCE/LOVING/CARING...SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY/FRIENDS-GOD PLACED A GOOD MAN IN OUR LIVES...BEVERLY-IN-HEAVEN AND ARNIE SHER SAMSON-TOWNSEND DE...CHILDREN'S FARM AND RETIRED POSTAL WORKERS.
RETIRED POSTAL WORKERS MARKET ST
February 17, 2020
HI COACH-THANKS FOR YOUR TIME WITH US ALL OUT HERE. SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Garry Resinski
February 16, 2020
Question: What was the only European legislature to require a unanimous vote to pass any law or bill?
Answer: The Polish Parliament.
I received a smile from Mr. Walsh when I remembered the above in my Sophomore year after he had mentioned it in History class when we were Freshman. He taught us how to take notes and most importantly, how to efficiently learn.
R.I.P. to a great teacher and a great man!
Garry Resinski 70
Tom Bunce
August 11, 2019
I was at Archmere from 1961 to 1965. Coach Walsh was my teacher and football coach. He was the most influential person in my life next to my father. I have been forever grateful for the way he led us and for giving me the chance to prove myself . I've never known a better person.
Rita Marinelli
July 17, 2019
Dear Ann and Family,
I worked with John at Archmere for many years. We retired together along with Pat Appleton. Always a special man. A bright and shiny star. A dedicated teacher.
God bless.
Rita Marinelli
Betty Green
July 16, 2019
Ann and family,
So very sorry for your loss. Had many laugh's with John. He had a kind word for everyone.
David Edwards
July 11, 2019
Mr. Walsh was my first boss at Fairblue Swim Club. The lessons he taught me have help make me the man I am, father I became and a "boss" in my own right. My condolences to his family, friends and all those who will miss him.
Michael Kraisman
July 11, 2019
My coach and sometimes ride to school. Very powerful man. Straight shooter. Competitor. Big heart. You touched my life coach. RIP
Mary Alice (Parks) Cookson
July 10, 2019
I've appreciated Mr. Walsh's encouragement throughout my entire life as my relative, as a teacher when I was at Concord, and as manager at Fair Blue Swim Club. He always greeted me and my family with a warm smile and kind word. A wonderful man who will be greatly missed!!!
Andy Boone
July 9, 2019
I'm so sorry for the whole Walsh family. I had the honor to know Mr. Walsh first as a history teacher at Archmere, then as a swim coach and finally as my boss at Fair Blue Swim Club. In each setting he brought out the best in me. Fair Blue was really my first job and he taught me how to be an employee. "If you see something that needs to be done, do it". We had so many laughs thanks to his upbeat spirit. Moving picnic tables and surreptitiously trying to get the other person to walk backwards, racing to wrap coins from the soda machine, approaching every maintenance job with a screwdriver and a hammer because those were really the only tools we knew how to use. He was never afraid of a hard day's work and he even got up on the guard stand on really crowded "Family Fun Nights" (though that made the guards nervous!) I, like so many, will miss Mr. Walsh though I am grateful for his influence on my life.
Monroe Bange
July 7, 2019
Mr. Walsh, Coach Walsh influenced the lives of so many....
He turned my apathy into an appetite for History...he saw my lack of self confidence and lit a fire inside that lives with me to this day...
He is a man we all admired, respected and loved..
Eternal thanks, Mr. Walsh, you had a greater impact on me than any other teacher...
Monroe Bange , Archmere 1970
Wayne Smith
July 7, 2019
Ann and Michael:
I was so sorry to learn of John's passing as were my mom and brother. I know how much he and my dad enjoyed each other's friendship and their frequent long phone calls. John was a great example for many. His positive influence will continue to be felt by those he touched as a teacher and coach.
July 5, 2019
Ann and family,
We were so sorry to hear that John passed away. Heaven has truly gained an angel unlike any other. What a wonderful and kind person who will never be forgotten. Keeping you in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace John.
"Gentleman Jim", Colleen and the entire McKinney Family
Carol Whetzel
July 4, 2019
Above all of his achievements, John was a good man!
Forrest Medley
July 4, 2019
To Coach Walsh's family:
I am sorry to hear of your loss. As an educator and coach, Mr. Walsh touched many lives. I was able to enjoy and learn from Coach Walsh during my days at Concord High School with him as both. My memories of Coach Walsh, were of his leadership, kindness, and some extra running when we needed it!
He would always tell us when one of us was slow getting up from a hard hit... Get up your winning!!! Words of wisdom that have meaning in my life beyond football!
My thoughts and prayers are with the Walsh family!
Forrest Medley. CHS Class of 76.
William Holmes
July 3, 2019
I attended Archmere when Coach Walsh arrived in 1960. In addition to being a great coach and teacher, he was a wonderful person. Whenever I saw him in subsequent years, he always remembered me and we were able to discuss our time together at Archmere. I will miss our little talks. Rest in peace, Coach Walsh,
Andrea Rogers
July 2, 2019
Along with the rest of the Archmere community, we mourn the loss of a beloved teacher and coach. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Walsh's family, friends, and former students and colleagues. May he rest in peace.
The Rogers Family
Andrea and Tony
Kristin - Class of '93
Kevin - Class of '98
Tim - Class of '05
July 2, 2019
SALESIANUM '59-THANKS COACH.
July 2, 2019
RETIRED POSTAL WORKERS SEND SINCERE LOVE TO FAMILY/FRIENDS. WORKED W/ COACH IN 60'S DURING CHRISTMAS MAILINGS. WE WOULD CONTEST EACH OTHER PUSHING HAMPERS LOADED W/ PACKAGES TO SEE WHO WAS STRONGEST-LOVED THAT MAN. WHAT A MAN THAT LEFT THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. HE WORKED FOR CHRISTMAS FOR HIS FAMILY.
The Mr. Walsh I remember from the 1968 Patio.
E D Sudol
July 2, 2019
Catherine Glatts
July 2, 2019
I am saddened to hear this. John was a great man! I learned a lot from him when I was a young teacher. He was a brilliant mentor and caring friend. Prayers for all of the Walsh family.
July 1, 2019
I was one of the early beneficiaries of Coach Walsh's leadership and athletic inspiration. This story has been told many times but in his first season at Archmere in 1960, he took about 16 football players with 2-3 years of losing seasons and with the help of more Auks he recruited turned in an undefeated season. Then he repeated it with the 61' season team. After that I lost track but know he coached many athletes at Archmere and Concord to know success.
He was also obviously a great teacher and father. What a wonderful man. I will never forget him.
Denny Doyle 62
Denny Conneen
July 1, 2019
One day in my Junior year, Mr. Walsh got me out of Study Hall to just talk with me. He must have sensed my lostness and confusion as well as my lack of "intestinal fortitude" on the Football Field. He asked me if anything was wrong. I wish I could have articulated what I was feeling, but I said that No, everything was OK. He knew better and proceeded to share with me how me had felt so lonely, lost and unmotivated in school and that he just decided, with some help, to make a change and discipline himself to do his best.Ended up All-State. I wish I could say that I then made an immediate U-turn in my life, but it took a much longer time. But I never forgot his humility, his interest and his encouragement. He expressed God's love to me in a much needed way, as I know he has to so many others. I am grateful for his life, thankful for this Man of God.
Denny Conneen '64
Bend, OR
Amanda Cheetham Green, Archmere 81
July 1, 2019
Mr. Walsh was a beautiful, kind man and an inspiring teacher, a first class human being. I will always treasure the memory of being his student and learning from his words and actions. Rest in peace. Sincere condolences to his family.
Rick Nelms
July 1, 2019
Excellent teacher.
JT Scully
July 1, 2019
Coach Walsh was an outstanding coach and an exemplary man who inspired many of us at Archmere. RIP good and honorable servant of God.
Daniel Vitiello
July 1, 2019
Thank you John for your example as a Catholic, a teacher, and coach. Your leadership guided me for many years.Dan Vitiello, Archmere, 1962.
Nick Romano
July 1, 2019
Coach Walsh was a tremendous educator and
mentor.Even though I wasn't a player on the Archmere Football team, he made our School something special, and had time for everybody.
My condolences to the family. An incredible
man will be missed ,but never forgotten!
June 30, 2019
So sorry for your loss and may God's peace and mercy sustain everyone during this difficult time of grief .
Jeremiah 29:11
Ginny Farrell
June 30, 2019
Mr. Walsh was my first Talleyville softball coach. He was so nice and very encouraging. I would see him around after that season (swim clubs, church, and later on at Concord) and he always remembered my name and made a point to say hello. He was truly a wonderful guy.
Patti Klocko-Mitchell
June 30, 2019
What an amazing man, teacher, father, grandfather, and husband! My love of history was all because of Mr. Walsh. Sitting in his Archmere history class, he was so animated and passed along his love and knowledge of history. His passion to share History and the gospel was pretty incredible! He led by example....what respect I have for Mr. Walsh.
Playing volleyball was another incredible memory! His drive and goal oriented teaching, along with having fun , stuck with me.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire Walsh family. Mr. Walsh touched so many lives. He is in the arms of his Almighty Savior... he has been given his Crown Jewels for his amazing service and spreading the gospel on earth.
May God comfort you and know your husband, father, and grandfather's love for you will live on in each of you.
Thinking of you with sympathy.
Love,
Patti Klocko Mitchell. Class of 85 at Archmere
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