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John Lackey Obituary
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for John Lackey
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32 Entries
Paul Koeberle
March 30, 2017
Mr. Lackey was my fifth grade teacher at James Lane Allen. I looked up to him as a role model and always thought about him from time to time as I grew older; he taught me so much and was a big influence on me. I remember his ambition and dedication to his job.... he truly loved his students. I wish I reached out to him to let him know how much I still appreciate all he did for me. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
I want to share this little memory of him: One night, I was struggling very hard with my homework and was throwing a massive fit. Like a creep, I found his number in the phone book and called him. His sweet wife answered and I just started going nuts, trying to piece my words together while crying like a maniac. She got him on the phone and he literally, for about an hour, helped me with my homework and had me giggling again. I wasn't the best behaved then and I can't think of anyone who would've done that. He was such an amazing person
Libby Glenn Fisher
July 2, 2015
In reading the other messages, I got a big smile remembering the chapel where Mr. Lackey played "Johnnie B Goode" - how cool is that to see your 6th grade teacher rock out on the guitar? That was one of many fond memories I have from Mr. Lackey's 6th grade - he was kind, fair, even keeled and made school fun. What a combination-truly made a gifted teacher. My thoughts and prayers are will the entire Lackey family.
Ed Monaghan
July 2, 2015
Mr. Lackey was my 6th grade teacher in the early'70s and basketball coach in high school. As mentioned in many of the comments, he was a kind man. Especially in light of the behavior I exhibited in high school. The characteristic that stands out the most to me is his ability to lead by example. This is what stuck with me the most. Plus his awesome guitar riffs. Rest in peace and condolences to the family.
Heidii Newman
July 1, 2015
In 1988, I arrived at Sayre School as a new teacher, and John immediately welcomed me to the Middle School. He was a kind and inclusive man who had the best for children at the heart of every decision he made. My thoughts are with you and your family, John.
Jolane Colonese
June 29, 2015
It was my privilege to work with John at Sayre School. He was a dedicated administrator, an enthusiastic and well-loved teacher, a good friend and a fine man. I will never forget his performance at a school assembly, playing his guitar and singing "Money for Nothing." He rocked the gym! My condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed.
Douglas Manor
June 26, 2015
Mr. lackey tried his best to teach me guitar at Sayre, to no avail. My deepest sympathy to the family, he will be missed.
Tom Bunch II
June 26, 2015
I best remember Mr. Lackey for the chess matches in 6th grade at Sayre. We had a great year improving our skills. Prayers to the Lackey family.
Samuel Howell
June 26, 2015
John was a steady hand for the novice teacher I was during my short stint at Sayre from 1983-1985. I still have fond memories of our chess matches.
June 25, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Lackey family. John's kindness, intellect, passion for teaching and sense of fun touched many lives. Rest in peace, John.
Libbie Sherman, Sarasota, FL
Jenny Treadway (Sacca)
June 25, 2015
I worked with John at Sayre School- I was a first-year teacher and he helped me to become the teacher I am today. He was such an inspiration to me, the students, and everyone he met. His legacy is in all the people that he touched in his many years in education. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
William McGuire
June 25, 2015
My condolences to you and your family. I am Fred's brother. Fred had John as a teacher at Sayre and founded the purple flurps band. I knew John through the Fayette County Schools when he was at James Lane Allen. He will be missed by all the knew him. May God bless you and keep you in his loving care.
John Ginocchio
June 25, 2015
Mr. Lackey was an excellent teacher and friend to all who knew him. He taught me a lot about being a fair and decent individual. His rendition of Chuck Berry's Johnny B. Goode influenced all of us...as we sat there and thought what what a cool teacher we have...most of all his lessons continue for me into parenthood as I can picture his cool demeanor only tried by foolishness when the same limit is felt by me. Only wish I could say thank you and shake his hand now but sending well wishes to his family. God Bless
Sierra Hicks
June 25, 2015
Mr. Lackey was my 5th grade teacher many years ago. He taught me how to play chess, and would let me sing in front of the entire class while he played his guitar. He read us "Sideways stories from Wayside school" and helped instill a love of reading for me. He was a great man. It is amazing how much impact one person can have on so many people. He certainly had a positive impact on me that I will never forget.
Ed McDonald
June 25, 2015
Jennifer and Sherry,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
velvet Stacy
June 24, 2015
My ❤ and Prayers are hoping Mr.Lackeys Family know he and all of you will always be in my thoughts and prayers...what a Beautiful Human Being to have been Blessed to know
velvet stacy
June 24, 2015
I Love u❤ Mr.Lackey! You made My Algebra class tolerable and never gave up on me...that's why u will always be m in my heart ❤. I always got a D and that's what I deserved...and u are among 3.. That I will always remember!
Jennifer Janney
June 24, 2015
I only knew Mr. Lackey as John's dad. I remember a sweet, kind father who always made me feel welcome in a very loving home.
Love and prayers to the family.
Amir Sadr
June 24, 2015
I am very sorry to hear this. My love & gratitude to the family. God bless with peace and patience.
Dori Rosenthal
June 24, 2015
Although I only attended Sayre School for one year, I have fond memories of Mr Lackey. He was always so patient with me during math, my absolute worst subject! He made an awkward outside girl feel welcome in an elite group of excellent students. His kindness radiated through his great smile. Sending love to his family at this sad time.
Mary Bernhardt
June 24, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with John's family. Working with him at James Lane Allen was a pleasure, and I will never forget his love of math.
carolyn johns
June 24, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you sherry and family. Love carolyn j
Michael Zarocostas
June 24, 2015
Mr. Lackey was a good teacher and a kind and gentle soul. I remember trying to give Mr. Arnold some tactical advice during his chess match against Mr. Lackey, and Mr. Lackey said to me, "Hey, no kibbitzing!" He taught me Yiddish and manners at the same time. May he rest in peace. Z
Stephen Banahan
June 24, 2015
Mr. Lackey was my sixth grade teacher and basketball coach. Scoring a basket was a great feeling, but an even better one was looking over at the bench and seeing the excitement and the encouragement he gave us for every achievement. I'll never forget the day in chapel when he played (and sang) Johnnie B. Good on his electric guitar. He was good man, and I'm glad that I knew him. To my old friend John IV and all the rest of the family, I'm sorry for your loss.
Bob Young
June 23, 2015
John was a close and dear friend growing up during those early teen years. I only regret that we had not kept in touch. My thoughts are with you, Sherry.
Philip Geoghegan
June 23, 2015
John was my 6th grade teacher at Sayre School in 1971. He was also my football and basketball coach that year. He was the best teacher I ever had. We also had a rocknroll band that sang during recital. He had a tremendously positive impact on my life!I will never forget him. My condolences to his family.
Robert Cornell
June 23, 2015
Mr. Lackey touched so many lives. We were blessed to know him when he taught our son's 5th grade class. He was one in a million.
Katy Banahan
June 23, 2015
When I was 11, I was convinced that I could not understand math. Mr. Lackey convinced me otherwise, pretty much single-handedly. He also taught me the words to Yellow Submarine. What these two things have in common is an ability to make children's lives better, whether in large ways or small. He will be remembered by many students, me included, for a long time (or put another way, I am a member of the universal subset "grateful students").
Jeanne Guess
June 23, 2015
Sherry, Jennifer and family, my heart is with you
June 23, 2015
Mr. Lackey was my children's favorite elementary teacher at James Lane Allen. He made his students feel important and special. Family was important to him. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
Debbie Kyle
Pat Harley
June 23, 2015
Mr. Lackley was very special to me. What a blessing to have been part of his life even if it was for a short time. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children and the rest of his family.
Mary Gillum
June 23, 2015
Mr. Lackey will live on in the hearts of his many students. He was one of my favorites, and was a wonderful teacher. He educated us, taught us about life, and made us each feel like we were important. He also taught us the importance of family with the love he showed for his. My condolences to his much loved family.
Mary Johnson Gillum. Class of 75.
June 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Linda Allison(BETA SIGMA PHI sister)
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