David Ferrol Ferris

My deepest sympathies to the Ferris family. Mr. Ferris was an amazing teacher and instrumental in my life. He was my teacher in fourth grade at Justice Street Elementary and was also an advisor for the leadership council that I was a part. He inspired his students to become the best versions of themselves through his kind nature, sense of humor, and just overall caring attitude. As an adult I corresponded with him to tell him about the impact he had on my life. I shared with him that I went...

Mr. Ferris was one of the most wonderful and inspirational teachers I ever had; I am so sorry to hear this news. I attended Columbus in '97 and '98. He was my Drama teacher (and the funnest substitute EVER!). I got to perform in two of his productions and he also introduced me to a wonderful summer theater program (where I met some of my best friends). Mr. Ferris made such an impact on my life, at a time when I needed it (middle school, ugh). We kept in touch while I was in high school; he...

I loved Mr Ferris. I had him for 2 periods in the 6th grade at Columbus Jr. High. Even though its been almost 20 yrs, I still remember him.

I loved his sense of humor. He rode me a little hard in class but one day he pulled me aside and told me its because I had so much potential.
Hearing that from him has always stayed with me.

It's hard to imagine how many other countless people he has touched.

Condolences to the family.