James G. Ewing

Mr. Ewing was my Freshman and Junior Honors history teacher. I recall he said he served in the Navy and was onboard a destroyer that was ordered to steam towards the Korean peninsula at the outbreak of that war. Another recollection is that he would jokingly refer to his wife as "Fang." --Vladimir Lumelsky, SHS Class of 1995

Mr. Ewing was one of the best teachers I ever had at Stratford High. am just seeing this. He was a great mentor to me.

Over the years when the relationship between the U.S. and China was mentioned in the news, I thought of Jim. I was a student of his in the late 50´s at Roger Ludlowe High School where my father, Roger Warner, was headmaster and he was a brand new teacher. Jim always said that rather than worrying about Russia, we should worry more about China. How prescient he was. Today I thought of Jim again and upon googling him I saw the sad news that he had passed away almost a year ago. He was a...

I was inspired by Jim to go on and study history. He was always a great teacher, serious with a good sense of humor. I also enjoyed working in his landscaping business.

It is truly amazing how much one person can be such an influence on another. I had Mr. Ewing for two history classes, over 38 years ago, at Stratford High School. Like so many others have attested to, history was but a small part of what I learned from him. I also learned the importance of hard work, commitment and honesty in everything I do. To this day I find myself asking, " Would Mr. Ewing give me a good grade for this or draw a big shovel at the top of my paper?" ( former students, you...

He was my mentor at Roger Ludlowe, my senior year. Always saw him in Southport after my Army Reserve meeting, Encouraged many a student to go to college and achieve. Never finished my doctorate but taught a little high school in Weston and at Boston College and Boston University. Rest in Peace, you did a great job. John Richard Nowak

I am saddened to hear of the passing of such a great teacher. Mr Ewing not only taught history but taught us how to think. He was my instructor from 1973 to 1974. I will always remember his passion for teaching and his humor. Rest in peace my friend. Sincerely Janet Mandrona Lemond

I´m so glad I got to see you and Jim at Swanny´s birthday last year. He was such a dear, sweet, creative and talented person. I´m honored to call him a colleague and a friend. His life was truly a blessing!

Mr. Ewing, you were an excellent and inspiring teacher. I always looked forward to your American history class; it was a highlight of my school day at Stratford High. You taught us with skill, knowledge, and passion, and we caught your passion. You treated us like adults, even when we didn't deserve it. You had a great influence on me and on many other people. My condolences to your family. RIP.