John David Echols

Mr Echols left his mark on Hong Kong too. We had the pleasure of learning history from him at Diocesan Boys' School. Besides inspiring us to think for ourselves, he entertained us with stories of his homeland (perhaps to keep our attention in class!). Nothing was too mundane: he said he was born in Denver "in the midst of a snowstorm," and I included that tidbit in his bio for a class souvenir booklet. We missed his humor and enthusiasm when he returned to the States. Condolences to his...

I had the pleasure of being in Mr. Echols class at Crane nearly 37 years ago and I still benefit from his influence. He was truely the salt of the earth and I will never forget him. My deepest condolences to his family.

Crane School in Santa Barbara was so fortunate to be impacted by David Echols' enthusiasm for both teaching and learning. His compassionate nature was an added bonus.

Mr. Echols was a great teacher, a great man and a major influence. Beyond history, he also taught me electives in bicycle repair, meditation and speed reading. Not that I use any of those disciplines anymore, but I've missed him since I graduated 8th grade. I'm so sorry to see him gone.

He was a wonderful teacher, he always had a inner happiness about him. We were fortunate to have Cybele enrolled in Crane School during the years he was there. RIP David.

ONE of the BEST teachers this earth has ever created !!!! I will thank him for his education and his Bicycle REPAIR class.
I Still utilize those skills !!!! GOD SPEED Mr. E !!!!- Erik Putz

RIP MR E. Best teacher i had growing up. He made learing interesting. We will all miss you. (Marc Mullins Santa Barbara)

I will always credit Mr. Echols with teaching me that every story has two or more sides. Great memories of our 8th grade Death Valley trip. xo Laura