John William Ewing

One of the finest people God ever put in my life. He was my principal and friend.

One of the finest people I have ever known! So thankful I got my first teaching job with him as my principal. Kind, thoughtful, knowledgeable, supportive, caring, fun, always positive, and ready to help. Will always hold him in high esteem.

I was very saddened to here of john's passing. I send my condolences to all of the family and friends of John. I will always fondly remember how kind he was to us and how he went out my his way to make my summer visits to Bonnerdale, when I was a youngster, very special. I will never forget John going out of his way on many occasion to make a little kid so happy by taking me to the Mazarn to go swimming, and help me learn how to swim.

RIP, John.

John, thank you

I was so fortunate to have worked with Mr. Ewing at AIS and worshiping with him, Carlene and their children at St. Michael’s Church in Van Buren. Mr. Ewing was such a amazing, kind gentleman. He was such a optimistic, joyful, thoughtful principal and friend. I worked with him at AIS from 1993 until he retired. Mr. Ewing loved our students and respected all the faculty. His door was always open and he was happy to visit whether it was school related or talking about family. Working with Mr....

I began my teaching career in Charleston. John was my principal and friend. He was a wonderful person to know and work for. He was one of the kindest and most understanding people I have ever known. All who knew him loved him. I am so thankful for his influence in my life.

I had the privilege to know Mr. Ewing as my elementary principal and one of my best friend's (Erica) dad. He was always so soft-spoken and kind. He was loved by students as well as faculty. During college, I did my student teaching at the Intermediate School and later substituted there. Mr. Ewing was there which was comforting because I knew that I could go to him if needed and he would be willing to listen and give advice. He and Mrs. Ewing were very influential in so many student's lives...

Mr. Ewing as we called him in elementary school, was a kind and compassionate principal. I have great respect for him and I know his family will miss him so very much. Prayers for comfort and peace for his loved ones.

Erika, Deidra, and Barret, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Rest in the assurance that he is celebrating being with your lovely mother. Hold tight to each other in Christ’s love. He was a wonderful man and has beautiful children and grandchildren as his legacy. Love and blessings to your family.

What an honor it was to work side-by-side with Mr. Ewing for five wonderful years! He was truly an educator at heart!! He loved kids and always knew just the right words and tone to use to make a student feel better regardless the situation.
I once had a parent tell me “ there is God, and right under him is Mr. Ewing”!❤ You know, she was not wrong. He was a very kind, gentle man and loved to make the world a better place.
I cannot express my appreciation to him for teaching...