JOSEPH MICHAEL DeLONE

I was shocked when I read of Mike's death in the ST.Joe Prep newsletter. I was a year behind Mike and was used as quarterback cannon fodder on scout teams. Mike invariably was the first to smash into me but he always helped me up and asked if I was still in one piece. He was a class act. I lost track of Mike but knew he married and was part of a vibrant family. I wish all of you well. You were clearly the most important aspect of his life. Reading the entries in this guest book, it is clear...

Mr. Delone was a very good man, he encouraged me to do many things he was the best gym teacher I ever had. If it wasn't for him I would never have known the love I had for track and field. He took me the Penn Relays and made me a safety. He was a fine man and will truly be missed.

Marsha and delone family, i send you my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. My husband ron iacovelli taught with mike at walton school. Ron died this past may,2012. He spoke very highly of your husband and his wonderful care and concern for his students. May he rest in god's loving peace.

Mr. Delone looked out for me in the 7th grade. He wanted to make sure I was okay and was the one who notice my problems with anxiety. He even donated clothes and other items to me and my family which my family was very appreciative and indebted. We have truly lost, but God has truly gained an Angel. RIP Mr. Delone and thank you.

Mr.DeLone was my one of my favorite memories of WALTON,Long after I had left he still gave back to us the young black men in the area coaching our basketball teams,It meant so much to all of us,for that we will always be greatfull.R.I.P MIKE WE LOVED YOU.

To a man who changed the lives of many. To say that Mr DeLone was a kind person or a sweet person is an under statement. Mr DeLone was a rare breed of teachers that made me want to become a teacher after I get out the Military. Mr Delone was my Gym Teacher from First Grade until sixth grade. When I graduated Walton he left Walton to become my guidance counselor and encouraged me to go to GAMP or Dobbins. Other than Mrs Harper, Mrs Clement, Mrs DiMarco and Mr. Salters Mr. Delone help mold me...

I send my heartfelt condolence to the family of Mr. Joseph Michael Delone. You will forever be remembered as one of my best elementary school teachers and I've been out of school for 19 years now:)

You will always be remembered, thanks for all you taught me in elementary school, my prayers goes out to your family, RIP

Our thoughts & prayers are with Mr. Delone's family. He was my 5th grade teacher 1966-67. My favorite teacher too! He always promoted higher education when I saw him. I will as many miss a wonderful human being!