Joseph Alexander Orr Ph.D.

Here it is 14 years after Dr Orr has passed on. Recently SDPBC colleague friends (Vanda, Amalia, Renee, Joyce, Lucille, Dorothy...) via pictures and stories began a booklet to give to Mary Lou Hilley's daughter, Theresa, commemorating what a force of love and grace she was in our lives some 30 years ago. As we swap those stories, Joe Orr's leadership and mentorship keep showing up, weaving through the very fabric of our lives. Stories of how we all grew professionally...

Dear Linda,

Dr Orr was my high school principal - he did have an amazing impact on my life, eventhough he may have never known it.

My prayers are with you;

Jo Ann Jordan
Class of 1979
Jupiter Sr High School

Sorry for your loss Linda. Saw you briefly at the luncheon recently. Met your husband at the '06 reunion. Evelyn and I extend our deepest sympathies.

Dear Linda ~ I never had the privilege of meeting your husband Joe, but he was clearly a man who was respected, esteemed, and loved by all who knew him! I read all of the pages of loving tributes and he must have been a truly incredible man! I only learned of his passing today, but I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers. It was so good to see you today, and I hope you'll continue to join us for our monthly luncheons! Blessings to you and to the extended family in your...

I served on the Gifted Education Project Committee with Dr. Joseph Orr. He was a great leader in the field of education.

My condolence to the family and God bless all of you.

Jo Glover-Thomas
Miami, Florida

“Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted.” St Matthew 5:4


Dear Eric, Pamela, and Tracye:
I was saddened to hear of your father’s homegoing. Your father influenced my life and imparted valuable guidance, direction and support to me and my sister during our high school tenure at Roosevelt High School. He gave me the opportunity to develop and excel in administrative skills by hiring my sister and me to work in the Adult Education Program during our senior year...

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I wish to express my sincere condolence to the family of Joseph Orr and especially to Juanita, Eric, and Pamela during this period of sadness and grief.

My Deepest Condolences.
AnEta Sewell