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for Richard EHINGER
Lisa Conroy
May 5, 2011
Mrs. Ehinger, Andrea, & April
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Mary Graham
April 13, 2011
Barb, Andrea, April and families,
I am so sorry to hear Dick's passing. I will never forget his influence as a "Ranger" and fellow Patroller. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
He will be greatly missed on this earth.
Sandy Tomasik
April 9, 2011
I grew up in Ebenezer. Dick and my mother were cousins. I remember the times the neighborhood kids would be hanging out in Dr Jim's back yard as he had a swimming pool, the only one in the neighborhood. "Doc Oc, as we called him, short for Dr Octopus as it seemed like he had 8 arms to scare us with, loved to terrorize us. You never knew when he might jump out from behind a bush or even out of a tree! Those were the good old days.
Denise Colbert - Schnarr
April 8, 2011
My condolences to the Ehinger Family.
Mr. Ehinger helped me put my life on the right track. I came to school and even made Merit & Honor roll. He made me see I could do it and nothing was out of reach when you tried.
Denise Colbert-Schnarr Class of 1986
April 7, 2011
To the Ehinger family,
My deepest condolence's to your family.Most of my days at Riverside was filled with memories of Richard whether it be the attica trip or the morning assembley's in the auditorium.He was funny,honest,kind and not to mention caring,he was my favorite teacher,i'll never forget him and he will never be forgotten.
cheryl ross hodgetts,buffalo and fort erie...class of 86'
April 7, 2011
Mr, Ehinger, you were one of my favorite teachers at Riverside. I never cut your class, because it was always so interesting.
I remember one class in particular, you got a little emotional because you had to put your dog of 15 years down. That was the first time I ever saw a teacher show emotion. I knew then, you were passionate about everything you did.
Dawn Domagala Class of 86
Gary & Ellen Gossel & family
April 6, 2011
Barb, Andrea, & April,
Dick truly was a great man who helped others to see life in a real way. He helped us to see ourselves honestly and helped us to live our lives with with laughter and a certain strength to do our best.
It is a blessing to be born into a great family, but Dick shared that gift and created a wonderful family with you, Barb. Our prayer is that Dick live on in the love you share with your children and grandchildren.
We will forever remember his lessons while skiing and his joy for life that he shared all the time!
Our love to all!
Diane Schaub
April 6, 2011
Mr. Ehinger, You were a great teacher,you will be missed. A former student. Diane Darling Schaub.
John Shred, Jr.
April 6, 2011
My condolences to the Ehinger Family. I will always remember Mr. Ehinger for the self confidence he brought out in me. May God keep you all in his hands at this most difficult time.
Shirley&David Bruce
April 6, 2011
Richard was a true character, someone who enriched your life just by getting to know him. Shirley and I will remember him forever.
Barb, Andrea and April, we love you and are sorry we cannot be there with you.
Amy Dowdall
April 6, 2011
Mrs Ehinger, April, Andrea and families you are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Duggan
April 6, 2011
Dick Ehinger was the embodiment of empathy. Students and teachers alike were moved by his passion for life, his passion for teaching. In an age when bullying has become a serious topic I am reminded of watching his I.A.L.A.C. presentation some 40 years ago. He let students and teachers know that each had value and each had feelings. Like so many great educators he made a significant difference in the lives of those who knew him. His rich legacy remains in all who benefitted from his living.
cathy Vidinovski
April 6, 2011
great guy! I am a former South Park High student and I remember him well.
Carol Mcandrews
April 6, 2011
My family met Dick through my sister who worked with him at Southside Jr High. He successfully counseled both of my children in their time of need. He was an incredible man, so kind and caring. Our prayers go out to his family.
Cookie Mitri
April 6, 2011
Mr Ehinger was my seventh and eighth grade science teacher at school 77 in Buffalo, NY in 1963 & 64. He was one of the most gifted and talented teachers and everyone, even the difficult kids in the class loved and respected him. He made such a positive impression on me that I never forgot him. When I moved to Grand Island in the mid 90's I attended a lecture he presented at our Middle School about "7 Things" parents needed to know about raising happy children, and found him just as captivating then as I had so many years before. I was delighted that he had continued to live a happy life and was still doing what he was born to do, which of course was educating people. I am so saddend to learn of his passing. My deepest condolences go out to all in his family and friends. He was truly one in a million, and I will never forget him.
Erik Ehinger
April 5, 2011
Uncle Dick was a bright light, a difference-maker, and one of the many reasons why I am proud to be part of the Ehinger Family.
donna perry (campbell)
April 5, 2011
to the entire ehinger family- mr ehinger was one of the nicest teachers i could ever have had. i always remember him with fond memories. southside students were lucky to have had him whether as a teacher or a mentor.. rest in peace mr ehinger. you will never be forgotten
Terri Schuta
April 5, 2011
It is a widely known fact in education that one caring adult can make a difference in the life of a child. That one caring adult that many students of Southside Junior High School and later South Park High School had was Mr. Ehinger. He had the natural ability to connect with kids and it was evident he loved his mission. As his former student, who then became the principal of Southside and South Park High School, Mr Ehinger was a role model of mine. My interactions with students have been influenced by his example. I value the lessons of humanity I learned from Mr. Ehinger and hopefully through my career his legacy will continue in spirit.
John Wirth
April 5, 2011
Tammy & Kevin, We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Jack & Anne Wirth
April 5, 2011
The youngsters at Southside truly loved and enjoyed Mr. Ehinger and his unique teaching style.
Dick very much enjoyed working with and helping kids learn.
My sincerest condolences to Barbara and her family.
Tom Galluccio
Maida (Gutowski) McCabe
April 5, 2011
Barb and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I fondly remember our Realtor days together at Aubrey Leonard. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Schott-Brighton
April 5, 2011
Dear Family of Dick Ehinger,
As part of the "Southside Family", we had worked and learned together. Dick's work with children inspired me. May he rest in peace. May you have many lovely memories.
Donald Brusky
April 5, 2011
To the Family of Dick Ehinger,
I worked with your father for many years at Southside. He was a good friend of mine and a great teacher.
My condolences to your family.
Donald Brusky
Art Kurtz
April 5, 2011
I will truly miss you "Spaz". You were an inspiration to me, and helped me thru some very tough times. I will never forget the great times we had as a "wild" group out at the lake. Rest well my friend, my prayers are with you.
Carol Moeller
April 5, 2011
I grew up with Dick. He was my cousin and we lived across the street from each other. I cared for him very much and he was a good friend of my husband Dick Moeller. We will miss him. My sympathies to all who loved him.
Celeste Marek
April 5, 2011
Andie
Sorry to hear of your father's passing. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Jim & Bonnie Moore
April 5, 2011
We are so sorry to hear Dick passed away. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Christan/Tom O'Leary
April 5, 2011
Words can't express what you meant to this world. You made such an impact on those around you. A great man you were, a father that everyone envied. You will be missed greatly. Our deepest condolences to April, Andrea, Barb, and Families.
John Griveas
April 5, 2011
Words can not even express how sad it is to learn of this loss. I know that he and Grandma and Grandpa and Uncle Bill are all together now, getting ready to root on our Sabres all the way to the Cup! April & Andrea, if you need anything at all, the Griveas family is there for you.
Sandy Schilling
April 5, 2011
My deepest condolences to Mr. Ehinger's Family. I was fortunate enough to have him as a teacher years ago and have still remembered many lessons from his classes. R.I.P. Mr. Ehinger. You will be greatly missed.
Teresa Blake
April 5, 2011
Mr Ehinger was one of the most caring teachers I have ever known. I was lucky to have him for a teacher 35 years ago & I will always remember what a kind man he was.. My sincere condolences to his family.
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