RONALD D. EMERY

many evenings were spent with Ron as he taught us his 'Winnie the Pooh Get to the Drum' song. He was always open for us and was an interesting teacher with many life stories to share. He will always be remembered for his love of Darrow. I was very saddened to learn of his passing.

Mr. Emery was my favorite English teacher at Darrow School in 1971. He also supervised several plays that I had parts in. He really was enthusiastic about literature and had a great sense of humor. I am very fortunate to have known him. God Bless

Five Snapshots of the Personal Ron Emery (Ronald Dwight Emery)

We all know the Ron Emery of Darrow, Master of Ann Lee Cottage and Hinckley House, holding forth in the classroom making the execution of Mary Queen of Scots in crimson underdress come alive, directing student theatrical productions at a fever pitch to a professional level, having a powerful and identifiable baritone voice in chapel (which rose to a piercing tenor when he was angry), playing a piano duet with...

I was saddened to hear about Ron Emery. He was a compassionate, warm, and kind soul. 2 particular memories come to mind. I remember his booming laugh emanating from the top of the theater steps when listening to one of his actors . That laugh resonated so loudly that I remember thinking, man if he's not careful, he may roll right down those steps..... My other memory had to do with an English class I took with him. Our assignment was to write a poem. When he handed back our poems, he came by...

Ron is is probably more responsible for my having such a wonderful career in professional theatre than anyone. I saw him often at the openings of New York City Opera as he reviewed our work. He will always be in my thoughts as I walk into a theatre to work.

Ron Emery changed my life. In 1959 as a resident of Ron’s second floor of Hinkley House, he believed in my intrinsic worth and regularly encouraged me even though during my first year at Darrow because of my behavior (misbehavior) I was frequently just a few penalty hours away from being suspended from school. During my life, I have endeavored to follow his model in my interactions with others.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Ron was one of my favorite teachers, and also a friend and mentor. He inspired my interest in theater -- I wound up getting a degree in theater and working as a professional actor for a while before embarking on my other careers. He was the very model of erudition and sophistication and showed me what it means to appreciate art and literature. He was also a very good man.