Tei Yajima Dacus

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Dacus’ passing. She was a gracious, kind and thoughtful lady. My parents, Jack and Toshiko Smailes were neighbors (just a street over on Comanche Way). Mom has passed, but Dad is still here. My sincerest sympathy to you, Ann and your family. Linda (Smailes) Ingram

She was my 5th grade teacher back in 1985-1986. Every now and then I will do origami and if it wasn't for her, I would have never known how to do it. Thank you Mrs. Dacus!

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Tei. What a wonderful life she led! She gained many friendships at Lincoln Avenue Presbyterian Church, where my mom (Sanae Otsuki) met her. My mom also passed away earlier this year. I remember Tei, also from LAPC, as a loving and caring and fun person. She was a lovely woman who will be missed by many people. Our deepest sympathies go to the family.

I unfortunately never had the pleasure of meeting this woman, but she sounded absolutely remarkable.

What an amazing read this was. I hope her family can bring some comfort in knowing how remarkable she is.

She wasy 5th grade teacher. Math was never my subject, she took extra time with me. Factors, common denominator, fractions, I made it. But still don't like math. Haha. I remember and showed my kids origami. ♥.

Ms. Dacus was a beautiful lady that had an amazing life. I had the privilege of working with her at Bardin Elementary School. She taught our two boys and was a wonderful teacher. In the 1970s my mother went to her class and taught each child to make a quilt square - then put the squares together and presented the quilt to Tei. She was so appreciative. Good memories of a special friend.

What a remarkable woman! I didn’t know Mrs. Dacus but upon reading about her I was so blessed to read about all of her accomplishments and more so the beautiful legacy she leaves for her loved ones. May our Lord comfort all of you and may you each retain every special time shared in her presence.