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David Schenck Obituary
Described by his colleagues as a mix between Albert Einstein and Willy Wonka, Schenck was: "A brilliant man, very smart, astute and fun-loving; children gravitated to him," said Gena Calloway, head of the school.
"He had a great deal of empathy for these kids," said his friend Bob Hill.
In 1958, Schenck obtained a master's degree in education from Emory University and was a reading specialist at Georgia Military Academy, now called Woodward Academy. He realized tutoring struggling students for 30 minutes a day was not going to, in his own words, "keep them from failing." Family friend Vicki Ahnrud said, "What he did was, take a teaching approach that was usually done one-on-one and developed a way for it to be taught in a classroom."
David Tuttle Schenck died Dec. 23 of a progressive pulmonary disease. He was 93. Read the news obituary
Memories and Condolences
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17 Entries
February 27, 2015
I hope that reading psalm 119:105 may help you find comfort
January 17, 2015
David and Dee were friends and patients of my husband ,Dr. Linton Bishop ,who died just before David . I am sorry not to have been able to express in person my respect ,and fondness for him and Dee and admiration for what they accomplished for thousands of children . Her papers for our History Class were classics especially those on fairy tales . You have much of which to be proud . June Rowan Bishop
January 14, 2015
My Grandson attended the the Schenck school for two years. And then graduated to go back into public school. The same public school that could not teach him to read. He has this year, scored the highest of any student on the schools reading test. Dr. Schenck has had any impact on so many people and has been such an inspiration. Blessings to him and his family. What a great man!
Ann den Tex
January 13, 2015
My late husband, Karel den Tex and David went to pre-school together in Chappaqua and some years later attended Horace Greeley High School for a year before he returned to Holland. More recently they had share hikes on several sections of the Appalachian Trail and visits in Mystic, Ct David was a great friend - always tuned in, always generous and helpful - he talked with Karel just a week before his death in August and they said farewell. Ann den Tex
January 10, 2015
Dr. Schenck was my daughter's teacher in the mid-70s. My husband and I were grateful that a teacher like Dr. Schenck would dedicate his life in touch a meaningful way. We thank his family in his memory. Truly, he lived an extraordinary, giving life among us. B. Griffin
T. T.
January 8, 2015
To the family of Mr. Schenck,
I want to express to my sympathy on the loss of your loved one. He was a very passionate, and dedicated individual. My prayers are with you all during this time of bereavement
Daneen
January 7, 2015
May friends and family treasure the wonderful memories of David. Know that the Heavenly Father is near to those broken at heart and will comfort you in the days ahead.
Susan Asher
January 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss and am so happy you all had such a wonderful, smart, kind and caring father. I wish I could have gone to the Schenck school or some similar type of school for people who have a hard time learning. However, I am grateful that I had your father's daughter Margaret in my class who helped me with my studies. She was patient and kind too. Although I did not know your dad well, I have been lucky enough to have known all four of his children. My thoughts are with you all.
Marcia Henry
January 6, 2015
David Schenck was a pioneer in the field of dyslexia. His school is among his greatest achievements. My sympathy to his family and colleagues.
January 5, 2015
I am sorry for your loss,death is truly a sting but God promises that death will one day be brought to nothing. @ 1Cor.15:26.
CW ForestPark GA.
Rusty Spears
January 2, 2015
I have fond memories of him when I was a student at Galloway. He would serve as a chaperone at various events with his son. He once sat through a never ending biology lesson at Fernbank when he drove our class there.
Rev 21:3&4 G. Johnson
January 2, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 1, 2015
My son attended Schenck and was overjoyed when Mr. Schenck came for Founders Day. He dressed up as a 50s character and burst through the door and said, Mr. Schenck said I looked supercool. He had an aura of light and love, and I will be forever grateful for him creating a school that saved my son's confidence, and his life. I know Mr. Schenck is one of God's special angels now. Sorry for your loss. Mary Reese
Hlyn
December 31, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort grant you a measure of comfort during this time.
December 31, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the lost of your love one. Remember that God gives us the strength to endure.
December 31, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family
Anthony Kupris
December 30, 2014
I still think about Mr. Schenck although I haven't seen him in several years. .
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