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Heather PULLEN Obituary
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PULLEN, Heather Heather Silber Pullen, 39, of Alpharetta died of pancreatic cancer Monday February 11, 2013. She was a dedicated teacher who was very involved in her students' lives at New Prospect Elementary School in Fulton County, where she taught for 16 years. Heather was selected as Teacher of the Year for New Prospect in 2010. She was a Nationally Certified Teacher and received a Master's in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw University. For her undergraduate education she attended Young Harris College where she was a Sister of the Upsilon Delta Sigma Fraternity and then completed her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education at the University of Georgia. Heather was a devoted mother who took much pride in raising her wonderful children Owen, 5, and Hadley, 3, with her husband Scott Pullen. Other survivors include her mother, Loretta Baer Silber of Marietta; father and step-mother, Ronald and Linda Silber of Buford, GA; sister and brother-in-law, Yvonne and Greg Whittier; and niece and nephew, Elizabeth and Joel Whittier of Springfield, VA. Heather prided herself in helping anyone she could, both personally and professionally, and will be truly missed by her loving family and all who knew her. An online guestbook is available at www.edressler.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org. Graveside service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs with Rabbi Loren Lapidus officiating. Arrangements by Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.
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for Heather PULLEN
February 15, 2013
This world has no sadness that God can not heal. May you find comfort in knowing that He is with you.
C Johnson
Mark Dukes
February 15, 2013
Loretta, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Heather touched so many people's lives. I hope you find peace and strength during this difficult time. Love you.
Robin Nicholson- Crawford
February 13, 2013
Heather will be so missed by so many. Her smile would light up any room. So many wonderful high school memories to so many of us. Many prayers to Scott, her precious children and family.
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Karen Whitehead
February 13, 2013
Heather was my daughter, Phoebe's 5th grade teacher. She had a gift with children and was able to connect and inspire in ways many others cannot. My heart goes out to her family and children.
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Marianne Weinberg-Benson
February 13, 2013
Loretta, Jon and I send our love and condolinces for this terrible loss. Love, Marianne
Renee Goldstein
February 13, 2013
Ms. Pullen was my son's teacher in the Talented and Gifted Program (TAG) at New Prospect. Harrison thought so highly of Ms. Pullen and said she made TAG fun every day. We have such a heavy heart in our family today because it was so apparent to us how much she loved her students and how much they loved her. Rest in Peace. Prayers for your family.
EG
February 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rana and Prabir Mishra
February 13, 2013
She was so wonderful to my children, they absolutely loved having her as their teacher and she greeted them with her beautiful smile every single day. She will be missed. The angels on earth seem to go quickly. Mishra family (Alpharetta)
Jodi Moskowitz
February 12, 2013
After having originally met Heather many years ago through National Board, I feel so fortunate that New Prospect brought us together again. What a talented and compassionate teacher the world has lost! My thoughts and prayers go out to her family through your time of mourning.
Edith Glatzer
February 12, 2013
Rest in Peace Heather. You will be missed terribly. You have touched so many hearts, made so many children smile, and made a difference in so many people's lives. You always had a smile on your face, always been easy to talk to, easy to share a good laugh with, just an absolute sweetheart. Why we had to lose such a beautiful person will never be understood. You will forever be in our hearts. -
Jeff Paullin
February 12, 2013
I lived 2 doors up from Heather in Pine Needles and remember playing games in the neighborhood as kids. We went to Roswell Elementary and rode the bus together. She was a great friend. She taught me about her religious beliefs and I told her about mine. She was so smart, funny, and always seemed to be happy. She will be missed. My prayers to her whole family. My parents send their prayers as well.
Kimi Sewell
February 12, 2013
Heather, I only worked with you for two short years at NPE, but I would pass by you in the hallway often. You ALWAYsS had a smile on your face and friendly greeting. The student's loved being in your class, and spoke of you with so much affection. You will truly be missed. Education needs more teachers like you. May you rest in peace. I hope these small notes will help give brief moments of respite from the unbelievable loss they are going through.
Lisa Stalica
February 12, 2013
When I think of Heather, I immediately think of a beautiful woman, inside and out. She was quick with a hug, her smile was radiant and warm, and her passion was evident to all. She made you feel special and important and we are forever graced by her heart and memory. I am hard-pressed to think of losing her far too early and It is a deep loss. I am blessed to have known her. I pray for great peace and comfort for her husband, children, and her family.
Jamallah Bergman
February 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Heather's passing. I remember her from Roswell Elementary and when we rode the same bus. She was an amazing person and surely will be greatly missed by those whose heart she has touched.
February 12, 2013
We were blessed that 2 of our children were taught and greatly influenced by Mrs. Pullen. It was evident that her passion was to have them excel and feel genuinely loved. She always welcomed us with that infectious smile and a great big hug. Praying for God's comfort and peace as we celebrate her life.
~Karen Wilson
February 12, 2013
Heather was an amazing, wonderful, and incredible person, teacher, and friend. I was lucky enough to teach fifth grade with her for eight years and have her as my sweet friend for ten years. Words cannot express how much I will miss her and I will always cherish all of my special memories with her. My heart goes out to her kind family, loving husband, and beautiful children. We are all better people for having had Heather as a part of our lives. All my love, Amanda Gallagher
Marjory Tidwell
February 12, 2013
Heather (Silber), I will always remember our time at New Prospect Elementary many years ago. You inspired so many with your warmth, smile and enthusiasm for teaching. We have lost a great one! May your family find comfort in knowing that you touched so many lives - young and old. Your fight is complete here on earth. May you now rest in peace.
Rodney Stone
February 12, 2013
I'm still trying to get my mind around how such a terrible thing can happen to such a wonderful person. Anyone who knew you and called you friend also knew there was nothing in the world you wouldn't do for them. I will forever remember and love your sweet spirit and never forget what you meant to not only me, but some many others.
Betty Burns
February 12, 2013
There are no words to express the depth of our sorrow or the magnitude of what you meant to so many. Our memory of you will never fade. You will live on through the lives of Hadley and Owen and so many others who knew and loved you.
With deepest sympathy
G. Johnson
February 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Holly Hughes
February 12, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May you be surrounded by His love, grace and mercy and may God bless you.
Melissa Rudd
February 12, 2013
Heather was and will always be my son Tyler's favorite teacher. She taught him that school was fun and he would not be the great student he is today if he had not met her. Our family deeply feels the loss of this amazing woman.
Yolanda Stockley
February 12, 2013
Mrs Pullen, I feel like the lucikest Mom in the world. You brought joy to my son Mikey. You encouraged him and embraced him when he needed it the most. Thank you being a wonderful teacher and friend. You will be truly missed and always in our hearts.
Maeve Cossuto
February 12, 2013
I am terribly saddened by the loss of this wonder teacher. My son Danny, now a sophomore in college, was in her 5th grade class, and I was her room mom. I found (then) Ms. Silber to be patient, kind, loving, funny, and adored by her students. She was going to school at night at the time, but still made learning fun and challenging for those children. I was in awe of her stamina. Sleep well, Ms. Pullen, my family is blessed to have had you in our lives. I will keep your family in my prayers.
February 12, 2013
Through all of this sadness, I can see Heather's smile and feel her love. I wish this for all of her friends and family - love and peace. She was the perfect model of this, and with that fantastic smile!
Love,
Chris Fash
February 12, 2013
I am very saddened by the loss of such an amazing woman, mother, and teacher. Heather was always so kind to me. She made me smile every time I saw her at school. She shared her advice and wisdom with me throughout the years and I will truly miss her. Her life will always live on in my memory. Lisa Lewy
February 12, 2013
Heather will be missed by all who had the privilege to know her. The world is truly a sadder place without her.
Cassy McCaffery
Tim Enloe
February 12, 2013
A girl who's smile always lit up a room, Heather was always kind to me and many others. She was not only a great member of our fraternity, she was a great friend to all. She will be missed. Rest easy, Heather. The world was a better place for having you in it.
Meg Drummer
February 12, 2013
I was so very lucky to get to spend quality time with such a warm, welcoming, funny, and insightful person. I have come across very few people in my life that I could place immediate and complete trust- Heather was sincere and authentic. My life has been made much more complete by being able to spend time with Heather....I love and miss her very much!
Maisha Otway
February 12, 2013
Heather you will truly be missed. The world of education has lost a dedicated teacher! I will never forget how we collaborated to support your students and you even had a fun video game incentive that engaged and inspired your students and your team. May you rest in peace. Maisha
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