Thomas TUDOR Obituary

TUDOR, Thomas Dale

"Tom"

Age 70, of Dayton, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020. Tom was born in Cincinnati, OH, and a graduate of William Mason High School in Mason, OH, where he lived many years of his life. He went on to take college classes at The University of Cincinnati while working full-time before ultimately completing his undergraduate degree in Education from Miami University in 1973. Tom later earned his Master's Degree at Wright State University in Education Administration. He moved to the Dayton area in 1974 accepting a sixth-grade teaching position in Kettering City Schools at Southdale Elementary. Tom then went on for what would be a 30-year career in Kettering City Schools in various positions. He reached the pinnacle of his

career becoming the Principal of Greenmont Elementary. Tom loved this position dearly as it utilized a combination of his administration and teaching skills all at once. He retired from Greenmont and Kettering City Schools in 2004 but soon found his way out of "retirement" to become an Administrator at Hillel Academy of Dayton for several years mentoring some of their next Leaders. Tom enjoyed playing the piano and guitar, chasing around his Westies and cat, telling jokes, and also perfected several magic tricks to share with his grandchildren. He had many life-long friends and continued playing Strat-O-Matic baseball with them for 40+ years right up until his passing. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas

Jefferson and Geraldine Tudor and his loving wife Christine Tudor. He is survived by sons, Jeff (Hillary) and Andy; daughter, Sara (Shane) Thomas; step-daughter, Deanna (Adam

Merritt) Lance; 5 grandchildren, Camryn, Sammy, Anna,

Natalie, and Dean; siblings, Ron, Rick (Karole), Donna (Steve Guidi), Carol (Joe) Brotherton, and Joann (John) Hofer as well as numerous other family members. The family would like to extend a sincere amount of gratitude to the doctors, nurses, social workers, and hospital staff at Miami Valley Hospital for their care of Tom during his illness. If desired friends and family may make a contribution to The Humane Society of Greater Dayton in his remembrance. Private family services. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Dec. 17, 2020.

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Melissa Gordon

October 24, 2023

I cannot believe I didn't find out about Tom Tudor's passing until nearly 2 years later! Mr. Tudor was our 6 th grade teacher back at Southdale, and he was certainly not a person one would ever forget! He told my friend and I, when we were getting on his nerves, as 6th grade girls have a tendency to do, that when we got to junior high, we probably wouldn't even be friends anymore. Well, it's 44 years later, and we're still friends. We would visit him occasionally, just to continue getting on his nerves! LOL. We were saying today, how we could see him right now, dressed in his 70s attire, horn rimmed glasses, moustache & red hair, with his guitar, playing us the backwards Beatles on reel to reel. He was so young & hilarious. I've thought of him so often over the years, and I'm so sad to hear he's gone. Godspeed, TT, you'll always be remembered fondly as someone who made a big impact on people. Xo Peaceful wishes to his family.

Rebecca McFarland (Becky Ruiz)

February 20, 2022

I was saddened to hear about Mr. Tudor passing last year. I was in his first-6th grade class. He was my favorite teacher and will be remembered as such a kind man.

Mindy Duberstein

December 26, 2020

Mr. Tudor was the Headmaster at Hillel Academy where my children attended school. He was an exceptional individual who cared deeply about children and helping them get the best education possible. He was smart, funny and kind. His love for his wife and family was a wonderful example to the children as well. It was a honor to know him. To his family...may happy memories strengthen you. Know you are in our prayers.

Andy Kircher

December 24, 2020

Mr. Tudor was one of those rare teachers who had a genuine interest in his students as young people and wanted to spark their curiosity. I remember clearly when he read the Hobbit to us over a period of weeks, which captured our imagination. He also used to bring his guitar into class and sing for us. One day, he sang Rocky Raccoon, which also sparked a lifelong love for the Beatles. Luckily, I had a chance a few years later to visit him at Southdale and let me know how much impact he had. Rest in peace Tom.

steve kircher

December 21, 2020

I was also a student of his first class at Southdale. He made every effort to make connections with each of his students. He took me to a Dayton Gems hockey game one evening possibly because he sensed I wasn't doing very well.
One day he got out his guitar and we created a song together as a class. I appreciated him very much.

June Hites

December 18, 2020

I am shocked and so saddened by this news of Tom’s passing. I worked with Tom as his classroom aide the first few years they started the program back in 1979. What a special, fun time that was! Sixth grade at Southdale School! Trips to Camp Kern, archeological digs...what a creative, special teacher Tom was. He definitely found his calling in his teaching profession! He brought so much love and energy and laughter with him when he entered a room. Tom Tudor, you will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace, dear friend.

VINCENT ONEY

December 17, 2020

He was my sixth grade teacher at Southdale. He made learning fun and always supported his students like no other teacher. Prayers for his family.

Colleen Lampton-Brill

December 17, 2020

Mr. Tudor was my all-time favorite teacher, hands down. One of the main things he did for me was instill a sense of confidence and worth. He always told me I was smart and by the end of the year, I believed it! What a gift to give a young person. RIP.

Sherri

December 17, 2020

I was in Mr. Tudor's first class at Southdale. He was always my favorite teacher of all times. My heart goes out to his family.

Deborah Anderson

December 17, 2020

My deceased mother, Mary Coughlin, taught with Tom at Southdale. She thought so very highly of Tom and thoroughly enjoyed knowing him. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.

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