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John Bainbridge Obituary
AGE: 87 • Newark
John R. Bainbridge, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.
John is survived by his wife, Ardin (Allen) Bainbridge; his three daughters, Robin Mazzaferro, Lauren Goggins and husband, Todd Lehman, and Lisa Bainbridge-Scully and husband, Brian; his grandchildren, Patrick and Mallory Goggins, Nate Squire, Melissa Warsing and husband, Dean, and Shyla Mazzaferro; and his brothers, Jan Price and wife, Jean, and John Price.
John was born in Shamokin, PA and served our country in the United States Army during World War II. He spent 40 years as a teacher and administrator in the Delaware Public School System. He passed along his genuine love of learning to all those who knew him.
The family would like to offer a very special thank you to Compassionate Care Hospice, especially Myrna, Nicole, Mary Anne and Kathryn.
Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Road, Pike Creek on Friday, February 6 from 5:00-7:00PM.
Funeral services and interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in memory of John to the Food Bank of Delaware, 14 Garfield Way, Newark, DE 19713 (www.fbd.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bainbridge
Ralph Johnson
February 11, 2015
Mr. Bainbridge was my math teacher in Richardson Park Junior High School. As the perfect combination of teacher and disciplinarian, he made a lasting impression on myself and others. Several years ago I attended a seminar where the instructor asked the class to list three persons, other than a relative, who had made an difference in our life. Mr Bainbridge was on the top of my list. God Bless.
John McCall
February 11, 2015
Mr. Bainbridge was a one-of-a-kind teacher. I was one of his many students at Stanton Jr. High in 1962. I'll always remember him with appreciation for all he did for us.
robert eastburn
February 6, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Always remembered the fun times during the summer when your brothers would visit.
robert eastburn
February 6, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Always remembered the fun times during the summer when your brothers would visit.
Sylvia Taylor-- Green
February 6, 2015
John was a great teacher
Joe
February 5, 2015
I recall John's sense of humor as he enjoyed putting me in unexpected (and illegal) wrestling holds in his office when no one was around--and it did hurt. He was a good friend and a valued administrator. I learned, however, that it was best to approach him with someone else in the room.
Linda Herrmann Sewell
February 4, 2015
Mr. Bainbridge was a wonderful teacher. He is high on my list of school memories.
Lee Anderson
February 4, 2015
I will always a remember John as a very special friend . Love, 'Lee
Raymond Albanese
February 3, 2015
My condolences to the Bainbridge family.
I graduated from Stanton Jr. High in 1965 and Mr.Bainbridge was assistant to the principle, Mr. Stradling
It was an honor and a privilege to have known the man. He was a brilliant educator and disciplinarian. If the system would have men like Mr. Bainbridge in our schools today, i believe there would be less behavioral problems that plague schools today. I thank God for what i am today for the man, Mr. Bainbridge and ALL the teachers at Stanton Jr. High. My most memorable and joyful days were spent at Stanton Jr. High.
May the peace and hope that emanates from Yahushua the Messiah comfort the Bainbridge family and all who knew and loved the Man.
R. Albanese
Conowingo Md.
Joyce/ Don Kershaw
February 3, 2015
Sorry for your Loss , GOD BLESS YOU
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