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Jaime Escalante Obituary
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for Jaime Escalante
231 Entries
March 20, 2011
Its almost been a year since Mr. Escalante passed and yet his lessons continue to resonate in my life 20 years after. I truly would like to tell his family that I am so thankful to them for sharing him with his students. When he was at school he was always on! But twenty years ago I didn't much wonder about what he did when he went home. You were truly his support. Thank You, Thank You!
Isela GHS89
Karen Jelliff
February 6, 2011
Mr. Escalante inspired thousands of teachers (including me) to challenge ALL students. Thank you for a life well-lived!
Andrea Macon
October 4, 2010
As an educator, teaching English at a very challenging school, I often used "Stand and Deliver" as a tool to inspire my students to work to their full potential. I was very saddened to know that Mr. Escalante had indeed passed away! He was a great teacher, and because of him, I go to school everyday with the sole purpose of educating and inspiring my own students. Thank you Mr. Escalante!! R.I.P.
C. M.
September 27, 2010
May the God of all comfort, bring comfort to the family and friends of Escalanta. We look forward to the time when sickness and death is a thing of the past.
July 16, 2010
What measures the worth of a man's life? Is the legacy he leaves behind for others to grow on. Mr. Escalante has left alot for many to follow as an example when it come to dealing with people from all backgrounds. He saw what could be and he work toward that goal. My condolences to the Escalante family.
He is healing the broken hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spots.
Revelations 21:3,4 ~Henry
April 19, 2010
To the Escalante Family,
You have my deep sympathy and condolence on the loss of your loved one.
One of a teachers best tools is the ability to adapt to their surroundings and still accomplish what they set out to do. Jaime proved this fact all the days that he taught.
The Apostle Paul proved this at 1 Corinthians 9:22,23:...I have become all things to people of all sorts, that I might by all means save some... for the sake of the good news...
May that good news found at John 3:17, help your family as it has helped countless others.
Ana Jimenez
April 17, 2010
As an educator I use the movie "Stand and Deliver" to inspire my students and my own children. Jaime Escalante will live through his students and his movie that continues to touch many lives. My deepest condolences to his family. We are all truly blessed because you allowed him to share his gift with all of us.
Connie M. Acosta
April 17, 2010
Though I never had the honor of meeting Jaime Escalante personally, I always admired him from afar because of his ability to triumph in teaching inner-city students whom I also teach. The movie, "Stand and Deliver" that portrays Escalante's teaching has been popular amongst the Mathematics Departments in the schools where I have taught in L.A. County. It introduces human problems and conditions as well as offers the possibility of student success inspiring both educators and students.
April 16, 2010
I never knew Jaime Escalante, nor did I see the movie, "Stand and Deliver." However, Jaime Escalante was an inspiration to me as a Simi Valley educator, as was he an inspiration to ALL educators. The many times he was featured in the news and in specials...his story would help to make a difficult job workable. May he rest in peace, as he was a giant in the field of education. May God welcome him home! My condolences to the Escalante family. May God bless and comfort you at this time.
tom layton
April 16, 2010
I never knew Jaime Escalante, nor did I see the movie, "Stand and Deliver." However, Jaime Escalante was an inspiration to me as a Simi Valley educator, as was he an inspiration to ALL educators. The many times he was featured in the news and in specials...his story would help to make a difficult job workable. May he rest in peace, as he was a giant in the field of education. May God welcome him home! My condolences to the Escalante family. May God bless and comfort you at this time.
MIGDALIA QUILES
April 8, 2010
HUMANITY WILL PROBALBLY NEVER RECOVER FROM THIS GRATE LOSS. I CAN ONLY HOPE THAT WE COULD ALL TAKE IF BUT A SMALL PEICE OF HIS MESSAGE WITH US HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. AND FURURE GENERATION WILL CONTINIUE TO BENEFITS FROM THIS GRATE MAN'S VISION.
Janice Rogers
April 8, 2010
This man was a motivator who accepted no excuses for failure who did not accept less than their best. My condolences go out to his family.
April 8, 2010
I am currently an urban school administrator. I was a math teacher. Mr. Escalente inspired my teaching. I met him at a math conference in Buffalo, NY and heard him speak. The world has lost a great man, a hero!
Lisa
s hurtado
April 7, 2010
I cant belive he is gone I loved to watch him in Stand and deliver.
Nancy
April 7, 2010
We have so few REAL heroes in this day and time, people truly deserving of our admiration and to whom we can look for guidance. I know Mr. Escalante only from the movie. He WAS a true hero. Deepest sympathy, much gratitude to his family.
April 7, 2010
"I saw the movie many times and very much agree with his Philosophy" My prayers go out to his Family and may his memory continue to inspire Students and Educators Worldwide." Rodney J(Hartford CT)
Yolanda Valdez-Perez
April 7, 2010
My prayers and condolences go out to his family. Jamie was an inspiration to teachers and students everywhere. He will be miss. May you find comfort in memories of a life well lived.
Richard Manco
April 7, 2010
You were an inspiration to many people. You created a dynasty of future leaners and teachers. May God take you in his arms and hold you dear, so you are dear to so many....
Mary Monteleone
April 7, 2010
Such Wisdom and knowledge,Inspiration to all. He we be missed, Our hearts go out to his Family.
Mary A
April 7, 2010
We've all lost a wonderful role model. His story has touched so many. He was an inspiration to teachers as well as students. Let's all stand and deliver in his honor.
K Strunk
April 7, 2010
An inspiration to teachers and students everywhere. May you find comfort in memories of a life well lived.
parmjit dhugga
April 7, 2010
he was a great guy i saw his MOVIE many many times
one of my favz
AND CAUSE OF HIM I HAVE MANYY DREAMS
thank u JAIME ESCALANTE u were a ANgel To us!
C Chatmon
April 6, 2010
Thanks for all you did to inspire us all and let everyone know that where there is help there is hope. As a fellow educator your story and life was so inspiring. We will miss you dearly.
Jane
April 6, 2010
What the world could achieve if only parents could and would deliver the message this master teacher did to so many...
nenif haidar
April 6, 2010
you inspired us all sir ,thanks
CRUZ HERNANDEZ
April 6, 2010
GREAT TEACHER KEEP TEACHING IN HEAVEN YOUR GOOD MANNERS PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS FOR YOUR FAMILY
Charles Green
April 6, 2010
I'm a teacher, and I can relate to being attached to my students. Every year it's hard to say goodbye. When you genuinely care for your students, they sense it without question and reciprocate the same feeling. No doubt Mr. Escalante has some former students who are very sad right now. My heart goes out to them and his family members. (Rev. 21: 3,4)
April 6, 2010
For Jaime...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Holly
April 6, 2010
To the family of Jaime Escalante, please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I did not know Mr. Escalante personally, but like so many I was moved and inspired by the movie "Stand and Deliver". It was such a wonderful story and I can only imagine how proud you are of him, and how much he will be missed by his friends and family. I hope it's a comfort to know that he also lives in the memory of our loving God Jehovah. John 5:28 & 29 tells us of that wonderful promise when God will bring back our loved ones to a restored paradise on earth. (Psalms 37:11)
April 6, 2010
To the family of Jaime Escalante-
I would like to send my love and prayers to you. Your loved one inspired me to be better and give more. I have a math degree and I am an AFrican American. Every time I watch the movie "Stand and Deliver" I am encouraged to help our inner-city youth with free math tutoring. So thank you Mr. Escalante. May God rest his soul and bring comfort to his family and friends.
God bless.
Sherri Williams Porter
Camellia F
April 6, 2010
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
April 6, 2010
What a wonderful human being. And what lucky and hard working students.
Gail Moore
April 5, 2010
This man gave so much to so many, and enriched the lives of people you may never meet - but whose existences were made possible by his work. God bless and keep you all.
Deborah Smith
April 5, 2010
My sincere and heart felt condolences to family of this unique and wonderfull teacher. My God bless and comfort you.
Earnestene Abermathy
April 5, 2010
To the Escalante Family:
Please accept my condolences. Even though I didn't know him personally, I surely knew him for what he stood for. He stood for Justice and Equality and the right for every student to have the chance to get the best education possible. I appreciate his beliefs and his willingness to stand for those inner city kids when no one else cared. We surely need more caring people like him, who is willing to step out of the box and just help.
It's hard enough being a minority in this time, but to have someone to stand up for the children and help them and motivate them and push them without judging, but caring, is to be remembered. I'm so glad they made a movie about him. I hope others will be moved to step up and out of the box.
He really reminds me of another man that was called a Great Teacher. He stepped up! His name was Jesus Christ.
He was a real good educator, and what he taught has and will continue to help those who listen and apply the things learned. He loved people, especially young ones.
He has in so many words told and showed us what can be done when you care. It has movtivated me to sacrafice more of myself to help others who really are in need. Also, not to judge other. And most of all, all need a chance in life for the best. Jesus Christ has left us the best information to be had.
We have so much to be thankful for, may God give you strength to cope with such a great loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
April 5, 2010
YOURE A HERO GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THE GOOD TEACHERS LIKE YOU MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR YOU AND FAMILY
M M
April 5, 2010
Truly inspirational human being. If only more took on the challenges that our minority youth face and showed them that someone believed in them, this world would be a far better place for us all. Thank you Mr. Escalante for doing what you did and for leaving such a beautiful legend. Sincere sympathy for this great loss. We have all lost an inspirational soul.
Mickie Luna
April 5, 2010
Our Sincerest condolences to the family of a superb educator and one who inspired everyone to understand that all students can achieve.
We in San Benito County LULAC had the greatest opportunity to visit Garfield High School and witness for ourselves the motivation in his teachings. We will never forget taking 22 students, 4 teachers and our local newspaper reporter to Garfield in 1991 and what a memorable trip that was which made headline news in our community.
We were again inspired when in 1993 Mr Escalante came to Hollister and was our Cinco de Mayo keynote speaker, we later visited his classroom at Hiram Johnson High School in Sacramento.
Those memories will never be forgotten by our students who were inspired by Mr. Escalante and today many are teachers.
His passing is such a great loss but when we think back in what he taught us, that GANAS can get us to achieve anything that is in our hearts.
Que descanse en Paz y que Dios lo tenga en su Gloria.
Thank you Jaime Escalante!
April 5, 2010
For Jaime...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Dan Schullman
April 5, 2010
Mi más sentido pésame a ustedes. I did not know Jaime personally, but have always been touched by the story of his wonderful teaching, as portrayed in "Stand and Deliver". His passing has struck a chord in me, in the wake of my own wife's death to cancer last year. And like Jaime, she too was a teacher of the underprivileged (in her case, prison inmates) who challenged, nurtured, and inspired her students (and by example, her coworkers) to do their best. And so my sympathies go to you, his family and friends, during this difficult time, also knowing full well that his legacy of love and caring will persist long after his mortal presence.
Veronica Zamora
April 5, 2010
The world lost a great teacher, mentor and friend. Kimo, Mr Escalante I never met you, I wish I had. You inspired alot of people. The Good Lord has a great friend in you. To the Escalante Family...My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I am truely sorry for you loss.
ANGELA SERRANO
April 5, 2010
TO THE ESCALANTE FAMILIA:
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. ALTHOUGH I NEVER MET MR. ESCALANTE, I FEEL LIKE I KNEW HIM. HIS STORY WAS VERY POWERFUL AND MOVING AND MADE ME BELIEVE THAT I COULD DO ANYTHING. THE WORLD HAS LOST A VERY GOOD MAN...........GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
Janet Washington
April 5, 2010
I saw the movie and was greatly inspired. I am sorry for your loss but I am happy your husband was so selfless and desired to help those with less than desirable lifestyles become all he said they could be. My prayers are with you. God bless your family Janet of Wichita, Kansas
Stefanie Eder
April 5, 2010
When you came here to Sacramento, CA you were the reason why my mom let me go to Hiram Johnson, I am very greatful to have had you as my BEST MATH TEACHER EVER!!!!!! My deepest sympathy goes out to the Escalnte family and to all of those who knew him well as a teacher..... Remember...... Ganas...... That's all you need.....
Rest in Peace Kimo, you will be missed
Mary M
April 5, 2010
You made me want to be a teacher. At 47, I attained my goal. Thank you Mr. Escalante
Billy Gee
April 4, 2010
hey kimo! you did a good thing may the good lord bless and keep you in his loving arms always. I saw the movie I cried a lot. Billy Gee disc jockey. west palm beach fl.
April 4, 2010
For Jaime...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
LindaSue Silva
April 4, 2010
There are no words to express the sorrow that we feel worldwide for this tremendous talented teacher. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the surviving members of Jaimes family. You should all be proud to be a member of this great man and teacher.
May he rest in peace and may we all continue to learn from him how to be the kid of person he was. Please do not weep for your loss but celebrate the life that he led. God be with you and peace to you all.
Thank you Edward James for bringing this wonderful person to light with the wonderful movie of his life.
Best wishes and love
LindaSue Silva & family
[email protected]
Sue Black
April 4, 2010
I taught at one time in a feeder school for Garfield . Coming from NY to California as a first time teacher his efforts were motivational to the kids and teachers. I have often wondered what happened to those students I had in East LA school. He had shown the world what great expectations for students can achieve. Kuddos and fond memories!
Casilda Gonzales
April 3, 2010
Mr. Escalante was an amazing educator who believed in our kids and provided them with ways to make even the most difficult seem easy . Thank you, Mr. Escalante for all that you did. Your legacy lives on. May God bless your family and bring them strength in knowing you are peacefully watching over them, and probably over calculus classes everywhere.
April 3, 2010
For Jaime...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Lorena
April 3, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family. You have inspired many people. If more educators were like you, we could resolve the education gap. Children need respect, confidence and the desire to learn. I often refer family and friends to the movie based on what you did at Garfield High. May you rest in peace.
Una Connors
April 3, 2010
AMAZING !!..............the kids he taught excelled beyond their wildest dreams and our wildest dreams....but not Mr. Escalante's. It seems he looked out on his sea of students and only saw the potential in them. He saw them as achievers, survivors and bound for glory. How fortunate his students were who went along for his mysterious and miraculous academic ride. It will be forever impossible to measure how many lives he changed and then onto the next generation of children born to his high achieving students. The affect and imprint he imparted to his students would have ripple effects way beyond just those he taught. He left this world a much better place and he made the most of his own God-given talents and shared it with all he came in contact with. Rest In Peace.
Yolanda Ramos
April 2, 2010
Dear family of Mr. Escalante, Although I never met him I was inspired by his story and his desire to help others excel in math. He opened the doorway for many to realize that anything is possible "Con Ganas". Rest in Peace Mr. Escalante for you have won your reward in heaven.
April 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angel Rivera
April 2, 2010
Mr. Escalente, what an inspiration to the world, we must continue his legacy to educate all.....
Angel H. Rivera, Principal, San Andreas Continuation High School
Hollister CA.
"Always con Ganas"
April 2, 2010
For Jaime...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Joe Mc.
April 2, 2010
Although we never met,I feel like I knew You from hearing your story.
You inspired so many children to do their best. By doing this You saved so many Lives.
Rest in Peace.
Daniel Stewart
April 2, 2010
Mr. Escalante.
I graduated from Garfield High School in 1960 during a time when very few teachers had the desire to "push" students to excel. If only the "desire" had been instilled in me as Mr. Escalante did for numerous students in later years, I might have achieved my dream. As it was, my math and calc kept me from going "all the way". Thank you for your burning desire for students to rise out of the bario to a far greater life. May the Lord bless you in abundance, Jaime Escalante.
Cheryl DeCicco
April 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marciel G
April 2, 2010
Mr. Escalante,
Your passion and dedication is the source of my inspiration. You proved to the world that, with hard work, educators can find diamonds in the most unlikely places. RIP.
George Morales
April 2, 2010
You have been an inspiration to many. I watched your movie over 50 times and still get inspired every time. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Escalante family.
Henryk Zaleski
April 2, 2010
May you rest in peace.
April 1, 2010
Although I did not know you, your story touched my heart and made me feel proud. You showed us that anything is possible. You inspired all those who were lucky enough to cross your path. Rest with the angels. (Sheila from North Carolina)
William B. Masterson
April 1, 2010
I met Mr. Escalante in 1988 in L.A.,ca. I was doing an audit for Hughes Aircraft Co. To make a long story short this magnificent genius turned tons of paperwork into a simple short report.I was the CPA.
Goodbye my friend.
William Barkley Masterson
Pauline Holder
April 1, 2010
As a teacher, Mr. Escalanta inspired me. God bless you, Mr. Escalante!
Al Iriberri
April 1, 2010
My father was a student of Jaime Escalante in La Paz. As with thousands of others he inspired and guided, my Dad spoke of Mr. Escalante with deep respect and love. He quite literally changed the course of our lives along with that of many other families. He leaves a legacy that will endure for generations to come. Many share in the mourning by celebrating his life. He will be remembered warmly. RIP.
Mallku Rodriguez
April 1, 2010
Orgullo Boliviano! Orgullo del mundo! You change one person, you change the world! Thanks Don Jaime from one of your llokallas sonsos!
Davina Loewe
April 1, 2010
The movie really sent a strong message to the youth of today, thanks for staying in the fight, Jesus loves you.
JoAnne Hartnett-Rios
April 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Denns Fox
April 1, 2010
It is with great sorrow that Mr. Escalante has passed. I had hoped to meet him when he was to come to Cleveland Ohio and number of years ago. He and the movie were and are a great inspiration to me and ultimelaty my students.
Dennis Fox
April 1, 2010
ESPY IN EL PASO, TX. WE NEED MORE CARING PEOPLE LIKE YOU. YOUR LEGACY WILL NOT BE CHALLENGED. YOU WERE ONE TO BE ADMIRED. A LOT OF PEOPLE WILL REMEMBER YOU. ESPY
Vickie Gomez
April 1, 2010
To Mr. Escalante's family. I 'met' Mr. Escalante when I first saw "Stand and Deliver." I knew then, just as I do now, that this was a brilliant, caring, inspirational human being. How lucky you are to have been the most important part of his life - his family. I feel certain that the Angels were his guide as they led him into Paradise to take him home to the new Jerusalem. May the Peace and Love of our Lord be with you now and forever.
Debbie Jackson
April 1, 2010
To the Escalante Family,
Each year I showed the movie "Stand and Deliver" to motivate my calculus students to perform to their highest expectations. Jamie was such an inspiration to teachers who struggled with students who were afraid to work hard.
Eloisa G
April 1, 2010
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Escalante family and friends. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Escalante but as many others. I was very grateful to see such a wonderful person have such a passion to help many individuals. This world has suffered a great lost but the Kingdom of Heaven just received a powerful angel. Rest in Peace Profesor.
Sincerely
April 1, 2010
Can’t comprehend just how sad you must feel
For the loss of someone you love.
This sorrowful time must still feel unreal
And you’re looking for strength from above.
I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,
That your spirit will gain strength again,
And I pray that your faith will create inner peace
And that God will send blessings--Amen.
Till then, if you need me to lighten your load,
I’m waiting to come to your aid.
Just call on me, and I’ll walk down that road,
Until the dark times start to fade.
Deep condolences,
A friend in Connecticut
B Virgen
April 1, 2010
I grew up in ELA all my life and was attending Garfield High School when Mr. Escalente was there. I am glad that he was able to show people that good things do happen in East Los Angeles if you care enough to do something about it and really listen to the students.. Rest In Peace
April 1, 2010
A la familia del Señor Jaime Escalante mis respetos a todos y sepan y sientancen orgullosos de que Mr. escalante Hizo Historia para todos los Hispano Hablantes de USA siempre estara en nuestra memoria keep stand and deliver......
April 1, 2010
For James...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
P Smith
April 1, 2010
Dear family of Jaime Escalante, We thank you for sharing your loved one with us. We are better for it. May God offer you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Rosanna Miramontes
April 1, 2010
Mr. Escalante was my teacher in the summer of 1990 for a trigonometry course @ E.L.A.C. He was awesome! May he rest in peace.
chris
April 1, 2010
i saw the movie when i was 15 and all i can say is that it made me realize the power of hard work and ganas(esire) so thank you for your inspiration
Maria Thompson
April 1, 2010
Paz en su tumba.
Pilar Richardson
April 1, 2010
Bolivia and America have lost a great Teacher! Rest in Peace Don Jaime. My condolences to his family.
Pilar Richardson
Raffy Aladro
April 1, 2010
To the family of Jaime Escalante. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Jaime was a great teacher and an outstanding human being. The whole world is better because of him, he made a difference in everyone's life. God bless you during this most difficult time and always.
K Davis
April 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Mr. Escalante has made such an impact in many students and his friends and family must miss him dearly. Our God, though, has given us hope for seeing our loved ones again. In John 5: 28, 29 it tells us, " All those in the memorial tombs will hear his [Jesus] vioce and come out". What a marvelous hope to look forward to. My condolences to the family.
April 1, 2010
Mr. Escalante was an inspiration to me. I teach in a school with some of the neediest children who don't have much chance of a future unless I believe in them and push them as he did. I know there is hope thanks to him!
annie guenther
April 1, 2010
Am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Escalante's death...as a former teacher myself, often of minority kids who didnt think they had a chance, Mr Escalante inspired me and gave me ideas on how to reach them....This one man has given so very much back to society and humanity...my prayers go out to his family...
Daniels Family
April 1, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss and offer our deepest condolences. May your many dear memories of such a giving man and "the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort," ease the pain of losing him.
(2 Cor 1:3,4)
Jorge Estrada
April 1, 2010
Always remembered never forgotten Mr. Escalante, Thank you
Jorge Estrada
April 1, 2010
I never went to Garfield when Mr. Escalante was teaching but walking through his lecture hall i was always motivated to have ganas and i will never forget his legacy and i dont think anyone that is a bulldog will Thand you to the Escalante family
Derrell
April 1, 2010
My sympathy goes out to the Escalante family. My thoughts and prayers also be with your family during this time of bereavement. I did not know Jaime Escalante personally but I know you must have been dear to many. I know words bring little comfort but I hope these will help to soothe the pain. (2 cor. 1:3,4)
neil hollander
April 1, 2010
To the Family of Don Jamie: We were both inducted into the Teacher's Hall of Fame. No matter how hard I try I doubt I'll ever be half the teacher he was/is. Even now that he has crossed over to the other side, he continues to teach.
Neil Hollander, Sacramento City School Dist. teacher
D Schitt
April 1, 2010
All teachers should be as good as her was.
Sylvia Garza
April 1, 2010
Mr. Escalante has been an inspiration to many in the field of education and we thank him for helping children believe in themselves while others did not. May memories bring his family great comfort.
Maritza Lopez
March 31, 2010
mr Escalante came to my high school in Sacramento @ Hiram Johnson 92-93 to help out our math class we just loved him we did a lot of talking in that class im sorry for that but i hate math but he always made it fun god bless you sincerly Maritza Lopez
Soledad Guzmán
March 31, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Escalante Family and his students. May our Lord give you all the strength during this difficult time
Boris Nelson
March 31, 2010
The movie and the man inspired me to excel in my own mathematical world. I thank him and all my math teachers!
To his former students:
You now hold the flame he ignited within you. Keep it lit and pass it on with the intensity, love, and respect he laid upon you! You are truly blessed to have been taught by such a caring, giving man!
My condolences to the Escalante family, may God give you the strength to carry on!
RIP Senor Escalante, you have finished teaching, rest and enjoy a meal with our glorious Father!
March 31, 2010
Our family sends its deepest respect to Jaime Escalante's family. In these times of more bloated bureaucracy and inertia in the teaching profession, he cut a path to learning.
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