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for Ned Mosher
Joan Rathburn Jagger
March 27, 2008
Dear Mosher family, I am so sorry for your loss. I recall the memories made in my early years with the softball games in your backyard, school days with Katy, Dick, and Ned., and Jean. Johnny and Dale and their boyhood friendship. The years do not fade these fond memories.
Helen Von Voigt
March 27, 2008
Beckie and family,
Our deepest sympahies go out to you in this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Helen and Stephen Von Voigt (Columbus, OH)
Patricia Heinrich
March 26, 2008
Janice:
I just got off the phone with you and got your news. I am so very, very sorry for your loss. No words from me can adequately convey my most heartfelt condolences. Please know that you are and will remain in my prayers. I will see you tomorrow... it's been probably 8 years and that's far too long! Please know that I am here for you if you should need me.
My love to you.
Sally Furry (Newland)
March 25, 2008
To Ned's family He was one of the best teachers I had and always remembered him. Ilast saw and spoke to him at my mother's funeral.
Sally Newand Furry
Debbie Bennati
March 25, 2008
The school children of the past, present and future of Westerville have suffered a tremendous loss.
Ned Mosher taught many of us in the community the importance and magic of nature as well as the history of this area and as he told me recently some skills on the basketball court as he at one time coached in the middle school.
As a teacher in the Westerville School system Ned made learning fun and memorable. He developed an outdoor education program that put students in the woods, the orchards and at the lakes of the area. He was irreplaceable after he retired. Even after his retirement he shared his knowledge by volunteering in classrooms and schools or any time someone needed him.
I have worked closely with Ned for the past 9 years as we developed an educational experience at the cabin located at McVay School.
He was always there for me when I needed a fire built, a hole dug or a board reattached. He was also there for the children as he taught them about making apple cider or maple syrup or how the cabin was built.
Every day I spent with him I learned something new and I am sure anyone who spent time with him would tell you the same.
Ned was a legend in his own time. (Although so modest he would blush at that statement.) He will be sorely missed by his wife and family but also by so many others whose lives he has touched.
Please know though that every time you share a nature fact with your child or grandchild or every time you reach to pick an apple off an apple tree and you twist instead of yank it off, your memory will flash back to "Nature Ned" who taught us all those lessons, and by sharing his teachings it will insure that his legacy will live on through us for many generations to come.
Denny Wiegman
March 24, 2008
Ned was an inspiration to me. I had the opportunity to use the land lab he worked so hard to get and mantain. I also had the opportunity to attend camp with him and students. I lovedhis smile, deep voice, dry sense of humor, and practicality. I took a walk on Friday at Mohican State part and thought of him often. He will be deeply missed.
Tom, Kathy, Sean, Aidan & Liam Brennen
March 22, 2008
To the Mosher family,
We were so sorry to hear of Ned's death.
We will always remember Grandpa Ned's presence at many basketball games, pizza making days and many other OLP school events.
We know that he will be greatly missed by many.
You are in our prayers,
Carol Jones
March 22, 2008
I would like to express my sincere condolences to you, Janice, and to the rest of your family. Ned was born to be a leader and a teacher! He made a huge impact on the students of Westerville City Schools, but also on the teaching staff. Throughout my years of teaching elementary physical education, I had the pleasure of learning from Ned in the many outdoor education workshops that he offered. Two of my favorites were the "Behind the Scenes at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium" and the Cross-Country Skiing workshop. No matter where I would see Ned, whether it was at school, at church or at a Lions Club event, he would always be wearing a smile and sharing his talents. I will always remember Ned as a humble, caring person, with a huge heart.
Rita Wooten
March 21, 2008
Janice,
I was sorry to hear of your loss.
"Mr. Mosher", was my daughter Loradell's favorite teacher.
She told him that whenever she would see him at a Lion's function.
She at one time told me he treated
her like all the rest, but ever mindful
of her handicap.
How he has touched so many young
people in his teaching and caring.
Now, teacher and student are together again.
Rita (Cavinee) Wooten
Linda Thompson
March 21, 2008
Ned was a part of our lives in many ways. I first knew him when I taught at Whittier, and he was involved with outdoor education. He helped us plan many fun outings for the children. Next, he was a very important part of our little daughter's life. When we went to the Church of the Messiah, the only way she would go into the nursery was if Ned was there. He would carry her around, making sure that she had a hold of her precious, if not disgusting little piece of blanket! Finally, he was always a part of cabin day at McVay, showing us how to make maple syrup. He was a very special man, and we feel very fortunate that he was a part of our lives. Linda, Gary, Jodi, and Julie Thompson
Jerry and Wanda Cavinee
March 21, 2008
Janice and family,
I have many memories of Ned. I remember at one of the Cider presentations at the McVey school for the 3rd grade. One of the boys held his hand up and asked "are you brothers?'. Ned, just
laughed, and I proudly said, "yes".
I always enjoyed our times working together at the chicken dinners, the Log cabin and our good times at the tree farm. He will be missed by many. My friendship the past 30 years will leave many fond memories.
Sorry I won't be able to return from Fla. for Ned's service. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Love, Jerry and Wanda
linda (hall) warner
March 20, 2008
mrs. mosher and family , i sorry to hear about your husband and father. he was my science teacher when i went school at westerville back in 1963 and 1964. he made our class fun and joyable to be in. may god put you and the family in the palm of his hand. god bless
Doug Wynn
March 20, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Ned. We have a land lab that has been utilized by thousands of students over the years-thanks to his foresight. In later years he obtained external funding for a building at the land lab. I have many fond memories of Ned - most notably watching him run a tractor and mower over another teacher's tape recorder, hidden in the tall grass. He always greeted us with his half grin - followed by his deep voice. So long "Nature Ned". We were blessed to be able to work with you.
tom and sally dickson
March 20, 2008
dear janice,sorry to hear about ned's death. he was truly a gentleman's gentelman. he will be missed by many but none moreso than you and the kids. he lived a good life and was well respected by all that came in touch with him. we are all better for having crossed paths with him..my very best to you and the children...
Ron Schwerin
March 20, 2008
Mosher Family,
I began my teaching career in 1969 in Westerville where "Nature" Ned took me under his wing, helping me through my first year. Becky was also in my first math class lending me encouragement to succeed as well. So it is with regret that I read of his passing. We will miss him greatly.
Chris Benton
March 20, 2008
Janice, Chris, Kurt, Beckie, John, Jean and Kathleen:
My most sincere condloences to you all. I lost my best friend this week. May he rest in peace.
March 20, 2008
JEAN&FAMILY
OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
PAT LYONS
BECKIE LYONS
DICK REEVES
BRAD&CATHY LYONS
Mary & Stewart Bell
March 20, 2008
Dear Mosher family,
I cannot begin to tell you how much Ned meant to Westerville teachers. My husband and I were two such teachers who always looked forward to Ned's adventures with our students whether at our school or outdoors. He was such a loving, caring "teacher" who gave of himself over and over again. I always called him Nature Neddy, because he was just like a vert smart, cuddly teddy bear with the kids!
Our prayers are with you all,
Mary & Stewart
Bryan Stone
March 20, 2008
Dear Mosher's Family
I'm truly sorry for your loss Kurt and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Larcomb
March 20, 2008
I have many fond memories of the times he spent with our third grade classes during maple syrup time. He always made it a fun learning experience for teachers and students alike. Pat Larcomb, Whittier Elementary
Slate Run Farm Staff
March 19, 2008
Dear Jan:
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts.
Staci Orsborn
March 19, 2008
Dear Aunt Janice, Beckie, Chris, Kurt, and other family members,
We were so sad to learn of Uncle Ned's death. We have so many fond memories of the tree farm, maple sugar time, fishing, and simply being able to talk and learn from this wonderful man. He will be greatly missed by our family. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Richard & Staci (McDaniel) Orsborn & family
Peri Vest
March 19, 2008
Beckie and Family-
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Mosher was such a great teacher and person. His Earth Science class was a special learning experience for me. I have never forgotten it and it was 37 years ago. Great teachers remain forever in the memory of their students.
Sandy Weidinger-Hudson
March 19, 2008
I have so many memories of "Mr. Mosher", starting with my high school biology class...not my best subject. He had to keep a tight rein on me as my mind would wander! The class went to the Otterbein campus to identify trees, and I still remember the smell of formaldehyde from our dissection sessions. After graduation when I worked for the school system as a bus driver, Mr. Mosher's trips to "the garage" with his wonderful maple syrup marked a special season of the year. His time and work at Church of the Messiah also bring back warm memories; he as an usher, while my husband and I counted the offering. He was loved and will be missed. My condolences and God's blessings to you all.
Max and Marti Fisher and Family
March 19, 2008
Marti and I are so sorry to hear that Ned has died. Our entire family thinks so much of Ned and all that he has done. Our sympathy and our love goes out to you and your entire family. Since we will not be back to Ohio until Mid-April, we will try to have one of our children come and extend our deepest condolences to you and your family at the viewing and/or again at the funeral.. in our absence. Our prayers go out to you as you go through this time of grief and loss.
MARY FRANCES STOKES FREIREICH
March 19, 2008
JANICE, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH
YOU AT THIS TIME.
Julie (Stout) Johnson
March 19, 2008
Janice and family,
My sympathy for you in your loss. Many men leave a legacy, and Ned was one of those who will be sorely missed-one of the "gentle giants" among us who cared so deeply for others and for our world. My family owes much to you and yours, and so extend our hope for the grief to quickly soften into fond memories of a life well lived.
sharon hanshaw
March 19, 2008
Janice, My prayers are with you.
Bob and Donna Santilli
March 19, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you, Sharon, Chris and your whole family especially Chase and Nick. We know what a tremendous loss, Ned is for all of you as he was always there especially for his grandsons. He leaves such an incredible legacy for each of you to remember him with so many wonderful memories and more to share as his farm, I am sure will always be a very special place for all of you.
Bridget Ryan
March 19, 2008
I remember "Nature Ned" from when I went to the Westerville City Schools. Can't forget a guy with that much passion for nature. Sorry for your loss.
Jim McCambridge
March 19, 2008
The McCambridge family extends it's heartfelt condolences to the Mosher family in this loss. Mr. Mosher touched a lot of lives and was a fixture in many of our childhood experiences in Westerville. Your loss is felt by all of us and words cannot express our feelings. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Yarnell
March 19, 2008
My sympathy to you and your family
CHRISTINE JOHNSON
March 19, 2008
I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Your friend Christine Johnson
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