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for Heriberto Maldonado
Christina Chavarria
January 16, 2024
It has been 14 years since you passed away, Heriberto, but I still think of you and cherish your collegiality and friendship. We lost a great person and educator. May your family, friends, and students continue to find comfort in all that you gave to them. With great appreciation, Christina Chavarria (colleague from Riverside High School)
Rosalinda Ortiz
February 14, 2010
A tribute to my dear brother Eddie,
I will miss you everyday of my life, what a brillian mind, what a humble heart. Our bond was stronger than life itself, we both knew how important it is to set yourself aside in order to help shape the future. You shaped and molded minds and strengthened hearts. You inspired so many lives to reach for the sky and be the very best that they could. You gave so much and you never asked for anything in return. You had a heart of gold and a smile that could light up a room. You brought out the best in me and you encouraged me to become a better teacher. As you rejoice in the presence of the Lord, know that I take comfort knowing you are free of pain and now full of joy. I will miss you every day and I look forward to the day when I can hold you and embrace you agian. Rest in Peace my dear brother. Look after me from heaven, you are now my angel!
February 3, 2010
To Mr. Maldonados family I am very sorry for your loss. He made a strong impact to every student. He was a remarkable man and it was an honor to have as a teacher.
Vanessa Castaneda
Ericka Trejo
January 28, 2010
Dear Maldonado Family,
I deeply regret your loss. Mr Maldonado was my English teacher two years at Rverside High School. It was awesome being his student! We had so much fun in his class and learned so much. He made the subject so interesting. I visited him a couple of times after my graduation and he always shared the same wonderful smile! It was an honor to have been his student. God Bless you !
Ericka Miller Trejo
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Jorge Topete
January 27, 2010
The entire class of 1986 from Bowie High School will miss you, Eddie. I had the pleasure of seeing you one more time at our 20th year reunion. I will always remember you as you were-intellectual, passionate, caring, a faithful friend, and I see you were an amazing teacher. We will always think of you, my friend. To the Maldonado family-thank you for sharing Eddie with us! Our prayers are with you. Bowie High School, Class of 1986.
January 26, 2010
Memorial to My Brother Eddie
My condolences and prayers go out to Heriberto’s family. He was a blessing and a Light to all who knew Him. I first met Eddie at Roosevelt elementary school and we soon became fast friends. We attended Guillen Middle School, Bowie High School and UTEP together. His passion for learning inspired all of his friends to excel and demand more of their academic life. Eddie was accomplished in his studies and was successful in Science, Math, History, and his beloved Literature. He was truly a renaissance man. Heriberto played many roles; he was a good Son and a loving Brother. The best friend to his “Babies”. A loving Father to his Son Victor. A passionate teacher of the arts of writing, reading, and thinking, a true follower of Socrates. Eddie was a poet and a musician. A connoisseur of great food and drink. He read comic books, graphic novels, and the Classics. He listened to Vivaldi and Bach, Sublime and Metallica. His range of interests had no bounds. I knew Eddie by many names. In the fantasy worlds we explored he was Gareth, Wynde Ryder, and Keshi D’tilluth. He was a master of games, and more often than not he beat me into submission. From Chess to Video Games, Magic The Gathering and D&D, he played and won more than he ever lost. Eddie was not easily bested. My friend also loved sports and enjoyed playing basketball and golf. I remember playing one-on-one basketball against him in near darkness, and although he wore his glasses and I had perfect vision, he beat me with ease. I knew then that he was blessed with a second sight. Heriberto used this vision to see the potential in his students and to help bring forth all their talent. He would not settle for less. Eddie welcomed me into his home and I lived with him, Manny Chavez, and Ray Valdez on Wonderland street. We had many mad adventures at that house and spent many an evening at the local VFW with the veteranos. Sadly I did not get to share Eddie’s final years and that is my great loss. Although I was not the loyal friend that I should have been in his days of suffering, I will forever declare that he was my brother in Spirit. I miss you Carnal and will Love you always.
Michael A. Gutierrez
Sylvia Macias
January 23, 2010
Cheerio!! I never really was good at that game, you did always get me. It was a great 17 years my friend. I Love You. Rest in Peace.
Sylvia Macias
Lynda Hinojo, Aragon
January 23, 2010
Eddie,
I remember when I was 8 and you came into our lives. You where a great best friend to my dad and a amazing second dad to me. You always wanted the best for me,even if I didn't know that at the time. I suppose that's why you tattled on me. Don't think I didn't know it was you. I wanted to Thank you for being one of the most amazing men in my life along with the most wonderful English teacher I had. I Love you. Rest in Peace Eddie. XoXoXoXo
Rocio Ortiz
January 23, 2010
This is a truly sad day. Mr. Maldonado you were the person that taught me to truly enjoy literature. My love of books and the written word came from your teachings. You will truly be missed. My condolences to your family. Future students will miss out on your genius. You are in God's hands now. You will be dearly missed.
Christina Chavarria
January 23, 2010
Heriberto, it was a joy to teach with you. Your love of Latin literature has impacted me greatly, and your friendship and counsel will never be forgotten. May your family find peace and comfort in knowing how much everyone thinks of you. Con paz y amor, siempre.
January 23, 2010
Heriberto,was an inspiration when he found out that i Liked to write poems he went out and got me the most beautiful leatherbound book and inspired me to keep on writting i loved steeler very much i will truly never forget him,seeyou on the other side steeler, Dora Fox
dora fox
January 23, 2010
Heriberto,was an inspiration when he found out that i Liked to write poems he went out and got me the most beautiful leatherbound book and inspired me to keep on writting i loved steeler very much i will truly never forget him,seeyou on the other side steeler, Dora Fox
Lupe Mayorga (Chavez)
January 23, 2010
My Condolences to the Maldonado family. Eddie and I were friends since middle school and after graduation we lost touch. It was not until our 20th year reunion that we saw each other again and spoke briefly about our lives. He will be missed.
Elizabeth Matts
January 23, 2010
Mr. Maldonado had a visible passion for teaching that inspired me to keep going when I didn't want to. I hope to be even half the teacher he was, because he was amazing. He was one of the best teachers I ever had and I will miss him more than I can say.
Rick Carrasco
January 23, 2010
His irreverent, straight to the matter classes and passion for teaching were a great tool for myself. He was an awesome mentor, teacher, colleague and friend. You will be missed.
Michelle Thompson
January 22, 2010
Mr. Maldonado not only inspired me but taught me to see my potential and believe in myself. He not only taught me English, he taught me about life and about myself. I had the pleasure of knowing him and having him in my life. We shared a deep bond and I lived him dearly, he was like a father figure. My love and prayers go out to his family. I will forever be your spokesperson sir, thank you for everything.
JOE AND ELENA (ORTIZ) SANCHEZ
January 22, 2010
FRANK,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF. MAY YOUR MEMORIES BRING YOU COMFORT AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.
Julie Vitela
January 22, 2010
Thank you for all the wonderful memories and life lessons...To the Maldonado Family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow (Socratic ~ RHS C/O 2002).
Elza Chacon
January 22, 2010
I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Maldonado family. I worked with Eddie the entire 17 years he was at Riverside High School. The community of RHS lost a very special person and we will miss him deeply. He was a great man with so much love and compassion for his students. There are few teachers out there like him. Please take comfort in knowing that he touched a lot of lives and his memory will live on in our hearts forever. God Bless all his loved ones at this very trying time.
Lupita Hernandez-Aviles
January 22, 2010
I had the pleasure of being one of Mr. Maldonado's students and will never forget the memoriesade in his class. Thank you for inspiring and touching so many of our lives. You will be missed!
Brenda Gonzalez
January 22, 2010
My Condolences to the Maldonado family. Mr. Maldonado was truly an inspiration to all his students. He will be missed but not forgotten as his legacy will live on in those of us he inspired. God Bless You.
Daniel and Maria Martinez
January 22, 2010
Martha and Rosalinda, on behalf of the Martinez Family (Danny and Maria) our most sincere condolences and may god help your family get through pain and suffering for the loss of your loved one.
Savannah & Julio (C/O 2005)
January 22, 2010
Sir,
You made such a great impact on our lives and you were and continue to be a great inspiration! You will be greatly missed and never will you be forgotten. May you rest in peace!! Our deepest condolences go out to your family and friends.
Violet (Gomez) Chavez
January 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Maldonado Family. I met Eddie back at Bowie High High. A great person with a wonderful qualities. May he rest in peace.
Ray Ramos
January 22, 2010
This is a total shock for me, I remember him as a friend more than teacher, He will be missed tremendously!
Jessica Beltran-Lopez
January 22, 2010
On behalf of some of his students (Class of '98), please accept our deepest condolences. May the hearts of Mr. Maldonado's family and friends be filled with lots of love and peace. He will always be remembered as a man with a brilliant mind and a passionate heart.
"Love comforteth like sunshine after rain." - Shakespeare's Venus and Adonis, Line 799
Robert Rodriguez
January 22, 2010
On behalf of the Rodriguez Family we would like to express our condolences to Eddie's family. May God Bless you. Our prayers are with you. Robert
Isaac Salas
January 22, 2010
Great teacher. Brilliant mind. I had the pleasure of being his student. He influenced and inspired me, and has touched many lives. He will be missed.
Martha Guerra
January 22, 2010
Frank, so sorry to hear about your brother's demise. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Your friend, Martha
S D
January 22, 2010
You were the best and most memorable teacher I have ever had. I had you all four years of high school, and even though we would fight a lot, you knew you were my favorite teacher. Thank you for all you taught us, thanks for all the laughs and memories. I will always remember you. Im at peace knowing that you will be with your dad, and in a much better place. Love you sir, BRILLIANT.!
Jose A. Ortiz
January 22, 2010
To the Family and friends of Eddie,
We wish to share our deepest and sincerest condolences. We know that there are no words that can take the pain and sorrow away from each of you; we know that each of you is to morn in your own way; and we also know that you all must morn. Find a way to morn together, to morn alone, to cry for the sadness that is in your minds and hearts. Yet also find a way to be happy for the good memories that you have and share them with each other. Be there for each other and give each other the support that you need and most importantly turn to God and pray for the repose of Eddie’s soul and ask Him to bless each of you with the strength that you need to see these days through.
We pray for God to be ever-present with each of you in the days to come and for the rest of your lives; we ask Him to help you with and through your grieving and to bless you with the strength that you need; and we ask Him to be merciful with Eddie and each of you.
God bless you,
The Ortiz Family
Lindsey, Jacob, Abraham, Julie and Poncho
Jan 22, 2010
Oscar Martinez
January 22, 2010
Our condolences to the maldonado family from the Riverside High security Dept.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
robyn Sierra
January 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I had the pleasure of teaching with Eddie until 1998 when my family moved to Houston. May he rest in peace. God Bless You all.
Chaplain Sam Faraone
January 22, 2010
Sincere condolences from the staff of CIMA Hospice. May God bless you and give you peace.
Francisco J Maldonado
January 22, 2010
I will always have you in my heart. God knows why you left us, he needed a good teacher in heaven, what better person than you. Be at peace, and may you enjoy the everlasting life that God promised to all of us. Say hello to my father for me, and tell him that we will someday be together again.....But not yet. I have and will always love you.
Your Brother,
Frank (Kiko)
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