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Tania Hopkins
March 9, 2025
There is a Facebook page of people who grew up in Andover Connecticut and when asked who their favorite teachers were so, so many of them remembered Mr. Turkington! That is where I found this picture of him with some of his students from 1972.
Tania Chadbourne Hopkins
March 9, 2025
Like so many others, I had Mr Turkington as a sixth grade teacher and have never forgotten him. He was by far my favorite teacher of all time and contributed so much to my education and upbringing. Such a kind, ppatient, and dedicated man. I still think of him whenever I hear an incredibly eye-rolling pun! I am sorry to hear of his passing.
George Turkington
April 20, 2024
David was my favorite cousin. I have great memories of when I was young and the thrill of playing catch with my big cousin Dave. He had great presence and it was a laugh a minute when he was around. In later years, he was a great comfort to my mother after my father passed away. I will always remember David with great fondness.
Patricia Anderson Farghaly
April 20, 2024
A year already. Rest in peace Mr T.
Susan Greene
April 20, 2024
David was my cousin- a great and caring guy. Growing up, our families were very close and our families spent a lot of time together. As happens, times change and my brother & I left the area. My independent, some would say, obstinate mother would not consider moving near one of us. We both visited often but as my mother advanced in age, we worried about her being alone and she resisted assistance. David lived next door. He visited my mother every day, sitting with her, telling his latest jokes and keeping a watch on her. As is the case of many elderly, she needed conversation more than physical care. Without David and another neighbor, my mother would never have been able to stay in her own home until just before she passed in her late 90´s. Such a good guy!
Susan Parker
April 30, 2023
He was my teacher in sixth grade, I have such fond memories of him. May he rest in peace.
Heather Gasper
April 28, 2023
Mr. Turkington was my sixth grade teacher. God bless and rest in peace.
Patricia (Anderson) Farghaly
April 27, 2023
Rest In Peace Mr T. You were the greatest teacher ever. There will never be another like you. I will never forget you. Thank you for wanting the best for all of us.
Serenity Post-Jones
April 27, 2023
There are many wonderful memories of Mr. T. He was a true professional and dedicated teacher. Every student went at their own speed in math with him which looking back had to have been incredibly draining on him to keep up with, but it also allowed the students to advance to their capabilities. When our principle was away he was in charge. He knew everything about that school and how to handle any situation that came up. He kept the skunk alive on the chalk board and he always had a seat for Harvey the rabbit in his classroom. I admired him for his faithfulness in his church and his dedication to his family. He dedicated his life to service. Thanks for being you Mr T. You have moved on leaving a beautiful legacy.
Serenity Post-Jones
Lynn (Gardiner) Spaulding
April 27, 2023
So sorry to hear about Mr. T. He was one of my favorite teachers.
Stacey Luszczak Vargas
April 27, 2023
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was one of my one sixth grade teachers. He was always happy to see us and teach us new things. He definitely made a difference in and touched so many lives.
Leigh A Hutchinson
April 27, 2023
I had Mr. T. in 6th grade. He was an effective and popular teacher. Have nice memories of him. I was speaking with another Andover student who said they ran into him recently in a restaurant and Mr. T remembered them, and they had a nice conversation.
Janet (Smith) Urgo
April 27, 2023
So sorry to hear Mr. T. Passed. My condolences to his family. He was one of the greatest teacher in Andover. Will always remember him! RIP!
Edward Standish
April 26, 2023
He was my 6th grade teacher at Andover Elementary. He was one of the best teachers throughout my academic career. I will forever have found memories of him. My condolences to the family.
Michelle Jurovaty BYAM and Sean Byam
April 26, 2023
My wonderful teacher. He made learning fun. He taught " stimulus response" in a way no one will have forgotten. He lives on as a model to many Rest In Peace!
Michelle Jurovaty BYAM
Sean Byam
Karen Bugbee
April 26, 2023
MR. TURKINGTON WAS AN EXCELLENT TEACHER. HE CHALLENGED ME AND MANY TO WORK HARD AND GET ALONG WITH OTHERS. HE LIVED A LIFE OF SERVICE AND I THANK HIM AND OTHER EDUCATORS WHO INSPIRED ME TO BE A TEACHER FOR 30 YEARS!
Denise Brinsley
April 26, 2023
Awesome teacher. Always made you feel important. He will be missed
Chris Balch
April 26, 2023
Mr. T was my teacher at Andover Elementary back in the 1960's. He was one of the inspirations for my own teaching career. He was a great teacher and a wonderful man.
David Kravet
April 26, 2023
So sorry for the loss of this wonderful human being. David was a sincere, caring teacher and a gracious person. We worked together at Andover and stayed in touch during his retirement. Go in peace, dear friend.
Dave Kravet
Taylor H.
April 25, 2023
My condolences to the family. Dave was my neighbor since I was born on Parker Street. Such a kind man, always quick with a joke and happy to help. He has helped our family so much when we hit hard times. Blessed to know this man. Rest in peace, Mr. Turkington
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