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Jean Rhinehammer
1926 - 2015
Jean Rhinehammer
1926 - 2015
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Vicki Conklin Bowman
May 17, 2016
My heart is heavy as I just found out of Mrs. Rhinehammers passing. She was one of my three favorites at Bauer! Her legacy lives on in each of us who had the privilege of having her. I will never forget how she taught us to remember our B verbs and who can forget how she layed on her desk to show us how to pre make our beds in the morning. I just loved her! I'll never forget her consoling me when Dr Sears passed. I feel so blessed to have been taught by her in more ways than one. My sincerest sympathy to all her family and friends!
Jen
May 17, 2016
Mrs. Rhinehammer...
You were an amazing teacher!! You were one of my favorites, along with Nancy Foster, that inspired me to teach. I learned so much from you, but most of all, I learned to love reading. You were the person I needed in fifth grade at Bauer. Thank you! ❤
Leslie Hall
May 17, 2016
I just heard today of Mrs. Rhinehammer's passing and I am so sorry for your loss! I had her as my 4th grade teacher and she was always one of my favorite teachers. Heaven gained a beautiful soul! May she rest in peace!
Cynthia Hall -Hughes
May 17, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family of Mrs. Rhinehammer. I had the pleasure of living across from her and Mr. Rhinehammer on Greenview for many wonderful years. They were a sweet and kind couple. She will be missed!
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Debbie Kurtz-Plouffe
April 3, 2016
I only found out yesterday through my mother that Mrs. Rhinehammer had passed away. My heart stood still. Mrs. Rhinehammer was my 4th grade teacher at Bauer Elementary School. If ever I am asked who my favorite teacher was through the course of my education, my answer is quick, perhaps even before the entire question is asked, "Mrs. Rhinehammer"! She had such a lasting impact on me, so much so that I think of her often. I so appreciated her kind and loving manner both inside and outside of the classroom. Even more so, she was strict! This insured that each and every student was well behaved and showed respect for one another. This made for the absolute best learning environment. There was no funny business taking place in her classroom, just an atmosphere of warmth and kindness unequaled to none. I couldn't wait to enter that room where peace prevailed. I remember a few times where some students would become unruly. Her face would turn this deep red and she would just walk out of the classroom. Ohhhh....we all knew something was terribly wrong! This made for a quick "settle down" of all! Then she would walk back in, calm and composed, and picked up right where she had left off. Never a harsh word. We all loved her so much that we didn't want to disappoint her in any way. The strength of her character came through in those moments. I learned that you didn't have to yell or scream to bring about a loving and kind environment. I was only 9 years old when she was my teacher. I went back to visit her when I was nearly 30 years old and she recognized me immediately. "Me", out of all the thousands of students she must have had over the years. If that doesn't show her heart as a teacher, nothing does. I remember asking her that day if she planned to retire anytime soon. She was carrying a tote bag full of books and she turned it around for me. The words read, "I will never retire"! I believe she never did in many ways. Her heart was given to the hearts and lives of children forever. There will never be another like her. Mrs. Rhinehammer, thank you so much for your love and dedication. Your inspiration lives on in our hearts and actions. I will never, ever forget you. My love goes out to all of Mrs. Rhinehammer's family, friends and all the lives she so deeply touched. I truly believe her legacy will live on for generations to come.
Marvin Hileman
July 9, 2015
The Kettering Community Chorus, which you know I direct, recently sang for the Worship Service at St John Lutheran. We dedicated it to the memory of your parents.
Claudia Watson
July 8, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing! She and Ben were among my most favorite people and were such an important part of our family network over the years. I will always remember them with love! The last time that I saw your Mom she reminded me how difficult it was for "a girl to lose her mother." Keep that in mind and take care of yourselves. Hope both of you can relive many wonderful memories together.
Claudia Watson (Hudgens)
June 27, 2015
My brother, cousins and I were taught by Mrs. Jean Rhinehammer at Bauer Elementary School. Her classroom was thoroughly enjoyable since she was a natural in the field of education. IAs a retired teacher myself, I am so glad to have had a positive, caring, cooperative role model as Mrs. Rhinehammer.
Sincerely, Cheryl Combs Hawkins, Kentucky
June 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. My sister and I were so blessed to have had an Aunt and Uncle that always gave such unconditional love. I cherish the wonderful memories, especially the visits with my cousins. I always felt so proud when your mother would introduce Myra and I as her daughters. Anne and Cindy...my deepest sympathy to you and your families. Love, Sue
June 22, 2015
What a wonderful, unique person Jean was! My late husband, Don Sears, was always singing her praises for being a role model to her colleagues and such an inspiration to her students. She was also a great neighbor for many years. My love and sympathy to all her family who she so dearly loved.
Sue Sears Behr
Carla Phillips Lane
June 20, 2015
I loved Mrs. Rhinehammer so much! What a wonderful teacher and mentor. My brother and I both had her at Bauer for 4th grade where she made a lasting impact on me with her kindness and patient heart. Truly, my most memorable teacher...what a wonderful lady!! My favorite memory was her afternoon story time. Putting our heads down on our desks and hearing her read was the best adventure and definitely helped me to become a life long reader! A great lady who influenced so many! God Bless you and your family.
Jill
June 19, 2015
Goodbye my friend,I miss you already.I'll cherish the friendship, laughter and conversations we have had over the past 10+ years.You were a wonderful person, thank you. I will see you again!!
Annette Boose
June 19, 2015
My brother and I both had Mrs. Rhinehammer for class at Bauer School in the 70's. She was one of the nicest teachers that we ever had and we have fond memories of her to this day. Love & Prayers, Annette Harting Boose and Bob Harting Jr.
Annette Morris-Novesl
June 19, 2015
Jean was a teacher, mentor, family friend and distant relative. She had an unspeakable impact on my life and her legacy will be carried on through the many, many people she invested time, effort and love into. My deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed by many.
Annette Novesl
June 19, 2015
An amazing teacher, mentor and friend. Prayers to her family, she was a precious woman and I was privileged to know her (and be a distant relative). Annette Morris Novesl
June 19, 2015
I remember her quite fondly, as I was her student at Bauer Elementary. My condolences to the family.
Ruby Gay Owens
June 19, 2015
Jean was a friend and professional colleague of our mother, Nancy Foster, for many years, as was Ben of our father, Kenneth Foster. Please accept our thanks and condolences.
Jim, Don and Ellen Foster
June 19, 2015
Jean was a friend and professional colleague of our mother, Nancy Foster, for many years, as was Ben of our father, Kenneth Foster. Please accept our thanks and condolences.
Sue Ford
June 18, 2015
Jean impacted the lives of many, including my own. Anne, Cindy and families, I feel honored to have been privileged to spend so much time with your mom. She was definitely one of a kind, and she will be greatly missed. Much love to all of you!
Donald Good
June 17, 2015
She was a great teacher, I had her for sixth grade, at mound and I still remember her. I am so sorry to hear of her death, she helped so many of us thru her years of teaching.
Sue Barlett
June 17, 2015
Anne & Cindy & family my deepest sympathy. what a wonderful woman she was. being neighbors and having her help me was always special.
Marvin & Ruth Hileman
June 15, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of the death of Jean. She and Ben were such good friends as well as wonderful clients. I, personally, know how much they cared for their daughters and their families and know they will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to all of you. Please forgive us for not being there Saturday as we have a grandson being married that afternoon.
Glenn and Karen Danner
June 14, 2015
Jean and Ben were both loving, kind people, always quick to lend a hand or a listening ear. They loved their family, their friends, and their church. Our family has many good memories of them and we are blessed to have called them our friends.
Elizabeth McKee
June 13, 2015
Cindy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Moms are very special people, and they hold a very special place in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time.
Sue Merritt
June 13, 2015
I would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family.
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