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Kenneth Eugene "Ken" Mazzaferro
1946 - 2015
Kenneth Eugene "Ken" Mazzaferro
1946 - 2015
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Kenneth Mazzaferro Obituary
Ken was raised in Boone, NC, where he graduated from Appalachian State University. He went on to obtain advanced degrees from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Ken was a retired educator from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, where he worked for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ramey Mazzaferro.
He is survived by his daughter, Angela M. Mazzaferro.
Friends of the family are invited to a visitation from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, at McEwen Funeral Service, Mint Hill Chapel, 7428 Matthews-Mint Hill Road in Mint Hill, with a memorial service to follow at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. The Rev. Lee Proctor will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mint Hill Baptist Church, 7835 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227.
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Al Renaud
January 13, 2016
Dear Family,
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. My deceased mother Catherine Renaud worked with Ken for many school years.
Thomas & Phyllis Mazzaferro
December 23, 2015
Correction for entry: Friday, December 18, 2015.
Forgot to mention Name and address.
Thomas and Phyllis Mazzaferro
December 23, 2015
Angela,I just downloaded the pictures from the funeral to share with the Mazzaferro's and their families at our next reunion. Perhaps we shall see you there. God Bless,
December 18, 2015
Sorry to hear of Cousin Ken's passing. We just got word from Aunt Joann.
We never met you Angela. We had hoped to see Ken at this year's family reunion in Minerva,Ohio; as per my E-mail last fall. Hope to see you there if possible, Angela.
Gog bless.
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December 16, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of cousin Kenny. We just learned of your loss today. Although I had only met him two or three times, he was always spoken of so highly by our family. He was a sincere and dedicated educator as was my father, Nick. As the bird flies free in the sky, the soul soars freely in heaven.
Patty Mazzaferro Moore
Ann Laszewski
December 14, 2015
Angela -
Your dad was one of the kindest men I have known. He loved you so much and spoke of you all the time. He cared deeply for all children and taught me so much about being a great leader and inspiration to teachers and children. I will always be grateful to him for all he did for me. He was a great man I am sorry I missed the services I just found out about his passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Pam Espinosa
December 14, 2015
Angela,
I am so sad to hear of Ken's passing. I am out of town until Friday, but hope to be able to touch base with you when I return. I don't have to tell you what a lasting difference he made to so many young people over his long career. His courage and his compassion has enriched lives, mine included. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Jeanne Tucker
November 28, 2015
Dear Angela, I am so sorry for your loss. I know this is a sad time for you. Your Mom & Dad were special friends to me as they served
as faithful and dedicated volunteers in the Church Library at Hickory Grove Baptist. We still miss them. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
JE Jackson
November 26, 2015
My sincere sympathy go out to the family,friends and students over the forty year span of Mr. Mazzaferris educational career. Cherish the times you knew him. Such educators raise the bar for young educators today.His presence will be missed.
November 25, 2015
Angela, My deepest sympathy in your time of loss
-Debbie Fox
Earnest Harrison
November 25, 2015
In this hour of sorrow; my prayers are for the Mazzaferro Family especially for Angela M Mazzaferro.
Sincerely
Earnest Harrison Jr.
November 24, 2015
Tonight I learned and was saddened about the news about Mr. Kenneth Mazzaferro's death. For several years, I have tried to make contact him. Some had indicated that he had moved from the area. Former students from time to time have called me asking had I heard from their beloved, Mr. Mazz. I frequently run into students who ask me about Mr. Mazz. He was an educator who truly made the difference in the lives of students. Time after time he gave students a second chance to modify their behavior and make good of their dreams. Together we spent hours counseling and developing individual educational plans unique to the needs of the students. We worked together as a team, often working as good cop and bad cop. He would sometime play the role of bad cop telling students who needed an extra push that he was going to put them out of the school. I would play the role of good cop and beg him to give them one more chance. He would assign the fate of students to me as their last chance. As a team we were tremendously successful with the students.
Some of our students were in dire human dilemmas. We partnered to work to develop resources to help them and allow them to continue their education.
One of our students has his Ph.D (doctorate degree) and is now working in a major University. Others are working in lawyers offices, in Charlotte Mecklenburg and other school systems, and in a wide variety of occupations all due to Midwood High School tailoring a program geared to the needs of students
Mazzaferro, was a think out of the box educator. He successfully administered a mastery learning program at Midwood High School that matched the needs of traditional and non traditional students. We had various methods students could to demonstrate mastery that included a portfolio program that brought community leaders, parents and educator into the school to review student accomplishments. Midwood High School was a tremendously successful dropout prevention program under Mr. Mazzaferro's leadership.
Mr. Mazzaferro, was loved by his staff and former students. Parents were heavily involved in Midwood High and they took part in the ownership of student success. Kenneth Mazzerferro, was a great human being who has helped thousands of students to graduate and make meaningful contributions to society. Midwood High School was an education program that worked.
It was an honor and privilege to have known and worked with him, my deepest condolences to you Angelia and his family.
Education Success was his business
He will never die; he has achieved eternal life through the many lives he has touched.
We were truly blessed.
Queen N. Thompson, M.S .Ed. Counseling Psychology
Former Dropout Prevention Counselor
November 24, 2015
My prayers are with your family. I am thankful to have watched you grow from a baby into a spectacular educator and a loving and giving family man. I so enjoyed our last visit this summer bringing back memories of our family gatherings over the years.
With all my love, Uncle Tony Buzzelli
Kim Gigliotti
November 24, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. From Kim Gigliotti and the BB&T Dallas RPST team.
November 24, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. What a kind man, gentle soul, champion for all. His life was his family and children, the best two things in the world.
Joseph Buzzelli, cousin
Lisa Mace
November 24, 2015
Uncle Ken may you soar on angel wings now. My heart is broken over your untimely passing but I know you are with Aunt Patty now. You will be in my heart always and you leave behind a very beautiful and strong daughter that will always be a reminder of you and your legacy.
Lisa Mace (Oak Island, NC)
Lisa Best
November 24, 2015
Angela, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
DORIS COURY
November 24, 2015
REST IN PEACE AND FOREVER MY FRIEND.GOD BLESS MY FRIEND KEN MAZAFERRO ND HELP HIM TO ELEVATED TO THE GLORY... AMEN
Charles Love
November 23, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Ken for many in CMS. He was a true professional and a great friend.
Mint Hill, Charlotte, Nc
DORIS HENRY COURY
November 23, 2015
I dont have words that are fluent out of my mought or brain, I still in shot, and you know Ken Mazaferro, you will be in our heart and mind forever and ever. Me and Hank used to be talking at the phone minimum once a week, remembering all the breakfast guys mornings time, jajajaj and at night Doris dinner and you used to said I made him eat things that he never did in entery life, some time you like, love but others went directly to your babies doggies bowls and enjoy and playing with your other big love, your dogs Samantha and Bear...I think they are the most sad animals-kids because I know they are suffering for losing their daddy Kent, and you know that more than anything .They were 24 hrs with him, So dearAngela, for your father memories, I Hope you will keep his babies bringing all the love that he will doing...
We really , really sorry, and my heart still crying for him> Ken QUE EN PAZ DESCANSES... WE LOVE YOUUUUU
Doris and Henry Coury (Belle Chasse, Louisiana)
Rick and Melissa Stamey
November 23, 2015
We're so sorry to hear of Mr. Mazzaferro's passing. We enjoyed talking to him after the 8:30 service on Sunday mornings at church.
Ellen Dulin-Baker
November 23, 2015
Angela, Your dad was my 8th grade science teacher over forty years ago at Spaugh Junior High. He was an excellent teacher and a remarkable man.
Susan Lawing White
November 23, 2015
I worked with your mother at Albemarle Road Middle. My prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Annette Cowan Mason
November 23, 2015
Angela, I remember when you were born. Your father was so proud. He and your mother were delightful to work with. Ken loved his job as Asst. Principal at Spaugh. He was fair, honest, and an excellent educator. I remember them having the staff over for a cookout. We really enjoyed ourselves. He will truly be missed by those who worked with him and knew him. By the way, he loved his church. Please accept my condolences. God be with you.
Sally H
November 23, 2015
Angela, I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. I hope that, in the coming days, you take comfort in the wonderful memories that you have of your dad and know he will be with you in your heart forever.
JF
November 23, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harold
November 23, 2015
Mr. Mazzaferro was my science teacher at Spaugh Jr. High in Charlotte in 1970. He put me in my place right quickly and advised me what it absolutely would require in order for me to pass my grade. I listened and made it to grade nine. He laid it on the line. He loved it when you thought for yourself and used creativity. For being that man I will be grateful to him as I have been.
Sandra Freshour
November 22, 2015
Mr. Mazzaferro was an inspiration to me and many more students that had the honor of learning from him. He sparked my interest in science which led to my undergraduate degree in Biology. And directly influenced my lifetime career on Quality Assurance. My condolences to his family. He was a great man.
November 22, 2015
Angela,
I worked with your Father and Mother at Spaugh Middle School for many years. Your dad was so proud of you and spoke of you often. You were the joy of his life! He will be missed...
Sheila Snipes Smith, Counselor
How he looked when I first met him.
Byron Thrailkill
November 22, 2015
This great teacher touched countless lives and influences all that knew hem. I can think of very few other educators that had such an impact on me, and I KNOW most all of my classmates. Thanks for a life well spent on behalf of hungry young minds and all who knew you personally. May Eternal Rest be yours.
Venton Bell
November 22, 2015
Ken and I worked and played together for many years. During this time we became "forever" friends. I shall always keep my memories of him close to my heart. No one could have asked for a better friend.
Larry Skipper
November 22, 2015
Ken was a great guy who loved his family and his Cadillacs. I worked with him in CMS for many years and have good memories of our time together. My sympathies.
Kelly Dreher
November 22, 2015
Angela, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your best friend and daddy. He was so very proud of you and some of you with joy. I know all too well the pain you are feeling and nothing anyone says can make it stop. I will be praying for you. Please let me know if you need a thing.
Joe Harrell
November 22, 2015
I really enjoyed working with Ken at CMS. He was a real gentleman.
Liz Tremblay
November 22, 2015
My condolences to Ken's family and friends. I got to know Ken through our mutual neighbors, Doris & Hank Courey. A kind man who will be missed in the neighborhood.
Ruby Roberts
November 21, 2015
Angela, Your father was very proud of you. He always spoke of you when he came to the shop. What a good daughter you were and how you took so very good care of him.. He came to the shop to be my body guard many times and always ready to help when needed. I'm not sure who was guarding who. I think we both needed someone to guard us. He was a kind and gentle man. I will miss him as I know you do and many will. If you need me I'm there for you. Love You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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