Dr. Richard Arthur George
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David Kamison
September 4, 2023
In about three months, it will be 60 years since I first met Dr. Richard George. I still recognize him as the one teacher, instructor and friend that was the most influential in my life. I transferred into Carteret Prep school on the first day of school after Thanksgiving in 1963. It was a rather traumatic time in the United States in that we just buried President Kennedy. Well Richard made me welcome and I soon found out how amazing he was. To this day almost 60 years later I can still see him in front of the class reading a play and making faces and gesticulating bringing the character to life in the classroom. Great memories of groups of us visiting his home and having tea. I miss you my friend
Alfred Fedak
August 13, 2019
I remember Dr. George fondly from the year (1967-68) he taught at the Pingry School in Hillsidehe was my freshman English teacher. My most vivid memory is his recitation of one of his powerful wartime poems in class: about a soldier longing for home and wondering who's kissing her now. It moved me deeply. He was a great and brilliant man.
John Laycock
March 9, 2018
I encountered Richard George in 1961 in Greece when I was 16 years old. This student tour had been organized by a group of independent schools, and Dr. George was one of the adult educators. I remember in particular chatting with him in a restaurant on Santorini in the late afternoon. We remained in contact for a few years after the trip. He sent me one of his books of poetry. Then I lost contact. Dr. Geoge was a remarkable, warm, intelligent man. I wonder if anyone else remembers that trip.
Chrisstiana Dowling
November 26, 2017
Love, affection and appreciate always xo
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I will always remember you Doc with love and appreciation
Chrisstiana Dowling
November 26, 2017
Hank Arakelian
June 23, 2017
Here was a man, a teacher, an inspiration to the young, a fountain of love, when comes such another?
Tom Taylor
June 7, 2017
Oh Doc, We saw you every day in Homeroom for 3 years 1976-1979. Learned more from you than all of them at that place. We loved talking about dear old England didn't we?See you in the next novel. We few , we band of brothers....
robert degeorge
May 7, 2016
I thought again today about the great dr george ..two years later after my last message,...he was really something special..
robert degeorge
September 4, 2014
I was telling my fellow coworkers about the incredible teacher that I had in high scool...The incredible Dr Richard Arthur george...The names of 3 kings!!!! 40 years later I was talking about him....40 years! Now that was some impression that he must of left on a shy kid from new jersey.....never will I forget this great teacher...and greater human being.
robert thomas
December 25, 2013
It's hard to reflect back to those years spent at Carteret School in West Orange without remembering that smiling, jovial face of Mr. George. For us at Carteret, it seemed all to often his enormous talent was pretty much wasted on we desert plants.For four years, this incredible man with his passion for literature tried in vain to plant his seeds of cultural literature in our removed minds. He tried, we didn't care. Fifty three years later I'm now able to understand who he was and what he was trying to accomplish . Those desert plants are now blooming Mr. George, Our eternal thanks indeed to a very patient and understanding man that will always live with all of those he touched.
Suzanne Hinsdale
September 22, 2011
I just got back from a school meeting (that time of year, you know) and I realized that my child is struggling with the loss of his favorite teacher, and that he loved her (nothing troubling, just in that chaste, student-teacher kind of way). Anyway, it made me remember the teacher that I had loved, and what he had taught me.
My favorite teacher had explained that every paper, every project, and every comment and action in class was a gift to give to him, and that it should be thoughtful, creative, and lovingly prepared. In return, every lesson, reading, and assignment would be his gift to us. He gave us poetry readings, he gave us props from his collection to perform plays with, and he brought actor friends from England to help teach us to act. He gave us the great works of literature, and he gave us his heart. He read from Shakespeare, he read, “The Scarlet Ibis” (his favorite) and he read his own works.
He helped this struggling kid from Maplewood survive High School, and helped me believe that there really was beauty and value somewhere trapped inside my soul. From him, I learned to put my heart into everything I did, in school and in life. This great gift was given by work and by example, and was given with a generosity of spirit I could not have previously imagined. Thank You Doctor George.
Anon
September 7, 2011
"The end crowns all, and that old common arbitrator, Time, will one day end it. - William Shakespeare
In memory of Dr. Richard Arthur George who passed away one year ago today.
nina jochnowitz
November 2, 2010
Doc was my homeroom teacher and my favorite English teacher. He was exciting, driven and honest. I loved his wit and his shrunken head that he kept in the classroom. To bad there were no clones of him. we will miss him, RIP Doc.
Kristen Glanzman
October 21, 2010
Doc George was probably the most memorable teacher it was my good fortune to have. His classes at Columbia High School were very popular, and I was lucky enough to have been a student in his Major British Writers and Tragedy and Comedy classes during my junior and senior years (1984-86). He made me enjoy literature and English classes...not an easy task! I have often thought about him over the years with a smile. I am sure his wicked sense of humor is entertaining the angels as I type! :) Rest in Peace, Doc.
Sharon Coogan
October 11, 2010
I had the extraordinary gift of being in several of Doc's classes. Even 30 years later, I have wonderful memories of his twinkling eyes and mischievous ways. Heaven is certainly blessed to have him among its citizenry, although it is a sad loss for us.
Sharon, or as Doc called me, "Coogie"
Joanna Perlman
October 2, 2010
Doc,
Of all the wonderful things I learned from you, the most important was to love Shakespeare. Thank you. God bless you on your journey.
Love,
Perly
Deb Coogan Seltzer
September 20, 2010
I had the privilege of being in one of Dr. George's classes at Columbia High School and he brought the classics and humanities alive for his students. He was dedicated, creative and did whatever he could to make learning fun - a true adventure. I have thought of him so very often over the almost-30 years since I left CHS. Godspeed, Dr. George.
brett walker forlenza
September 20, 2010
I will never forget Dr. George's Shakespeare class-he made an intimidating subject a wonderful, exciting, and extremely funny subject. He made me feel at home as I was a new student. I have often thought of his superb ability to communicate with high school kids, he was a character and he will be sorely missed. He made a positive impression on me and so many others, bless you Dr. George.
Here's to your success as a teacher!!!!!!!!!! (I became one too!)
C Villani
September 16, 2010
Dr. George was what every teacher should strive to be. I'll never forget his reading of Poe's Tell Tale Heart and the life size Dracula figure at the door to his class room. He rarely spoke about the war but we were all shocked when he brought in the display of all the combat medals he received while fighting in Europe AND South East Asia. He was a great man...
Barbara Gately-Wilms
September 15, 2010
I remember walking past his class, wishing I could be in that class... I got my schedule Senior year and thought I hit the lottery....... I just loved him, her made you eagerly want to learn...
Joanne Johnson Mccarthy
September 14, 2010
I was his student at Columbia High School. He was my teacher for Major British Writers. He had a gift for making literature come alive. I will never forget his ability to reach and inspire others. What a wonderful person he was, with the ability to speak to high school students so that we always felt our opinions were important and valued. He has often crossed my mind over the years. We have lost a kind and wonderful person.
Lisa Kaufman
September 13, 2010
Doc was an amazing teacher and a wonderful man who touched the lives of countless people. What does it say about a teacher whose influence went far beyond just the students who attended his classes to include the staff and student body. Doc was a force to be reckoned with and for years a part of the culture of CHS, always there with a brilliant thought, a quick quip and a contagious zest for life.
Doc became a close friend of our family and remained so long after all of our days at CHS. When my brother passed, Doc was there sharing his words, love and laughter, his part in Robert's eulogy was a gift that became a part of us all. Rest in Peace Doc...you were loved and admired and will be remembered not just for your writing and teaching, but for your grace, dignity and generosity of spirit.
Dori Boudreau
September 13, 2010
I was so fortunate to be one of his students in 1973. Dr. George was a character, insprirational facilitator of learning and his enthusiasm permeated his classroom.
September 13, 2010
My Dearest Faithful Friend Richard
I can remember 20 years ago cleaning your garden and planting your flowers at your little Hide away on the Jersey shore in the Highlands, You were there for me always you inspired me in my recovery, and you were a greaJimenezt mentor threwout my adult life. My love for you is evrlasting and I Thank God for our friendship, Gone but will NEVER be fortotten With Love Andrew Jimenez
Laurie Kaufman Miller
September 13, 2010
Doc was special. He will always have a special place in my heart because he mentored my brother and wrote a Shakespearean sonnet that he read at my brother's funeral. Thankfully I have that sonnet to have and to hold and my memories of Doc delivering that sonnet. Rob welcomes you with open arms...take care of Doc on his journey Rob as he took care of you on yours....
Ruth Davis-DiPetrillo
September 13, 2010
You were a literature inspiration. May your soul rest in peace.
Ruth Davis-DiPetrillo
Karen A. Robinson
September 12, 2010
"Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,and remember what peace there may be in silence....." (Desiderada)
Rest in Peace my friend..
Karen A. Robinson
Mark Lampariello
September 11, 2010
We will always love you, Doc...you taught and lived warmth, passion, and humanity.
S. Rebecca Holland
September 10, 2010
Dr. George introduced me to Oscar Wilde, brought me his mum's homemade jam back from a trip to England, and helped me get into a competitive college poetry class taught by a colleague from his BBC days. In the 33 years since I graduated from CHS I have often thought of him and how safe I felt in his classroom. Thanks, Doc.
Meta Berk
September 9, 2010
You were the best teacher I ever had in my life, and an incredible human being. May God Bless Your Soul.
September 9, 2010
Doc, you inspired me to write poetry. I think of you every time I write. As we enter through the doors of love, let us hold it open until our dreams are met. Let us not go falsely through its doors, but let us greet its prelude with a choir in our hearts. This was the first verse I ever wrote while I sat in your classroom during a free period. Doc, you were such an inspiration that always blew the winds of hope and joy upon everyone you came in contact with. Go in peace my friend. Shakespeare has been waiting for you. Mike Cartmell
Tracy Cox Peterson
September 9, 2010
I was one of the very fortunate students at Columbia to have had Doc George for 11th grade Shakespeare back in the 80’s…. He was a true gift and an individual who clearly lived his life to the fullest. He recognized the importance of sharing his passion and learnings with so many of us. His was the class we all looked forward to and engaged in completely.
Congratulations, Doc, on a life well lived. May your family find comfort in knowing you touched so many lives in such a positive way.
William Ringel
September 9, 2010
I will always remember "Doc" George as the only English teacher who made Shakespeare an interesting lesson. God Speed Dr. George.
William P. Ringel
CHS '72
Meil Meharg
September 9, 2010
Thank you Doc, you inspired me when I needed it the most. God Bless you, your family and the thousands of students you influenced in such a positive way.
ROBERT DAKELMAN
September 9, 2010
You shall live in the hearts of those who loved you and will thus never die or be fogotten.
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