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1951
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2011
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Christopher Sackett Obituary
He was born December 27, 1951 in Amherst. South Amherst has been his home for many years.
Chris was employed for over thirty years as a teacher with the Berlin Milan Middle School system where he also served as the girl's basketball coach. He enjoyed reading, yard work and watching sports on TV, especially golf.
Survivors include his brother and his wife Jon J. and Penny Sackett of Lorain.
He was preceded in death by his parents Peter James and Margaret Eleanor Sackett (nee: Bogardey).
Friends may call Monday, October 17, 2011, from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Hempel Funeral Home; 373 Cleveland Ave., Amherst. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery, corner of Middle Ridge and Pyle South Amherst Roads in Amherst. The Rev. Fr. Lawrence Martello, pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amherst, will officiate.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Resource Development; 1275 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309-3506.
Additional information and online register book are available at www.hempelfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Sackett
October 23, 2011
jon
Jon and Famly we are sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Chris. We are also sorry we were unable to be there in person for you.
Wayne and Sue Paller
PS: wayne will always remember "CAT".
Bonnie Fraylick
October 18, 2011
My sincere condolences to the family of Chris Sackett at this most difficult time. May the pain fade as you remember fond memories together.
Abby Schuh
October 18, 2011
So sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Sackett. Always admired him as he was one of my favorite teachers. Rest in peace.
Chelsea (Herriott) Hawley
October 17, 2011
Rest in peace, Coach Sackett.
October 17, 2011
Mr. Sackett was an awesome teacher and basketball coach....I have many wonderful memories of him.....he was always so encouraging and had a way of making you believe in yourself. I hope he knew how much he was loved by his students. He will be truly missed. My condolences to the family. Diana Abner-Greenberg (Bay Village, Ohio)
Trenton Drake
October 17, 2011
Truly one of the best teachers I ever had, if not the best. Might I say the "peanut gallery" will surely miss this great educator. Kind of sorry for all the trouble I caused him.
Kara Eskins
October 17, 2011
Mr. Sackett was a great teacher, i only had the privalige of having him for 1/2 a year cause he retired, but the time i did spend as his student was great i learned so much. He also taught both my brothers and he will be missed very much. mr. sackett will always be in our prayers and our hearts
VICTORIA WICK-LAIRD
October 17, 2011
MR. SACKETT WAS MY BASKETBALL COACH AND AN AWESOME TEACHER!!!! MAY YOU NOW HAVE THE PEACE THAT WE ARE ALL HEADED FOR...MANY PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS...
Cara Heinrich
October 16, 2011
Coach Sackett was a wonderful coach and teacher. I have so many fond memories of him coaching me in eighth grade basketball. No one else ever came close to his talents in coaching. He was the best! My condolences and prayers to his family. Cara (Nemeth) Heinrich (Chesapeake
Cara Heinrich
October 16, 2011
Coach Sackett was a wonderful coach and teacher. I have so many fond memories of him coaching me in eighth grade basketball. No one else ever came close to his talents in coaching. He was the best! My condolences and prayers to his family. Cara (Nemeth) Heinrich (Chesapeake
Kristin (Koleno) DeWitt
October 16, 2011
He was my middle school English teacher and I have and will always remember him as very positive and encouraging toward my classmates and I. My condolences and prayers to his friends and family.
Denice (Mingus) Hinojosa
October 16, 2011
You were a fantastic teacher Mr. Sackett. Thank you for being a positive influence on my life. Rest In Peace.
Gidget Funk
October 16, 2011
Mr. Sackett was my 8th grade basketball coach at Berlin-Milan and was such a great teacher. My condolences to your family, and to the entire Berlin-Milan school district.
Gidget Hensley Funk
Charlie & Neet Gohr
October 16, 2011
One Great Guy to have had the honor to know. He will be missed. GOD bless him and his family.
Brook Wigner
October 16, 2011
He was a great teacher. My prayer go out to the family.
Hempel Funeral Home
October 16, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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