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for Ellen Diesenhof
Lynda (Stellingwerf) Abel, '81
May 9, 2022
Mrs. Diesenhof believed in her students more than many of us believed in ourselves at that time in life. I now work in a JrK-12 school setting, and see everyday the impact a caring and tuned-in teacher can have on a student - well into the future. I am sharing this letter that Mrs. Diesenhof wrote me - in 1980! - as an example of that. I treasure it still, and wanted her friends and family to know that she is remembered fondly and gratefully by so many of her former students. Thank you for sharing her with us!
Jack Berger
April 3, 2022
To Marty, Ken and Michael,
Please know the Ellen is forever in our hearts. I hope you are all well and managing adequately during these troubled times.
May God bless you all, and keep you safe, sound and in good health.
Michael Vassil
April 16, 2007
Mrs. Diesenhof was one of my favorite teachers at RHS. She was a great teacher with high standards who also knew how to make her class fun and interesting. She had a gift of knowing your potential, helping you realize what you were capable of, and expecting you to push yourself to help your achieve it. Ken, your mom was a gifted lady with a great sense of humor. She will surely be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Vicki and David Apter/Linkin
April 16, 2007
Marty,
David and I were so sorry to hear of Ellen's passing.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Nanci Shuart Hodges
April 16, 2007
I still remember what Mrs. Diesenhof wrote in my RHS yearbook. She had an ability to encourage your strengths, see through your weaknesses, poke fun at your faults and encourage you to do your best. I enjoyed her class, I enjoyed her. I can't imagine how many lives she must have touched in this way. God Speed.
Sharon & Dennis Javer
April 16, 2007
Dear Uncle Marty, Kenny & Michael,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We remember Aunt Ellen with love and joy. She will always be in our hearts.
Jack & Carol Berger
April 13, 2007
To Marty, Kenny & Michael,
We join in mourning the loss of our dear Ellen, who represented such a vital presence throughout the life that we shared together.
May you be comforted among those who mourn in Zion and Jerusalem
With all our love,
Michael Boyle
April 12, 2007
Dear Diesenhof Family,
I offer my condolences on the passing of Ellen. What a wonderful and talented lady Mrs D. was! She was a significant role model for me; in fact, she inspired me to continue studying, learning, and writing. She was an exceptional teacher and she made a significant positive impact on me and on so many of her students. I am fortunate to have known her and will always remember her fondly.
Michael Boyle
Ramsey High School Class of 1986
Harry Klaristenfeld
April 12, 2007
Marty,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Ellen's untimely passing.
Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
May the Everpresent One console you and your family among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Harry & Etta Klaristenfeld
Sue Weber Gile
April 12, 2007
Ken and Mike,
Your mom was one of my favorite teachers. The funny thing is, is that I was just thinking of her last week. I don't know what brought her to my mind, but I spent a little time remembering her and all she gave to her students. Loved her laugh and smile. Even though I haven't seen her in 15+ years, I will miss her.
Blessings,
Sue Weber Gile (Ramsey)
Sharon Boyle-Connelly
April 12, 2007
Mrs. Diesenhof, as I knew her at RHS, is one of my most cherished teachers. I think of her often - her passion, her sense of humor, her relentless standards and, mostly, her ability to cut right down to it. My thoughts and prayers are with Ellen's family and friends. I am sorry for your loss.
Elizabeth Sunkenberg Neary
April 11, 2007
Dear Mr D., Michael, Cyndi & Ken,
Mrs D. was my favorite HS teacher and second mom. I have great memories of her contagious laugh, her faith and love of the arts. She loved her family very much. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony R.
April 11, 2007
To those of us left behind...
I was privileged to know Mrs. Diesenhof via an english comp class that she taught at RRCC. She showed me that english can be entertaining, a feat not accomplished before. She will be sorely missed, and I'm deeply grateful I was blessed to know her, if only for a short time.
Gene Strum
April 11, 2007
Marty, I was so sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family
Scott Tireman
April 11, 2007
I was privileged to know Ellen. She was a loving mother and wife who adored her family. Ellen was also a brilliant and compassionate teacher who inspired her students to maximize their potential. She had that rare gift that created the confidence in her students to be willing to share their thoughts through the written word. Her students were challenged to improve. Ellen had a special way of connecting with all her "kids". Ellen was never a shrinking violet but rather a dedicated pro who battled for what was right.
I cherish many fond memories as a colleague and friend of Ellen.
Estelle and Paul Needleman
April 11, 2007
Dear Marty, Kenny, Michael, Cyndi, Avi, and Eli,
You know how much we loved Ellen and cherish the time we spent together. Our hearts go out to you in this time of grief.
Judy Berger-Greenbaum
April 11, 2007
My sincerest condolences go out to the entire Diesenhof family. Mama D was so beloved, will be profoundly missed and never will be forgotten.
Thomas Melville
April 11, 2007
Dear Marty, Ken, Mike, and Family,
Ellen was the consummate professional and colleague. Her skills and sensitivities allowed her to work successfully with students of all levels of ability. Her passions were always evident. No one ever doubted that she cared. My thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Tom Melville
Erin
April 10, 2007
For those left here on Earth,
I would just like to express my condolences to you all. Mrs. D was a teacher of mine at school and was by far the most loved and enjoyed of anyone there. She had a zest for life unknown by most and would jump at the chance to help someone in need. Thank you for sharing her with all of us. She will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers
Robert Schmarge
April 10, 2007
Our prayers and sympathy go out to the Diesenhof family. Ellen was the consumate professional whose love of children knew no bounds. I had the pleasure of working with Ellen for many years and those wonderful memories will stay with me. The Ramsey school community was enhanced by her presence and many students owe their success to her efforts.
Bob & Nancy Schmarge
Jesse Dienstag
April 10, 2007
Our hearts go out to the entire Diesenhof family. We can't imagine what you're going through. We will always have fantastic memories and warm feelings when we think of Ellen. We shared a lot of laughs and lot of conversations. May we all touch and improve the lives of others as much as Ellen. We love you and you're in our thoughts.
Jesse, Stephanie, Sam & Joe
April 10, 2007
We are all so saddened by Mrs. Diesenhof's passing. We never had the honor of knowing her, but she raised a wonderful son in Michael and he always speaks of her with love and admiration. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Claudia, Amina, and Carol
Barbara and Chris Hoppin
April 10, 2007
Dear Marty,Ken,Michael,Cyndie,Avi and Eli,
Our hearts are sad but we take comfort from all the memories of Ellen as teacher and friend. She was a bright, funny wonderful woman of strong faith.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we mourn her.
Love,
Barbara and Chris
and the Hoppin Family
Betsy Clague
April 8, 2007
We are so sorry Ken for your devastating loss. Though the loss of your mom hurts more than anything imaginable, the memories of who she was and her special connection and contribution to the world around her are larger than life and loss. --the Clagues
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