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for Boyd Scarborough
Debbie Schavey (HHS '77)
March 29, 2014
What a passionate, caring educator. Mr. Scarborough set the bar and expected much from his students. We were fortunate to have such a wonderful teacher and his lessons not only in US history, government , but also of hard work, remain with us to this day. Sincerest condolances to the Scarborough family.
Great Book!
Tom Haskett
March 8, 2014
This book sits on a shelf in my office as a reminder of Mr. Scarborough. When you are reading books 40 years later from a teachers inspiration- that says alot about that teacher. Rest In Peace!
Dianne Dziubla
March 7, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. Mr Scarborough was one of the best teachers I had in high school. A tough, but good teacher.
Heather Dangremond Snyder
March 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of this great loss. A man of kindness and a man of wisdom who instilled in me a love of learning. His legacy will live on. Class of 66
Gale Eckert
March 4, 2014
Sending condolences to the family. He was a tough, yet good teacher, whom is remembered 30 plus years after graduation. May God speed the grieving , yet knowing your loved one is in a better place.
Kim Erwin Bruns
February 23, 2014
My thoughts are with you. Mr Scarborough was one of my favorite teachers. He made it fun to learn. Class of 76
Marcelline Fukuda (Szymanski)
February 23, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Scarborough's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Scarborough and Dan.
Kris Hunt
February 23, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Mr. Scarborough was a fantastic teacher. He was tough but I learned so much and enjoyed every minute...almost. Rest in peace. Class of 84.
Pat Hancock-McLeod
February 22, 2014
What a wonderful teacher. He instilled in me a love for History. You just knew he loved his subject and the students. RIP Mr Scarborough. Pat Hancock HHS 1975
Philip Wilson
February 22, 2014
My sincere sympathy and condolences at the death of Mr. Scarborough. He was an outstanding teacher. I last saw him in 1969 when he came to visit me and my new wife after I had been living overseas. He was interested in his students as well as his subject matter – a winning combination.
Allen Hamilton
February 21, 2014
Great teacher. Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Natalie (Mills) Solomon
February 21, 2014
Dan and Mrs.Scarborough, My heartfelt sympathy to you both. Mr.Scarborough will be missed. I never had him for a teacher but after reading all these fine comments it looks like I really missed out.
Cathy Steffus
February 21, 2014
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Scarborough and Dan. Mr. Scarborough was always so kind and had that impish little twinkle in his eye! You knew he expected a lot from you, but he asked for it with a wink and a smile! I always worked my hardest to meet his expectations. As many others have stated here, he sparked my love of history. May God comfort your family with loving memories of a special man.
Diane (Zorich) Bair
February 21, 2014
So very sorry to hear this. My condolences to both Mrs. Scarborough and Dan. He was a favorite teacher of mine. Always enjoyed his classes.
William Spiller
February 21, 2014
Mrs. Scarborough and Dan, Sorry for your loss. I also was lucky enough to have Mr. Scarborough for a teacher. He was a good man, a real gentleman. He made the class interesting. Class of 1990.
CAROL BERTOLO-GAMILL
February 21, 2014
My Condolences to his family, May He Rest In Peace.
Denise Council Oneill
February 21, 2014
Like others, Boyd impacted my life by only increasing my love of learning and research. He was a thoughtful teacher. My thoughts are with you.
Patrick Moody
February 21, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to the Scarborough family for their loss. Mr. Scarborough was the greatest, most inspirational teacher I've had. He instilled in me a lifelong interest in history and political science, as well as a love of learning. History became one my majors in college because of his inspiration, and I became a teacher in large part because of the impression that he made on me. Rest in peace, Great Teacher.
Donna Irwin
February 21, 2014
So sorry to learn of your dad's passing, Dan. He was a well respected teacher and I know that you and your mom will miss him.
Tracie Class of 1990
February 21, 2014
Wonderful U.S. History teacher in Hobert. Mr. Scarborough truly was a wonderful inspiration to many. He will be missed. May you Rest in Peace, Sir.
Jackie Boetcher-Fitzgerald
February 20, 2014
I never had Mr. SCARBOROUGH, but I knew everyone who did loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. SCARBOROUGH and Dan. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
February 20, 2014
What a great teacher! You made learning fun, thank you Mr. Scarborough. RIP, Laurie Cirrincione Ellenberger
Tami Pender Hudson
February 20, 2014
Mr Scarborough was one of the greatest teachers I ever had my love of history comes from his teaching US history and the knowledge that he imparted on me rest in peace Mr Scarborough. You also gave me the directions to be an educator in special education and for that I am eternally grateful.
Susan Demmon Bartlett
February 20, 2014
He was the best damned teacher I ever had and was an inspiration to me when I became a teacher. He instilled a love of history and learning to all who were lucky enough to be in his classes. He will be missed!
Cynthia Lach
February 20, 2014
Boyd was a great teacher, and I loved the time I spent with him as a colleague. He was a class act!
Dennis Badovinac
February 20, 2014
One of my favorite teachers...Question #1 were his first words at every class. He made learning interesting with his personal stories
Katie Grant
February 20, 2014
Class of '86 - Mr. Scarborough was my US History teacher - fond memories of the hot classroom - upstairs, at the end of the hall. Mr. Scarborough chasing wasps with Raid, knowing the danger because his wife was allergic to them. RIP Mr. Scarborough!
Martha Cicillian, Waddell
February 20, 2014
Mrs. Scarborough, I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the opportunity to have Mr. Scarborough for my teacher but I always heard he was a great teacher.
Dan Scarborough
February 20, 2014
Thank you all for the good memories. Dad would be very proud to know he had a impact on so many people. We sincerely appreciate it.
Judy and Vidal Lopez
February 20, 2014
Boyd was a good teacher, friend, and fellow teacher.
Kathy Bailey
February 20, 2014
I took Afro-Asian history at HHS just because Mr Scarborough was such a great teacher! Kathy Bailey '69
Terri McVay-Sajdera
February 20, 2014
I loved the way we had to do 5 essay questions if we missed a test. He was a great teacher and I loved seeing him at his home while riding my bike. He would always stop and talk. Great teacher who will be missed.
Ivan Hiestand
February 20, 2014
Nancy & Dan...I was very saddened to hear of Boyd's passing and please accept my deepest sympathy & heartfelt prayers. Like most of his former students, I too admired his teaching skills & his dedicated approach to learning. I'm grateful that I got to know Boyd as a person and that we shared a common passion for Native American cultures & collecting artifacts. We had some great times together walking the fields and sharing conversation about our military experiences, history, and life in general. I will never forget him .
February 20, 2014
My favorite high school teacher of all time. I still have a love of history due to him. Dan if you see this...for petes sake email me..i still cant watch monty python and not think of you..i miss talking to you. Sherry [email protected]
John Frybort
February 20, 2014
Just to join all the others in remembering with fondness and gratitude a great teacher of U.S. History, Latin American History, and Asian-African History.
Michael McCord
February 20, 2014
Einstein said that, "A teacher affects eternity. One can never tell where his influence stops." And so it was with Boyd M. Scarborough. An outstanding instructor and civil libertarian. Thank you for your life choice and impact.-Michael McCord, M.D., Beaumont, TX (HHS '76)
Claire Crishon
February 20, 2014
Mr Scarborough was my favorite teacher in high school. I will never forget him and his kindness. I have a photo of him standing in the hall with me that I treasure. Please accept my condolences.
bob locke
February 20, 2014
I stopped by one day while Mr Scarborough was working on his yard. I just had to tell him he was was my best teacher. I graduated in 1971 and am still surprised most students these days don't know how to out line a chapter.
thanks for all you did.
Cathy Haluska
February 20, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you and your Mother, Dan. I remember a story you told me about you and your father laughing hysterically at not exactly the right time/place. Makes me smile. I sincerely hope the good memories help you through this time. Love, hugs, and thoughts are with you!
Carrie Savage-Zimmerman
February 20, 2014
Mr. Scarborough -- what a student of history and an inspiration! His passion for what had passed had a tremendous impact on my life & careers. In fact, I owe my current business, a local tour service, in equal parts to my dad's penchant for historical markers and Mr. Scarborough's pop quizzes! RIP, sir. Prayers and meditations of sympathy for Dan and Mrs. Scarborough in the coming days. So sorry for your loss.
Tom Fraze
February 20, 2014
Dan I am sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was a very passionate teacher and a great man.
Peggy Irzyk
February 20, 2014
Mr. Scarborough had a way of bringing out a passion for learning in students who had little interest in history! I have thought of he and his wife often in the 40+ years since our paths first crossed. My heart is heavy.
Sue Brazil-Wolfe
February 20, 2014
Mrs Scarborough and Dan,
I'm so sorry for your loss, Mr. Scarborough was a great teacher and neighbor. He will be missed.
Duke Sakon
February 20, 2014
One of my all time favorite teacher. He will be greatly missed.
Janet Deal
February 20, 2014
Dear Nancy, I have loved reading these very wonderful tributes to your good husband. I know he was a favorite of so many, and I send you my condolences for the loss of your life's companion. May memories be a blessing. Janet Deal
February 20, 2014
Who could forget Mr Scarborough's trademark entrance into the classroom as he called out "Question number one!" on pop quiz days? He was a gifted educator with a keen wit. May the family find comfort in the days ahead realizing how many lives Boyd Scarborough touched with own.
With condolences and gratitude, Kim Berry Rujevcan (HHS '79)
Tom Haskett
February 20, 2014
I had the pleasure of having Mr. Scarborough for Latin American History,then Asian African Studies and U.S Goverment. This man had an intense passion for teaching and made it interesting. His impact is felt by so many after so many many years. Huitzilopochtli- the Aztec God of Sacrifice! Thank You Mr. Scarborough- Rest In Peace Sir!!!
Betsey Schroeder-Kimpan
February 20, 2014
Mrs Scarborough & Dan, I was fortunate to have both Mr & Mrs Scarborough as teachers and Dan, we graduated together. My deepest condolences to you both. I have many fond memories of Mr. Scarborough's class.
Ma Lisa Kasper
February 20, 2014
You were the best history teacher ever. Thank you for all the great memories in high school... my thoughts and prayers to the family
Linda Wineinger Davis
February 20, 2014
Mr. Scarborough was as passionate about teaching as the come, he raised the bar for us -wonderful teacher.
Dennis Schuman
February 20, 2014
A great loss he was one of my favorite teachers and always cordial outside of school . We had some great conversations outside of the classroom
Michelle Block (NagY)
February 20, 2014
Mr. Scarborough was a wonderful teacher and kind person. My condolences to Dan and Mrs. Scarborough. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Terry Hiestand
February 20, 2014
I was happy to have you as a neighbor,teacher, and friend. May you find some great Indian relics in Heaven. Terry
Tom Haskett
February 20, 2014
I graduated in 1978 and had Mr. Scarborough for Latin American History and then Asian African Studies and theb Government. So many years later I still remember how to spell Huitzilopochtli. The Aztec God of Sacrifice. Mr. Scarborough you had such a passion for teaching that has had an impact on so many so many many years later. Rest In Peace Sir!!!
February 20, 2014
Everyone's favorite teacher. He was such a good one too! Wonderful memories. Myra Weeks Schafer
Vicki (Nibbe) Puentes
February 20, 2014
I loved Mr Scarborough. He was my favorite teacher in high school. May he rest in peace.
February 20, 2014
My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time…Psalm 25:16,17
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