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George Sineath Obituary
Funeral services for George, 83, of West Columbia, will be held at 11:00am Saturday, July 16, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Phil Lavender and Rev. David Day. Burial will follow at Woodridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 3-5pm on Friday at Thompson's Funeral Home on Augusta Road in Lexington.
Memorials may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund, 2001 Mohawk Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169.
Born of "Moody" and June Sineath, he was cared for during his
young life by his grandmother, Laura Rushing.
Cmdr. Sineath passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011. He was raised a happy, fun loving child on Folly Beach, SC during the 1930's and 40's where he is survived there by his closest extended family "sister", Sallie Bendt and her husband David.
His years living and visiting on Folly Beach, near the place where the Civil War began, sparked in him an interest in World History spanning centuries of time that led
him to be renowned for his depth of knowledge and insightful understanding of how the United States were formed and their place in the world today.
George was a brilliant man and was a true American hero having served 24 years in the United States Navy. Through his hard work, talent, tenacity and charisma he advanced through the ranks from his enlistment as a young seaman, was nominated for and earned a commission and ultimately retired a much decorated Commander who qualified as a line officer and was to be elevated to "skipper" of his own naval destroyer.
However, his love and devotion to his family ultimately was the deciding factor that led him to retire from naval service and move with his wife, Claudia, and daughter, Diane, back to West Columbia to focus his time and care on their well-being.
This began his second career as a geometry teacher at Brookland-Cayce High School where, over the next 18 years, he became renowned with students and faculty alike as a very competent and challenging school teacher. His expectations for excellence were sometimes intimidating and his flair for the ‘zany' legendary. And, to those students who actually knew the shortest distance between two points, he always bestowed on the "real and true" recipe for Grits as handed down to him by Earl C. Festoon.
A role model and inspiration to all, many of his students continued on with his standards in their lives to become very prominent and influential people in the community in their own right. In every conversation had with George he never forgot the students that enriched his life with so much humor and pride.
With his wife Claudia's priceless support, the resolution of his responsibility, depth of his compassion, clarity of his purpose, gentleness of his patience and breadth of his connection to his community has left this wonderful man standing heads and shoulders above his piers as a man of enduring accomplishment and genuine humility.
Predeceased to George is his precious daughter, Diane, who passed away November 17, 2010.
Surviving in addition to his beloved wife, Claudia Fulmer Sineath, of West Columbia; nephew and niece Micheal and Pamela Fulmer of West Columbia; cousins Ann Baugh and Judi Powell of Lexington; Earnestine Commander of Columbia; dear friends Spencer and Angela Whetstone and Beverly Jackson, all of Columbia; life long friend and Navy shipmate, Ray Ward of Alexandria, VA; all of the innumerable other shipmates in the Naval Forces that he shared his life with all over the world while sacrificing his personal life to protect the American freedoms we all hold so dear; and all his dear neighbors over the years who he was "family" to and became the stand-in grandfather to all their children. "The Killer", "Bear" and Mei Mei have already had the rare pleasure to meet their guardian angel here on Earth.
Special recognition goes to his life long friend, Dot Nichols, of Greenville, SC and her husband, Nick, who just recently passed away in April 2010, along with their daughters Lisa, Susan and Andi, all of Greenville, SC.
His last conscious moment of true enjoyment was listening to his little radio as the USC Gamecock baseball team won their second championship in a row. He had just enough strength to raise a thumb in triumph and then whispered, "That's all I need to know".
George E. Sineath was recognized by all he came into contact with, from complete strangers on the street to having resolutions proclaimed by the South Carolina State Legislature on his behalf, as on of the most connected, endearing, and unassuming souls that Columbia has ever known.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Sineath
Sallie Bendt
July 8, 2025
George, I miss you so much, and there are times that I need your advice! Thank you, God, for putting George in my parents' care!
Your "sister" - Sallie
July 8, 2022
I am so grateful that you will always be in my heart and mind and thankful for our lives on Folly and for being able to share the same parents. We were blessed - especially me for having you as family! I miss you!
Howard Murray
August 9, 2011
My mother taught with Mr. Sineath at B.C. I had him for Geometry as a Freshman in '73-'74 and still remember how he made learning fun. I still use the cute phrases like "What's that up there in the road, A HEAD." And his grits stories were great....how weavels were trained to go pick them. He also taught us about "risk" by letting us roll dice or shoot a ball at the trash can to improve a test grade...odds were ALWAYS that our grade would be LOWERED, so he was making us think. (I'm now 52 and remember all this!) What a great teacher. He will be missed by many.
Marcia Boone
July 25, 2011
I will truly miss you Mr. Sineath. You taught students more than just math. You taught us about life. I know that we will see you again in Heaven.
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melanie muir
July 24, 2011
i am so sorry for your loss.. i wish i could have known Mr. Sineath longer.. thank you for sharing his life with me..you are in my prayers and thoughts
Carolyn Butler
July 21, 2011
Claudia - I was so shocked yesterday afternoon when Russell called me and told me of George's passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I've read many of the entries in the guest book and I know they have been comforting to you at this time to know how much others loved and cared for him also. I pray for God's peace and comfort for you; please know that I love you.
Your cousin, Carolyn S. Butler
July 20, 2011
Claudia,
I am so sorry for the loss of George. I so enjoyed visting with you, George, Diane,Ann and Judy when I came to West Columbia in 2006. George was such a brilliant man and enjoyed chatting about his navy days and politics. May God lift you up in the time of sorrow.
Your Cousin,
Russell Burnette, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Margie Garner
July 20, 2011
Mr. Sineath was truly an extraordinary person. I had the priviledge of having him as my geometry teacher as so many others, and I too have such fond memories of my classroom experience. It was a hard class, but Mr. Sineath brought joy and hope to the classroom. Even though I felt defeated many, many days; I always looked forward to seeing Mr. Sineath--he had such a warm and fun-loving spirit. From reading some of these postings, I've learned that Mr. Sineath liked nick-naming some of his students. One particular day I could not see part of the blackboard and asked him what he was talking about because I couldn't see. He chuckled at the "I can't see" comment and from that moment on he began calling me "Mr. Magoo" -- even though I was a girl. There was no pretentiousness about Mr. Sineath--he was as real as they come. Thanks for being you, Mr. Sineath, and for making the awkwardness of being a teenager in high school and taking a subject, for which you have NOT A CLUE, not only liveable but enjoyable. You were a special and gifted person. (One of your students from the Class of '76)
Navy Operational Support Center Columbia
July 20, 2011
On behalf of the President of the United States, a grateful nation and the United States Navy, thank you for you and your family's loyal and faithful service.
Laura Scudder
July 18, 2011
To one of the greatest teacher's BC has ever known. You taught us all so much more than geometry. I actually learned to love grits!
God Bless the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Wynn Scudder
Class of 79
Drucie Gullion
July 18, 2011
George, you will missed. So many students thought so much of you. Prayers and thoughts for your family.
Drucie (Reeves) Gullion
July 18, 2011
Mr. Sineath you truely were the best teacher I ever had. Even though I didn't do great in your class, even with all the after school help, you taught me in other ways about life. To his family, I am sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Deborah Simbeck
memories
kevin fallaw
July 18, 2011
You were the best Mr. Sineath.We will miss you.
Kathy Maffett-Elkins
July 18, 2011
Sorry to hear of this loss...he was a wonderful man....
Al Stallings
July 18, 2011
To Claudia, so sorry to hear of George's passing. We were on vacation in Florida.As one of his investment advisors, I enjoyed our many in depth conversations. He was quite a guy - a talented and lovable human being.
Al Stallings
Linda Bundrick Brown
July 17, 2011
George, The gray clouds are gathering behind the West Wing - get your school radio ready...just in case! I miss you. Love, "Marge"
Beth Cleland
July 17, 2011
Mr. Sineath, Captain Geometry, George, my mentor and my friend. Your passion for excellence permeated your life and the lives that you touched. Your service to your country, students, family and God were a role model for us all. It was my privilege to have been welcomed into your home after Diane's death and my honor "to witness a work of art that only God can create." (Charles D. Williams) Our world is a better place because you were in it. Thank you.
B-C Class of 1976 and Bearcat Teacher
Greg Smith
July 16, 2011
It is said that a child is like a blank piece of paper. Every time that child comes in contact with someone, they live a mark with that child.
Mr. Sineath left each and every student with memories and life lessons that we will all never forget.
Greg Smith Class of 79
Allen Corbett
July 16, 2011
It was a privilege to claim George, Claudia, and Diane as my dear friends over the past 30+ years. George was a remarkable man. He was a devoted father and husband, a faithful patriot serving in the United States Navy, and a master teacher respected and adored by his many students. Above all, he was my friend. He was bright, compassionate, understanding, and had a marvelous wit. His friendship was a gift from God and I treasure all of my memories of this true Southern gentleman. Rest in peace, dear friend. And Claudia, may God continue to shine his Grace and Mercy upon you as you cope with this difficult loss. We love you.
Al and Eileen Corbett
July 16, 2011
How wonderful to see all these messages from former students of Mr. Sineath. It was like a trip down memory lane and it is obvious that we were all blessed to have such a wonderful teacher. I had totally forgotten about the grits tree. I did remember that Mr. Sineath never made up the tests...Captain Geometry did that. I was able to enjoy Mr. Sineath as my favorite high school teacher and later as one of my favorite customers. He made an impact on everyone he met and will be missed by many.
Cathy Rish Corey, Class of 76
Angie Burgess Mack
July 16, 2011
Mr. Sineath was one of those rare teachers who can take a subject you really dislike and make you enjoy the class anyway. I was terrible at geometry, but I loved Mr. Sineath. Phred's Theorem, Miss Grits, grits bushes, Swansea Tech...who but Capt. Geometry could come up with so many things you remember so many years later! It was a pleasure and a blessing to be one of his students, and I know I'll never forget him. My sincere sympathy goes out to his family.
Dawn McIlwain Merck
July 15, 2011
Thank you for allowing us to be so blessed by your teaching and love. We will always remember Captain Geometry but it was the other lessons of support, encouragement, and inspiration that will forever remain with the McIlwain family. Thank You!
July 15, 2011
What a wonderful Man. God bless you all.
Laura Wynn Scudder Class of 79.
July 15, 2011
Mr Sineath was an incredible man!! I respected him for his character and his skills as a teacher. He made learning fun and meaningful and was loved by all of his students.
Thank you Mrs Sineath for sharing him with us. May God bless you richly.
Courtenay "Clutch" Broome
David Snell
July 15, 2011
During my freshman year at BCHS I had the "experience" of having Mr.Sineath as my Geometry teacher. A few years ago I saw him in Food Lion and had the opportunity say "Thank You" as both his math lessons and life lessons are used daily in my career and personal life. I'm sure my classmates and I will continue to pass on Captain Geometry, Fred's theorem, and share some grits with future generations. MS Sineath thank you for sharing him with us, as we share in this loss with you. God Bless
Lisa Jeffcoat
July 15, 2011
No words seem sufficient to express our gratitude for the lessons Mr. Sineath taught by his life and work. How beautiful to see so many endeavoring to live out those lessons and follow his example. Our hearts are especially with his loved ones as we all remember this amazing man.
Patricia Ramsey
July 15, 2011
Sunset and Evening Star, and one clear call for me, may there be no moaning at the bar, when I put out to sea----Alfred Lord Tennyson. George Sineath enriched the lives of all he met. After reflecting on his life and those whom he touched--I could hear the lines to this poem long ago tucked away in my memories of a few lines to a poem once memorized!
He was a teacher of many who made a difference!
Chip Geiger Class of 82
July 14, 2011
Mr Sineath was more that just a great teacher. He became a friend and mentor to many. His class was one of the very few that i actually looked forward to attending. He will be greatly missed.
Ray Garnett
July 14, 2011
Reading comments from Mr Sineath's students brought back such fond memories. Capt Geometry, "Fred's" Theorum, Grits, Wastebasket hoops for extra credit, etc. At times I am sure we made the "Sweathogs" of TV fame look like the Gifted and Talented. However, it's obvious that his influence on us all went well beyond Geometry and extended to all students regardless of the grade we earned. How often would you see comments like "I failed his class but I loved him anyway"? As Coach Killian said rare is the man loved and respected by all. Mr Sineath was such a man. He was so doggone nice and made it so much fun. I can only hope that he can work at least part time for St Peter in Heaven so that some of us that may need it will have that friend and mentor with a wastebasket and a shot for a couple of extra points. Godspeed and may his family find some comfort here in all of the expressions of love.
Maebelle Bazzel
July 14, 2011
Sallie, my sympathies to you in the loss of your brother. Birth does not make us a brother or sister alone. Sometimes, a moment in time surrounded by love is just as powerful. He looked as if he was very much loved and admired by all. Maebelle Barnett Bazzel
Germaine Carney
July 14, 2011
Lunch time in the teacher's lounge in the South Wing at BCHS was always lively due to George's colorful comments. His memory will always be treasured.
Elyse Harvey
July 14, 2011
I have never loved a teacher more than Mr Sineath. He gave me such a hard time in his class but he did it because he cared about every single one of his students. I am a better person because I knew him. It makes my heart rejoice that he is in heaven where he belongs. Long live Captain Geometry and "Fred's theorem".
Lane Hardister
July 14, 2011
I remember moving into my new neighborhood in the fall of my freshman year at BC – and who did I see one of the first mornings while I getting the newspaper – but Mr. Sineath. As a freshman, I was horrified that I was living across the street from my geometry teacher….but that feeling didn’t last for long. George, my neighbor and friend, Mr. Sineath, my teacher – was an awesome man. I think the things I learned in his geometry class are the foundations that I still use on a daily basis in both my personal and professional life. I never thought that I could be a rocket scientist – but Mr. Sineath never doubted it! God Speed!
Lynette Mondell Paxton
July 14, 2011
Heaven has gained a wonderful angel! I will never forget Captain Geometry! I am among the many who "struggled" in Geometry, but was made a better person because of the teacher he was! I struggled, but not alone! I will never forget a phone call almost six years ago...Mr. Sineath called to congratulate me on the birth of my baby girl. He went on to say how lucky she was to have such good parents. That was such a wonderful feeling! He requested a picture and each year was followed by a Christmas card. I will miss you, Captain Geometry.
Much love,
Lynette Mondell "Borderline" Paxton
Trey Lee
July 14, 2011
i remember asking him one day " when will i ever use this stuff?" Now, sitting in my office drawing houses and taking off obvious and hidden measurements, i keep his knowledge with me everyday. all the college kids work under me, i guess THEY NEVER HAD GEORGE!!!!! Thank you so much my friend
July 14, 2011
We are very sorry for your loss. We’ll keep you and your family in our prayers.
Deepest sympathy
The Staff of Medi Home Private Care
July 14, 2011
Mr. Sineath was a great influence in my life. He truly cared about his students and taught us a lot more than math. He suggested I try Early Childhood Educ.I did! I am starting my 25th year teaching.He was a great person. I will miss him.
Sherry Harvey "Harv" Crain
Stacy (Roper) Johnson
July 14, 2011
Anyone who ever encountered him will likely never forget him. His reputation preceeded him and his memory will never be forgotten. Thank you, Mr. Sineath, for being what we all should strive to become. Sincerely, Stacy (Roper) Johnson
Karen Hostetter Cordell
July 14, 2011
I can still hear him call me "twinkle toes", which was his nickname for me since I was a dancer. Everyone is right in saying he was a great teacher, mentor and friend. He truly cared about his students, not just in the classroom. I will never forget my time with him... he taught me so much about life, myself as well as math. He was definitely one of a kind and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I feel blessed to have known him. Until we meet again Sir!
Sarah Fulmer
July 14, 2011
Mike, Thank you for all you have done and are doing for Aunt Claudia. I know
Uncle George was proud of you. I wish the great and great great nieces and nephews could have got to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Renea Gray Williams
July 14, 2011
Thank you Mr. Sineath for all the lessons you taught. But most of all thank you for showing us all what it means to be a real Patriot! May you rest in Peace!
July 14, 2011
Mr. Sineath was a wonderful teacher - I didn't learn alot about Geometry (my fault) but he taught me other lessons that have stuck with me....character - love for God, country and famly - be the best at whatever you're going to be. More than listening to him, I watched him and saw the good kind man that he was. My prayers are with you with you, Mrs. Sineath. We'll see him again.
Rebecca and Tim Sharpe
July 14, 2011
I will miss Mr. Sineath. When I was a student at BCHS (Class of 1990) he was always lots of fun. When I grew up and started working in my husbands business Mr. Sineath was a fantastic customer. He welcomed our employees into his life like we were family. He even asked us to drop by with the kids some time so he could meet the ones he was hearing so much about. When we did drop by he and his family were so sweet. He took our children's picture with his daughter Diane and even sent us a copy with our Christmas card that year. You will always be in our hearts!
July 14, 2011
As a former colleague of George's, I think "a sincerely good man; a master teacher" pretty well sums up what students and teachers alike felt about him. That man is rare who is respected by all. George was that man. Ben Killian
Todd Tyler
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath not only taught us geometry, he taught us life lessons. Many of which I find myself teaching my children 25 years later. T-squared will miss you.
Fletcher Spigner
July 13, 2011
A beautiful tribute. Thank you, Mike Fulmer, for being such an enormous blessing to Claudia and all her family.
Susan Barfield
July 13, 2011
How I will miss you dearly Captain Geometry and Commander Sineath. Never has a student failed a class so misserably and loved a teacher so much. Fair winds and following seas Comander.
July 13, 2011
I have thought about Mr. Sineath often through the years. He was a great teacher, although I was horrible at geometry. He was a true mentor and a very fine person. Of course he wanted us to learn math, but he was also dedicated to helping us become good people. I didn't realize what a special person he was until later in my life. I also wish I would have let him know that he made a difference!
Laurie Hall Dodson Class of '79
Page Moore-Reid
July 13, 2011
If I could visit him in heaven...
What an interesting conversation he is having with God. I'm sure my loved ones are sitting with him and just listening and laughing and loving every minute of it. He will NEVER be forgotten.
Cara Crews Robinson
July 13, 2011
I treasure the lessons from Mr. Sineath, who taught so much more than math, and consider myself fortunate to have heard his wonderful stories.
Norma Simoneau Bourne
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath's lessons far surpassed the limits of geometry, as geometry is a finite math. His wisdom, which he shared generously, was infinite and continues to propogate exponentially by way of all who were lucky enough to be his students.
Suzy Aaron Riccon
July 13, 2011
I can never think back on my BCHS days without enjoying many fond memories of Mr. Sineath. He was an excellent teacher, and more importantly, a great man. He had higher expectations of me than any other teacher I've had, and while that was intimidating sometimes, there was never any doubt in my mind that he cared about his students and wanted us to learn both geometry and an appreciation for the rewards of hard work.
Fair winds and following seas...
Angela Still
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath was the only teacher who ever called me at home to inform me that I had earned a 96 on my geometry test. What impressed me more than my success was his happiness at my success. When my father had his first heart attack, Mr. Sineath visited my family in the hospital waiting room. He came many, many times during that week to sit with and comfort us. (He also made fun of my denim overalls I wore to the hospital)haha. I spoke with him about a year ago, and he requested I send him pictures of my children, which I did. Afterward, I received a very nice letter, which I have, unfortunately misplaced, but I know that I will come across it and will always cherish it. How many people actually care enough to request pictures of former students' children? Remember how he used to hang our baby pictures on the wall above the bulletin board in his classroom? He loved us students! Now THAT is a true teacher! He was truly a first class Godly man and will be missed.
Kimberly Sanchez
July 13, 2011
I didn't know Mr. Sineath but I was at that game in Omaha when the Gamecocks won. I'm remembering the moment when we won and now am remembering where I stood in the stands cheering them on and am thinking of Mr. Sineath and how grateful I am to know there are those like him who serve and love and obviously play with great passion. My prayers are with your family. God Bless.
Charles Johnson '79
July 13, 2011
This is a sad but joyful day for any student that had the pleasure of sharing class time with Mr. Sineath. His enthusiasm for life was inspiring. I looked forward everyday to walking into this wonderful teacher's class. I drove a school bus that year, so occasionally came in to his class late. He made such a joke out of me taking time out of my busy schedule to join his class. He was hilarious!! I could never look at a bag of grits without thinking of him...grits bush! RIP Commander Sineath, job very well done!!
July 13, 2011
I graduated from BC in 1981 so I had the pleasure of knowing Mr Sineath a long
Gay Morris Watts
July 13, 2011
I graduated from BC in 1981 so I had the pleasure of knowing Mr Sineath a long
Andi (Smith) Bolling
July 13, 2011
Mr Sineath was a true scholar and educator. He helped foster my love for math - even though I was a "back row bum". His legacy will live on with all of us he touched.
Beth Jones Martin
July 13, 2011
I cannot think of another teacher I have had that demonstrated as much enthusiasm and joy of teaching than Mr. Sineath. He challenged and expected each student to give 100 percent. I wish I would have told him how much I respected and loved him! My thoughts and prayers are with his family. "The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own." Mr. Sineath did just that!
Gregg Moore
July 13, 2011
Commander Sineath and Captain Geometry were two of the best teachers I ever had. I learned both geometry and life lessons well. I think of him often.
Glynnis Smith
July 13, 2011
Oh Captain Geometry your scholarship students from Swansea Tech will certainly never forget you. I also had the pleasure of him dropping by my office on occasion in last few years. He was a wonderful man and always put a smile on my face whenever we talked. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful wife, whom he adored. BC Class of 89.
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath truly inspired me, not only as a brilliant teacher, but as a first class gentleman and role model. He taught us, his students, so much about life and he is certainly a legend. I am blessed to have known him and know he is in Heaven making all the angels laugh!
Linda Hilyer Wagster
Brookland Cayce High School
Class of 1982
Belinda Holt
July 13, 2011
Thank you for sharing your great knowledge and wit with us. You started me on the path to become an engineer. Fair winds and following seas.
Jason Mack
July 13, 2011
May Captain G live on forever! A nice man that taught with a flare only a few have ever come close to. A genuine person that cared and made learning fun. One of the few teachers I remember well and always will. I hope to see you in the next life where we can pick up the learning where we left off.
Faye Smith Parks
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath was by far my favorite teacher. He had such a good heart. Even though I failed his geometry class, he never made me feel like a "failure". He was always supportive and a lot of fun to be around. My prayers goes out to his family (immediate and extended).
Belinda Holt Fischer
July 13, 2011
Thank you for sharing your great knowledge, wit, and enthusiasm with us at BCHS. Mr. Sineath is truly a legend and will be missed by all. Fair winds and following seas.
Billy Pittman
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath challenged me when I pretty much bombed the first semester in his geometry class back in the mid 80's at BC. He told my mom, purposely loud enough for me to hear, that I shouldn't even be in his class. My mom said I'll move you to another class, but I said no...my competitive streak wouldn't allow that and I wanted to show him that I could do it. He offered to tutor me after school and I took him up on it. I made A's and B's from that point on and he said, "I'm proud of you. I knew you could do it - you're better than you think you are and just needed to be pushed a little!" He continually went above and beyond for me - he even came to the hospital to visit my triplets when they were born and he always maintained his interest in them. He asked me about them and my wife, Suzanne, just a couple months ago at CVS Pharmacy where I saw him for the last time. I was always greeted with a hug whenever I ran into him around town. He was my favorite teacher because he taught life lessons, not just geometry. I thank God that I knew him and I'm honored to have had him as a mentor. Farewell Captain G - thanks for your service to our country and to your students. You're the best.
Denise Sox
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath was a wonderful person. He was a brilliant teacher who loved to see young minds soak it all up. He not only wanted you to succeed but also wanted you to live a wonderful life. I have seen teachers just go thru the motions and not really care about what happens to their students. Mr. Sineath cared and he let you know that by not just treating teaching as a job that he went to everyday. He shared life experiences and he enjoyed teaching. I thank his family for sharing him with all of his students.
Elise Helms
July 13, 2011
When I think back to my time at BC,Mr. Sineath always comes to mind. He made learning fun, in a subject that some would not consider fun! Thank you Mr. Sineath for all the lessons you taught us at BC - some about Geometry, but most were about life! I hope that I can someday be the kind of teacher that makes an impact on the lives of my students the way you did each and every day!
Kathy Mason
July 13, 2011
Wonderful man ! Heaven is lucky to have him. He will be missed greatly. My prayers are with his family. BC class of 85
Marcia Waites Roof
July 13, 2011
I think of Mr. Sineath often and remember the many words of wisdom he expressed during his years of my math teacher, 1980-1981. What a great inspiration he was and I feel blessed to have known him.
James Bagwell
July 13, 2011
He was truly an engaging man who demanded excellence from his students at Brookland Cayce. At times he was tough, but as I reflect back on my high school years, it was his toughness that helped me the most be prepared for life beyond the classroom. Good Speed Skipper.
Signed,
James Bagwell (honored to have been a CSM at least once. :) )
Barb Nickel
July 13, 2011
It was a priviledge to teach with George at BCHS for many years. His expectations of excellence in his students set him apart. My children are all the better because they were able to have George as a teacher.
July 13, 2011
He and Diane are dancing for God! God Bless...Jo Ann and Arnold Heiting
July 13, 2011
Our condolences are extended to Mr. Sineath's entire family at his passing. Although I still have no idea how to arrive at the surface area of a hexagon, I did enjoy his class, patriotism (he always reminded us it was Veterans Day) and daily life lessons.
Prayers and Godspeed,
Teresa Thackston Hogan
Lee McRoberts
July 13, 2011
He used to tell us that his biggest challenge in teaching was not teaching us math, but teaching us how to learn. Thank you Capt. Geometry for the life lessons...we are all better because of your time with us here...Mr. Sineath will be forever be missed and loved by those left to mourn him.
Tony Fetner
July 13, 2011
My heart broke when I heard about CMDR SIneaths passing. He has now been relieved of his last watch. I had CMDR Sineath as my Naval Sience Instructor my first year in BC's NJROTC, I then had him as a Geometry teacher...I requested him as my teacher. One of the best decisions I have made. He is one of the reasons I made the US Navy a career. Rest well shipmate...you will never be forgotten
Renee Shealy Coleman
July 13, 2011
Mr Sineath was such a wonderful teacher who truly loved his job! He made Math fun and we all looked forward to going to his class! He was a true role model and one I will remember for a lifetime! Thank you Mr Sineath ... now it's time for you to sail....We will miss you!
kathy smith
July 13, 2011
A wonderful man. His outlook on life and influence will remaine with me always.
Don Martin
July 13, 2011
Great teacher. He taught me at BCHS in 1974/1975.
Laurie Baggott
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath was an inspiration to us all. He was so much more than a teacher. He spoke with such eloquence and shared wisdom way beyond our measure as teenagers. His undescribable manner of teaching Geometry extended in life lessons I know I have kept with me through the years. When asked who was your most memorable teacher, without a doubt Mr. Sineath was "the one". His time on Earth was well served! His legacy will not be forgotten and will be carried on in the community he loved.
Judy Kayton Lucas
July 13, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Sineath's passing. I too can contest that he was a challenging yet great teacher as I too had him during my time at B-C. The family is in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
BEVERLY OZBURN
July 13, 2011
CLAUDIA, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE MUST HAVE BEEN A TRULY WONDERFUL MAN. YOUR WATER EXERCISE BUDDY, BEV OZBURN
Patsy Meek Boggs
July 13, 2011
The world has lost a great man, husband, father and teacher. He made geometry FUN if you can imagine that. He always laughed at the way I stood when I sharpened my pencil (then he put a picture of my feet on his wall)!! I will always have fond memories of him and of Diane, I'm glad he is with her now. Claudia, may God wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this time.
Kevin Parker
July 13, 2011
Thanks for helping me appreciate Geometry, Grits, December 7, military service, and wastebasket hoops. Steady as she goes, Mr Sineath!
Mike Johnson
July 13, 2011
The greatest teacher I ever had. I will never forget him.
Jean Burke-McIntyre
July 13, 2011
Mr. Sineath was my teacher back in 1975/1976 at BCHS. He was a GREAT teacher! I've thought often of him over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ben Kinlaw
July 13, 2011
We were saddened to learn of your loss and extend our condolences to the family.
We are grateful for CMDR Sineath's service to our country and the personal sacrifices he made.
Our prayer is that God will comfort you in our time of sorrow, and you remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Theresa Lovejoy
July 12, 2011
My memories of George when I was a young child remain with me even today. He was very close friends with my grandparents, so we spent a bit of time with him and his special family in California. He was a beautiful, kind and selfless giving man, one I was honored to have known. May he rest in peace with his Savior, and his beloved daughter Diane.
Sallie Bendt
July 12, 2011
May you always feel the Folly sand and wind and the Atlantic Ocean, fishing there forever, enjoying ambrosia, and keeping all that you catch! I love you and thanks for being a big part of my life and the lives of "our" parents who adored you and who appreciated the needed help in keeping me grounded in what would now be considered a treacherous environment to raise a child - a restaurant/bar on a resort island. I love you! Sallie
The Staff of Thompson Funeral Home
July 12, 2011
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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