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Beverly Elander
January 18, 2011
John was a pillar in the Schenectady School District as well as in the community at large. The loss creates a void which will never be filled.
Courtney Erickson
January 18, 2011
To the Van Schaick family:
I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Van Schaick back in the late 1980s when I went to school with his relative Elliot Floersch at Linton High School.
I was so impressed with all that John accomplished. I too have an interest in politics and intense desire to serve my hometown. I aspire to have the same profound impact on Schenectady that John had.
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Best,
Courtney Erickson
Alexandria, VA
January 14, 2011
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Rosie Pugliese
January 10, 2011
He and Sally were my next-door neighbors and a more devoted, wonderful couple does not exist. I will miss him greatly. He was always ready to share information or tell you things you may not have been aware of.
Rosie Pugliese 1260 Stratford Rd. Sch'dy, NY 12308
January 9, 2011
Sally,
John and you served as inspirational mentors to countless developing educators. I, like many of my colleagues, embraced your guidance and example. Please know that John's legacy lives on in the work of those he influenced during the course of his life. He will not be forgotten.
Gary DiNola
Douglas Boettner
January 8, 2011
He was one of my most favorite people. He was my hign school English teacher at Mont Pleasant High School in the late 1960s. He was a very good mentor to me and I learned a great deal from him. His memory will live with me forever.
Tamra Spink
January 7, 2011
There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love.”
Wishing the family much love.
Richard Pincus
January 7, 2011
My second father!
January 7, 2011
John will be missed by many and I will always remember his great family stories and kindness toward me.
Kitty Nemecek
Krista Feezel
January 7, 2011
Wishing I could be with you all. Uncle Johnny gave me so much support, encouragement and advice after my father died. I'll always love him for that.
Don "Izzy" Feldman
January 7, 2011
A fine man & humanitarian. May his memory be a blessing.
Don Feldman
January 7, 2011
A fine man & humanitarian. May his memory be a blessing.
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