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Fannie Rogal posted a condolence
Mr. Smith, thank you for being the wonderful teacher you were to me at WAHS. You touched more lives than you ever knew before, but do now.
Sincerely,
Fannie von Hake Rogal
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Susan Dickinson posted a condolence
I never would have learned the French language so well without him. Not only was he an expert, himself, but he had a straightforward way of teaching French grammar which made perfect sense to me. In addition, his enthusiasm and willingness to help his students were unparalleled. He is certainly missed.
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Zach Wyckoff posted a condolence
I enjoyed many years of hunting with "Smitty", as well as seeing him in school. I also enjoyed servicing Jim's lawn equipment and the occasional trip to get coal. Occasionally we got together for dinner. I will miss Smitty, as I truly enjoyed our friendship.
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Julie Hazelton-Dickerman posted a condolence
Jason and Andrea--
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, Jason. Believe me when I say that I know how hard this is, and is going to be, for you. I lost my father, very suddenly and unexpectedly, on December 31, 2005. He was 59. Nothing I can say will make this any better. All I can say is that time will help you heal. Treasure your fondest memories of your Dad and be comforted by knowing that he is watching you from above and is so proud of you. Thinking of you and your family, during this most difficult time. --Julie
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SusanTimm posted a condolence
Dear Mrs. Smith and Family,
My deepest condolences at the loss of your precious husband & father. I am so sorry for your loss. I would personally like you to know that I had the privilege & pleasure of meeting Mr.Smith when I was a Freshman at WAHS taking French {30 some years ago}. I thoroughly enjoyed being under his brilliant teaching for 4 years! He had a unique way of handling the classroom setting.....we knew when it was time to laugh and when it was time to get serious!! I really appreciated his ways*
Mr. Smith went beyond the call of duty
for me as one of his students. I want to share you with you a Noble Man who impacted the course of my life. It was a few days, or maybe weeks, before I was Graduating. I was walking down the hallway past the French Room & your loved one walked into the hallway. He asked me what my plans were after Graduation. For a moment I didn't know what to say. My answer was that I was going to continue waitressing at Woodloch Pines. Mr. Smith had a wonderful suggestion that I consider college and not only that he would help me get the ball rolling. He shared about his years at East Stroudsburg State College and he talked about a Pell Grant and Work Study. He went further by saying he would take care of making these things happen for me. And, that he did!! My parents found out I was going to college when I showed them my acceptance papers!!! I thank & Praise God for placing James Russell Smith in my life. He had a heart of gold! I have wanted to tell Mr. Smith these same words in person. I truly regret not having done so. I am so honored to be able to share them with you.....his Beloved Family. May God's Peace & Comfort carry you through each day.
With my deepest sympathy,
Susan Mougnos Timm
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Deb (Gumble) Gelatt posted a condolence
It doesn't seem possible. I just saw Jim at our store. He was always in picking something up-always with a smile on his face. Even though I didn't do that well in his French class I always remembered enough to address Jim in French. I always had respect and admiration for Jim and am sorry he has passed. I will miss him and his smile.
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Jason Smith posted a condolence
My father truly loved and lived for his family, friends, co-workers, and students. Thank you to everyone who attended services and shared thoughts, stories, and sentiments. Jim Smith, Pierre, Pepe, Smitty, etc. could not have asked for a greater group of people to have in his life.
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Renee Robbins Lando posted a condolence
Mrs. Smith & Jason, I am so very saddened to learn of Mr. Smith's passing. He was such a kind man and a very patient water skiing instructor you may recall. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that you may be comforted by fond memories and the love of family and friends.
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todd & brenda labar posted a condolence
we were sorry to hear of jimmys death. i will always remember our deer hunting with dad and uncle mitch he was always the lucky one. i will always cherish those memories. may you find peace.
todd
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Andrea and Eric Nakielny posted a condolence
Your father was a wonderful man. His smile always filled the room with happines. Unfortunately, we were unable to attend the service for your father. We just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers durning this diffficult time. Keep all of your wonderful memories close to your heart.
Sincerely,
Andrea and Eric Nakielny
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Carol Dunn posted a condolence
Jim Smith was my fellow teacher for decades at WAHS. He was a kind and caring man, a true gentleman. To Jason and Joy: I am so aorry for your loss and send sympathy to the entire family.
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Faye (Coutts) Graff posted a condolence
The year I was in French II was Mr. Smith's first year at Wallenpaupack. Right from the beginning he caught our attention by making French not only interesting but fun. I later went on to become a high school French teacher. Jim was a kind,likeable man. Je fais mes condoleances a la famille.
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Philip & Rosita Liu posted a condolence
Our thoughts and prayers for Jim and his family, our very good neighbor. we will miss him and his terrier, Mac.
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The Pratt Family posted a condolence
It was such a pleasure to know you Jim and live next to you for the past 4 years. We will forever miss seeing you walk by with Mr. Mac and waving and our little chats in passing. Thank you for being such a wonderful neighbor! God Bless!
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Janet Nolan posted a condolence
Jason and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
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Kelly Monahan Koch posted a condolence
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss passing Jim on his morning walk. Much love to you all. You are in our thoughts!!
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Mandy (Penwarden) Vactor posted a condolence
To Mr. Smith's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I also had the pleasure of 4 years of French class with Mr. Smith. One of my all time favorite teachers ans classes. I am so sorry for his passing.
Merci Monsieur Smith, Je ne t'oublierai jamais.
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Paul Cooper posted a condolence
Your battle is over, and your rest well earned. Watch over us and continue to keep us in line with the boss up stairs.
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Ruth Addvensky Via posted a condolence
Mrs. Smith and Jason,
Praying peace and comfort during this difficult time. Mr. Smith was such a nice man and was loved and respected by all of his students. May you be comforted by your wonderful memories of him.
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Doreen Strasser Barr posted a condolence
Mr. Smith was one of my favorite teachers at Wallenpaupack. I fondly remember our French classes. From the first day NO ENGLISH was allowed once you walked in the door. I learned so much from Mr. Smith and he made it fun and interesting. Thanks so much!!
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Russ Burnett posted a condolence
Joy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow and loss; Jim was a great teacher and an even better man.
I recall our times together and fellowship at the former Hawley Lodge 309 F & AM when he became a member back in the early 80s and was honored to have played a part in it.
May you find comfort and solace in the knowledge that he is now safe in God's protective arms.
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Lori (Finney) Dye posted a condolence
Le reste dans la pêche M. Smith. Merci d'être un si grand enseignant. Mes pensées sont avec Jason et votre famille. Vous serez vraiment manqués.
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Susan Yerke (Unger) posted a condolence
Au Revoir Monsieur Smith. Will miss waving to you on your walks.
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Claire Fitzmorris Muller posted a condolence
M. Smith was my favorite teacher and I think of him so often as I struggle to continue with my french. I was priviledged to go on the first french trip he took, which he told me years later was his favorite... I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I learned so much from this man who introduced me to Le Petit Prince... To Joy and his family, as the french would say, 'Prend Courage'...and we have you in our prayers.
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Ed & Kim Molesky posted a condolence
Jason, Andrea and family: We were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Its never easy losing someone special so always cherish the memories that you shared with him. Love, Ed, Kim & family
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Elaine Barnes posted a condolence
Mr. Smnith was my homeroon teacher and French teacher. Although I didn't do well in French I really liked Mr. Smith. I was really saddened to hear of his passing.
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Rich Simpson posted a condolence
I took French for four years which meant I was privileged to have Jim Smith as a teacher more than anyone else at WAHS. I went to Paris and London with him and a bunch of upperclassmen as a freshman, an experience I have never forgotten. He invited his (and my) Methodist pastor, Edgar Singer, in to a class my senior year on Existentialism: it was a chance to see that faith and reason could go together and that is a gift which has had long-term ripples in my life. He was a really good guy, and I was sad to read of his passing, and sadder still that I cannot be there to pay my respects.
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