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Charlotte M. Zehr
December 14, 1919 ~ August 24, 2016 (age 96) 96 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Nancy Beyer and fam.
on August 25, 2017 8:49 AM
Message from John Steinbrenner
September 2, 2016 1:07 PM
I am so saddened to hear of Miss Zehr's passing. I have known her since I can remember. She was a dear friend of my mother, Dorothy Steinbrenner. They worked together at school and remained close ever since. Miss Zehr was a giant among educators. She was totally committed to helping her students and her colleagues , 'become the best they could be '. She influenced so many, in such positive ways. Her kindness, her sense of humor, her compassion, her work ethic, and her love of learning and for people, will be remembered by all of us who knew her. Well done faithful servant. You are now at peace with your God.
A candle was lit by Marie Dodge
on August 31, 2016 7:19 PM
Message from pfl
August 29, 2016 3:08 PM
My dear family. Sorry about your loss. When the enemy death strikes, the sting of death can be very painful, and can leave us with emotions that are hard to understand. Know that when you pour out your heart to God (Psalms 83:18) in prayer, He will give you that Peace that surpasses all understanding to guard your thinking and your heart. May the family stay together during this difficult times.
Message from Susan and Larry Ulrich
August 29, 2016 11:25 AM
Larry and I were fortunate to grow up with Charlotte as our elementary school principal. My mother, Kay Shaw, was the hairdresser for Charlotte and her sister Kathleen for many years. Later, when Charlotte and Kathleen moved to Brookside, they were neighbors to Larry's parents. Always kind and considerate, they both were examples of how we should live our lives and love our neighbors. We will miss her smile and giggle and of course her presence among us. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Larry and Susan Ulrich
Larry and Susan Ulrich
A candle was lit by Susan and Larry Ulrich
on August 29, 2016 11:16 AM
A candle was lit by Rosanna Moser
on August 27, 2016 10:45 PM
Message from Donna Ransiear Kozick
August 27, 2016 6:36 PM
Miss Zehr was my elementary principal when I was a student and when I began my teaching career. When she began her job as Elementary Principal in 1957, Lowville Academy had just been centralized. It must have been an interesting challenge to bring students and teachers together into one building. The students had been rather isolated and scattered about in the village and across numerous one room schoolhouses. Many of the teachers had to adjust from teaching multiple grades in a one room school to having to focus on only one level. Miss Zehr was known for her ability to move quickly about the new, large building. Sometimes her presence was announced by the rapid click-clacking of her high heels; other times she would just appear in a room without having made a sound!
Message from Sam Gingerich
August 27, 2016 3:30 PM
Ms. Zehr began her career as principal the year I entered LACS as a second grader. While she was a presence in the school every day, it wasn't until I had spent a couple of decades as an educator that I realized what a truly remarkable and influential educator/leader she was. I'm sure I'm one of many students who look back at our foundational years in elementary school with gratitude for the impacts this amazing person had on us, impacts that have shaped our lives. While she may have been short in stature, she truly was a giant among those of us who shared time with her. My thoughts are with her family.
A candle was lit by Constance McNeilly
on August 27, 2016 12:31 PM
Message from Diana Rae Bell Calender
August 27, 2016 11:56 AM
Farewell to my teaching mentor, as well as the first principal to hire me as a colleague.
Fond memories will always remain with me until we meet again. I love you Charlotte.
Fond memories will always remain with me until we meet again. I love you Charlotte.
A candle was lit by Elizabeth Juhasz McCormick
on August 27, 2016 8:50 AM
Message from Peter Shapland
August 26, 2016 10:16 AM
Miss Zehr (never "Charlotte" to us), while perhaps of modest height, was a giant to all of us whom she guided as principal of the Lowville Elementary School, which for me began in 1957. She was an admired well respected colleague of my father and all of the other teachers and administrators at LACS, and she delighted in hearing from and about all of her former students. She will be missed.
Message from Dan Andrews
August 26, 2016 6:47 AM
Miss Zehr became the elementary principal the year I started kindergarten . She was kind and patient.
A candle was lit by Dan Andrews
on August 26, 2016 6:40 AM
A candle was lit by Tom & Sue Brouty
on August 25, 2016 8:56 PM
Message from Dr. and Mrs. Dwight D. Campbell
August 25, 2016 8:35 PM
An honor to have known Charlotte and Kathleen through Lowville Current Topics Women's group. Smart, organized, hardworking, and down to earth world travelers, educators, and special friends.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful Zehr and Lehman family with us.
With much love,
Sandy and Jean
Thank you for sharing your wonderful Zehr and Lehman family with us.
With much love,
Sandy and Jean
A candle was lit by Gil, Gretchen, Madeline, Natalie and Brayden
on August 25, 2016 7:03 PM
Message from Victoria Young Turner
August 25, 2016 11:54 AM
Rest in Peace, Miss Zehr. I remember you well from my days at LACS. Your beautiful smile lit everyone's world.
A candle was lit by Victoria Young Turner
on August 25, 2016 11:53 AM
Message from Carla Roes
August 25, 2016 7:25 AM
When Charlotte was "Miss Zehr" to me, she was the kindest school principal. Memories include trying out a new math book. I was blessed to be chosen as a small group of what she called her Guinea pigs. She taught us herself, I believe. God blessed so many through her for lots of years. She will be missed, but I am thrilled for her now!
A candle was lit by Wally & Terry Pfeiffer and family
on August 24, 2016 11:24 PM
Message from Sarahjean clemens
August 24, 2016 10:42 PM
Wow. What a lady she is. She looks just the way I remember her. Such a sweet caring heart. Hard to beleive such a small person could hold such a huge heart. Prayers to fanily and loved ones.
A candle was lit by Aaron and Millie Mayer
on August 24, 2016 10:19 PM
A candle was lit by Bob & Diane Purvines
on August 24, 2016 9:41 PM
A candle was lit by Nina and Allan Schneeberger and Family
on August 24, 2016 9:33 PM
A candle was lit by Abby Zehr
on August 24, 2016 9:03 PM
Message from Donna Krokowski
August 24, 2016 8:25 PM
Dear Mary and family....I was so sad to read of Charlotte's passing. I know she is in the arms of our Heavenly Father, but has left a hole here on Earth. Charlotte was a wonderful principal in my elementary years. She sure made a wonderful impression on so many of us. My prayers for peace as you endure these next weeks and months without her. Miss Zehr, rest easy and well. Job well done are the words I'm sure you have heard when you passed into your Father's arms.
Message from Kelly Tabolt Balash
August 24, 2016 8:25 PM
I absolutely loved her as a elementary principal. Always had a smile on her face and greeted us each morning. Many years after I graduated she still remembered me. Rest in peace. You will always have a place in my heart.
A candle was lit by Donna Krokowski
on August 24, 2016 8:19 PM
Message from Susan Carroll Hanno
August 24, 2016 7:37 PM
Miss Zehr was a wonderful woman, committed to her family, her students and faith. I am blessed to have had her as a principal and a neighbor.
Message from Arletha Zehr
August 24, 2016 7:37 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with Charlottes family. She was my 8th grade English teacher.
Message from Henry E. Kirch
August 24, 2016 7:36 PM
My mother, Dorothy Kirch, was an elementary teacher and contemporary of Charlotte.
She often spoke of her admiration and respect for Charlotte in both her personal and professional life.
She often spoke of her admiration and respect for Charlotte in both her personal and professional life.
A candle was lit by Barry and Janet Lehman
on August 24, 2016 6:50 PM
A candle was lit by Ben & Pat Zehr
on August 24, 2016 6:25 PM
Message from Mary and Paul Gothe
August 24, 2016 3:46 PM
What a wonderful woman! My life-long friend and counselor. Charlotte was born one day before my mother, and we often celebrated their birthdays together. She was my elementary school principal, and even way back then was a wonderful friend to a scared little girl. I will ALWAYS treasure such wonderful memories of her sense of humor, proper sensibilities, and just plain good sense! Although you are now in God's care dear Charlotte, as long as my heart beats you will be with me hear on earth. Love, Mary
Message from Mary Gothe
August 24, 2016 3:49 PM
I meant "here" on earth! I was crying too hard to see what I had typed. Charlotte would be disappointed with my spelling error!
A candle was lit by Mary and Paul Gothe
on August 24, 2016 3:39 PM
A candle was lit by Gerry and Janet Brouty
on August 24, 2016 3:25 PM
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