Marty
A teacher of mine from high school died last night. He was a great man, and one of the only teachers who taught me about good writing through his own. He was also one of the only teachers at my school who had enough courage to call the administration on its bullshit from time to time.
The last time I saw him was just after graduation, and I had no idea it would be the last time. I knew he was doing badly, but I’ve been kinda disconnected from it out here. I was never his best student, but it’s for people like him that I hope we’re not purely biological beings. #
July 16th, 2003 at 6:21 am
Marty Gartell’s legacy continues in students like you. He taught, guided, prodded, and made you think and grow. He helped to get you ready for the challenges you face now.
It is incredibly sad to lose him. It makes no sense. He would have wished to live forever. Keep his spirit inside you, and you keep his dream alive. May he rest in peace. He will be deeply missed.
July 17th, 2003 at 4:55 am
Hey, just so you know (and for everyone else who reads this page) there is going to be a memorial service for him in the Lake Brantely auditorium on Saturday, August 9th.