Editor:

There are so many news stories today about teachers who have abused the privilege they have been given to work with young children and youth. Perhaps there is even a declining respect for a profession once so highly esteemed.

However, there are still torchbearers — persons who teach with such dedication and compassion that others observe and envy the pure joy that comes with influencing young minds in a very positive way.

The Seymour community lost one of those torchbearers this last week with the passing of Linda Magouirk, a recent retiree from Seymour Primary School. Linda was loved by many students throughout the years and cherished by her co-workers and friends. She always had a pleasant demeanor, a sense of humor, and the highest standard of professionalism.

I know that I speak for many when I say how much Linda will be missed. Many prayers will be raised for the Magouirk family during this time of loss.

Barbara Hatcher

Former Assistant Principal

Seymour Primary School