Contributions to the tribute of George William Slinger

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To the Slinger Family, Very sorry to hear of your husband, father and grandfather's passing. I went to school with Kathy and Bob ( Bob and I were in the same grade) and I remember Mr Slinger well. I remember a smiling man who would listen. I know his passing will leave a hole in your lives and hearts. I pray for your comfort and peace as you navigate this new life without this precious man! Kim Dinsey-Read

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Jim Knapp posted a condolence

My sincerest condolences.

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Jim Knapp posted a condolence

My sincerest condolences.

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Gail Graff posted a condolence

My deepest sympathy to George's entire family. He was the very best principal and loved by both students and staff. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a kind and caring man. I am so deeply saddened.

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Rom Moss posted a condolence

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Slinger a great personable man who was our principal at SFDCI during our high school years.

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Bill Cox posted a condolence

I had nothing but the greatest respect for George and regarded him as a credit to our profession. Bill

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Hazel Cameron posted a condolence

My sincere sympathy to all the Slinger family. I knew George from Lanark Board of Education 1990-1998. He was always a sincere kind gentleman. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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Bob McCulla posted a condolence

Thank you George for being the mentor and leader that you were. Generations of teachers and students were fortunate to have your leadership. Condolences to Flo and the family. I know you will miss him greatly.

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Craig Steenburgh posted a condolence

My condolences to Mr Slinger's family. I am grateful for the positive influence he had on me during my high school years.

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Cathie Mccabe posted a condolence

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Slingers passing. He was a gracious man a good principle and rolled with me when I was head girl in 1977. He dealt with differences of opinion in a warm and caring way and he did see the humour in what us head strong teenagers were up to. Lots of stories there. Cheers to a man that got through a career and life with the respect of others intact. A warm smile and a caring person and he put up with me!

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Cathie Mccabe posted a condolence

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Slingers passing. He was a gracious man a good principle and rolled with me when I was head girl in 1977. He dealt with differences of opinion in a warm and caring way and he did see the humour in what us head strong teenagers were up to. Lots of stories there. Cheers to a man that got through a career and life with the respect of others intact. A warm smile and a caring person and he put up with me!

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Lynda and Ray Godwin posted a condolence

So sorry to hear of Uncle George's death. Same age as Mom when she died. Thinking of you Flo and family. Lots of love coming your way. Lynda and Ray

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Gail Brennan posted a condolence

From Gail and family,Rebecca and Dan Dear Flo and family, It is with fond memories of being neighbors that we remember you.... Sincere regards at this difficult time of loss. Blessings of comfort.

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Marilyn Lucas posted a condolence

Flo & Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Marilyn (Your former Doctor's office).

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Ruth Peebles Brown posted a condolence

At this difficult time,youare thought about with sympathy,understanding and friendship DEEPEST SYMPATHY Dear Flo and Family

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John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan posted a condolence

Dear Mrs. Slinger, Kathy, Bob, Nancy, and the entire Slinger family: I was greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Slinger's passing. For so many of us who were his students at SFDCI, he was not only our dedicated teacher and principal, but we also knew him as a kind, thoughtful, and thoroughly decent man. He made a positive difference in our lives. And my family and I also knew him as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. What an incredible legacy, for his family and his community. On behalf of the Hanrahan family - my parents, Patrick and Huguette, my brothers, Patrick, Michael and Matthew, and me - please accept our heartfelt condolences. John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan

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John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan posted a condolence

Dear Mrs. Slinger, Kathy, Bob, Nancy, and the entire Slinger family: I was greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Slinger's passing. For so many of us who were his students at SFDCI, he was not only our dedicated teacher and principal, but we also knew him as a kind, thoughtful, and thoroughly decent man. He made a positive difference in our lives. And my family and I also knew him as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. What an incredible legacy, for his family and his community. On behalf of the Hanrahan family - my parents, Patrick and Huguette, my brothers, Patrick, Michael and Matthew, and me - please accept our heartfelt condolences. John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan

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john a parnell posted a condolence

My condolences to the Slinger family...George was a wonderful gentleman to work with at SFDCI and I really appreciated his support in my teaching and my travels.Although I haven't seen anything of George nor his family for many years,I remember them all very well and share in their loss Thank you George

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Helen Hannah posted a condolence

I worked with George at The Lanark County Board of Education when he was Superintendent of Schools and Acting Director. He had an awesome smile and he had a great sense of humour. I had lots of fun working with him and always had time for everyone. My deepest sympathy to his family.

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Rod Croskery posted a condolence

Bet and I were saddened to hear of George Slinger's passing. His leadership helped make Smiths Falls a great community in which to begin a teaching career, a town where there was no apparent barrier of silence between the generations, where effort and success earned rewards.

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Ian Slack posted a condolence

Condolences to the Slinger family. George was a wonderful educator but above all was a caring man who had time for everyone. I was one of George's first "problems" at SFDCI. I couldn't seem to buy into the "program" and other than sports had little interest in anything else at school. George was always supportive and encouraging. I enjoyed student council and in 1969 came up with a goofy idea for a Winter Carnival that we would kick off with a Gordon Lightfoot concert. When I approached George about the $2500 dollar contract George simply inquired can you do it? I said we would not make a lot of money but pledged we would not lose any. He said go for it. And we did and made about $500.00. He was also instrumental in getting me into Community College and a nearly 40 year career in radio and television. George made a difference. He was one of a kind.

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pat cauley posted a condolence

Bob and family sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was not only a great man but also helped put Smiths Falls on the map as a place to raise your family and have them attend high school. In the community and within the school board system everyone had only great things to say about him. Hope you and your family can get through this time. all my best Pat

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Susan and Steve Needham posted a condolence

We are very sorry to know Mr. Slinger passed away. Our condolences to the family.

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Susan and Steve Needham posted a condolence

Thursday, April 14, 2016

We are very sorry to know Mr. Slinger passed away. Our condolences to the family.

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pat cauley posted a condolence

Friday, April 8, 2016

Bob and family sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was not only a great man but also helped put Smiths Falls on the map as a place to raise your family and have them attend high school. In the community and within the school board system everyone had only great things to say about him. Hope you and your family can get through this time. all my best Pat

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Ian Slack posted a condolence

Friday, April 8, 2016

Condolences to the Slinger family. George was a wonderful educator but above all was a caring man who had time for everyone. I was one of George's first "problems" at SFDCI. I couldn't seem to buy into the "program" and other than sports had little interest in anything else at school. George was always supportive and encouraging. I enjoyed student council and in 1969 came up with a goofy idea for a Winter Carnival that we would kick off with a Gordon Lightfoot concert. When I approached George about the $2500 dollar contract George simply inquired can you do it? I said we would not make a lot of money but pledged we would not lose any. He said go for it. And we did and made about $500.00. He was also instrumental in getting me into Community College and a nearly 40 year career in radio and television. George made a difference. He was one of a kind.

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Rod Croskery posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Bet and I were saddened to hear of George Slinger's passing. His leadership helped make Smiths Falls a great community in which to begin a teaching career, a town where there was no apparent barrier of silence between the generations, where effort and success earned rewards.

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john a parnell posted a condolence

Monday, April 4, 2016

My condolences to the Slinger family...George was a wonderful gentleman to work with at SFDCI and I really appreciated his support in my teaching and my travels.Although I haven't seen anything of George nor his family for many years,I remember them all very well and share in their loss Thank you George

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John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan posted a condolence

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Dear Mrs. Slinger, Kathy, Bob, Nancy, and the entire Slinger family: I was greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Slinger's passing. For so many of us who were his students at SFDCI, he was not only our dedicated teacher and principal, but we also knew him as a kind, thoughtful, and thoroughly decent man. He made a positive difference in our lives. And my family and I also knew him as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. What an incredible legacy, for his family and his community. On behalf of the Hanrahan family - my parents, Patrick and Huguette, my brothers, Patrick, Michael and Matthew, and me - please accept our heartfelt condolences. John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan

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John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan posted a condolence

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Dear Mrs. Slinger, Kathy, Bob, Nancy, and the entire Slinger family: I was greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Slinger's passing. For so many of us who were his students at SFDCI, he was not only our dedicated teacher and principal, but we also knew him as a kind, thoughtful, and thoroughly decent man. He made a positive difference in our lives. And my family and I also knew him as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. What an incredible legacy, for his family and his community. On behalf of the Hanrahan family - my parents, Patrick and Huguette, my brothers, Patrick, Michael and Matthew, and me - please accept our heartfelt condolences. John J. (J.J.) Hanrahan

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Marilyn Lucas posted a condolence

Thursday, March 31, 2016

Flo & Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Marilyn (Your former Doctor's office).

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Gail Brennan posted a condolence

Thursday, March 31, 2016

From Gail and family,Rebecca and Dan Dear Flo and family, It is with fond memories of being neighbors that we remember you.... Sincere regards at this difficult time of loss. Blessings of comfort.

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Tony Gundy lit a candle

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Best Football Fan <p> First of all may I say that George was the best principal of any staff that I taught with during my career. He was fair, encouraging, but you knew who was in charge. My story, George was the Redmen Football team"s biggest fan. When we played away games, especially when Bobby was playing, Rocky, Art and I had a beer bet for who was the first one to spot George at the game. He never stepped out in the open, but rather you would find him enjoying the game from behind a hedge or large tree. His support of the team meant alot to the coaches and encouraged us to watch him one more time hold up a trophy in front of the student body and shout, "Lanark County". I offer my sincere condolences to the family in your time of need. May the good Lord be mindful of your needs and offer you peace. Tony Gundy</p>

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Lynda and Ray Godwin posted a condolence

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

So sorry to hear of Uncle George's death. Same age as Mom when she died. Thinking of you Flo and family. Lots of love coming your way. Lynda and Ray

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Laurie Hambleton-Storer lit a candle

Monday, March 28, 2016

Great Principal <p> RIP.</p>

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Janet and Heather posted a condolence

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Janet and Heather made a donation to Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (C.H.E.O.) We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear George. Although we are away and unable to attend our hearts will be with you. Love Janet and Heather

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Flo & Alan posted a condolence

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Flo & Alan made a donation to Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (C.H.E.O.) our thoughts are with you, Bob, and family. Sorry we are unable to join you at the memorial service on April 9.

George William Slinger

August-23-1928 - March-27-2016

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