10/09/11 - NNHS Newsletter - Jim Loving
James B. Loving
(d. 07 Oct 2011)
Newport News High School Faculty
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10/09/11 - NNHS Newsletter - Jim Loving
James B. Loving Newport News High School Faculty |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
I was
devastated this Sunday afternoon to read of the passing of one of my very
favorite teachers.
Jim Loving passed away at the Gardens at Warwick Forest in
Newport News on Friday, October 7, 2011 at the age of 82.
From the Daily Press - 10/09/11:
James B. Loving
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October 09, 2011
Mr. Loving was a
great guy! He was the advisor for our Hi-Y Club in the
'60's. Fortunately I never received a "rap on the head" with
that big Virginia Tech ring he sported. I will always have
fond memories of Mr. Loving. Ron S., NNHS Class of '65.
My thoughts and
prayers are with the Loving family. Mr. Loving was one of my
favorite teachers at Denbigh High School, and he was also one of
my favorite people. I cherish the memories of his gentle good
humor and kindness. God bless you!
Mr. Loving was one of
those kind of teachers you saw portrayed in movies from the 50's
... he knew his subject (I had him for geometry in '63), was
able to reach some of the less bright students, and loved NNHS
... he was at all football and basketball games and many of the
track meets. One great memory is ... if during class a fire
truck's or ambulance's siren was heard he'd get this far away
look on his face and then say, "Did I ever tell y'all about when
I was a volunteer at the firehouse up at Tech (VPI)?" and he
would tell some funny story about his adventures in Blacksburg.
Mr. Loving was a good teacher, a supporter of NNHS sports, and a
nice guy. I am so glad that he attended the '66's 40th reunion.
Our thoughts and
prayers to the Loving family.
Rest in Peace, Mr. Loving.
I'm so sorry to hear
about Mr. Loving's passing. He was a wonderful teacher and a man I
thought of countless times over the years. Every day in his class
was a treat: I learned so much from him, and he made us smile and
laugh all along the way. ~ Joel Fisher
Mr. Loving was my
homeroom teacher at Newport News High School and he was such a nice
man.. We occasionally would run into him at the local Hardee's for
breakfast! He was so friendly and personable. My thoughts and
prayers are with the family..... ~ Dianne (Adams) Puckette My thoughts and
prayers are with the Loving family. Mr. Loving was one of my
favorite teachers at Denbigh High School. I will always cherish the
memories of him. God Bless you until we meet again. Mr. Loving was a
special geometry teacher at NNHS. I have enjoyed talking to him and
his family at the First Methodist Church dinners and programs. My
deepest sympathy to his family.
I saw Mr. Loving
just as he was arriving at the Gala 40-Year (Open) Reunion
of the Class of 1964. I went running up to him squealing,
"Mr. Loving, Mr. Loving!" and threw my arms around him and
hugged him. He said, almost with wonder in his voice, "You
remember me?!?"
Well, of course I remembered him! How could anyone forget Mr. Loving?!? He was one of my all-time favorite teachers! Two years later I was privileged to sit at the same table with Mr. and Mrs. Loving at the 40-Year (Open) Reunion for the Class of 1966. Throughout the evening people came to visit with him to thank him for the impact he had made on their lives and invariably they would say, "You were my favorite teacher." His passing leaves a sadness in our hearts, but we are left with cherished memories of a fine teacher and a truly great man. My sincerest condolences to his family. Carol Buckley Harty, NNHS '65
I do remember Hr.
Loving as a firm and dedicated teacher; someone I could look
up to in my quest to become a man. Rest in Peace. (NNHS
1966)
~ Harry Pasquier, Miami, Florida
As a
former NNHS graduate who was lucky enough to be in
Mr. Loving's class in the 1960's, I, too, was
saddened to hear of his passing. Send my deepest
sympathy to his family ~ Carla Fine Cripps, South Australia 
We very sadly pass our deepest sympathy and
condolences to June, Lynette, Cindy, Connie
and all other loving members of Jim’s family
due to his passing. What a blessing it was
for us to have become next-door neighbors
September 1, 2002 when we moved into our
home directly across the street from him and
you, June. Jim was unquestionably a
gentleman’s gentleman. We shall miss his
always pleasant demeanor, and his always
cheerful and often humorous greetings His
favorite response to “How are you today?”
was “I’m still vertical.” Although Jim shall
no longer be physically present and “still
vertical” when we step outside our front
door, he shall certainly be present and
vertical in our fond memory of him stepping
outside his front door to get his newspaper,
mow his lawn, etc. As for me (Ozell), I
shall miss our curbside discussions about
politics and about local, country and world
affairs. We shall miss him greatly, but are
consoled by the knowledge that he is now in
a better place for all eternity. We shall
gladly honor your request to make a donation
to the General Fund of First United
Methodist Church in lieu of sending flowers.
My deepest sympathies
and condolences go out
to the Loving family.
Mr. Loving was my
geometry teacher during
my junior year at
Denbigh High School. He
was a wonderful and
patient teacher and I
shall remember him
always.
~ Marvin Barnes, Gloucester, Virginia
Lynette and Family, May God
be with you at this
difficult time. Your hearts
should be filled with
wonderful thoughts of Mr.
Loving as he was a wonderful
person. It has been a while
but I used to see him having
breakfast every morning at
Hardee's with his buddies.
Peace be with you. ~ Terry Smith-Powell, Newport News, Virginia
My prayers go
out to the
family and
friends of Mr.
Loving. He was
an outstanding
teacher who
helped this
student to
better
understand the
laws of
mathematics and
life.
October
10,
2011
It is with great
sorrow that I
read of Mr.
Loving's
passing. As one
of his geometry
students from
the '70s he was
a great
inspiration to
me, as well as
many others
struggling to
learn math. My
sincerest
condolences to
his family at
this time of
loss.
MR. LOVING WAS MY INDUSTRIAL ARTS TEACHER IN 1974 AND 1975. I HAVE NOTHING BUT THE GREATEST MEMORIES OF HIS LOVE FOR TEACHING AND HIS CONCERN FOR ALL OF US IN HIS CLASS. HE DID SO MUCH FOR THE SCHOOL AND NEVER ASKED FOR CREDIT. I WISH HIM THE BEST IN HIS NEW LIFE UPSTAIRS AND WILL NEVER FORGET WHAT HE MADE AN IMPRESSION ON ME. RIP.
I thought of Mr.
Loving with fondness
just last week. He
taught me Geometry
at Denbigh High
School in 1972. He
seemed to be
everywhere at
Denbigh; everyone
seemed to know him.
Everyone should have
a Mr. Loving in
their history.
Mr. Loving was an outgoing person who brought a smile to those all around him. And he was a very good teacher both in and out of the classroom. I remember just how happy he was for his athletes when they won the Peninsula District Golf title in 1975. No small feat considering the competition. Keep driving them long and straight, Mr. Loving!!!
Lynette and family, May all your fond memories help comfort you during this difficult time and always. You have my sincere sympathy.
Dear June and Girls, I cherish the friendship that I have had with Jim and his wonderful family. Living twice in the neighborhood, using PDQ and sorry when you closed, and having dinner at Vancosta's---will all be cherished memories. Jim was indeed a Southern Gentleman! Know that many others will hold your family in their
thoughts and prayers in the time ahead.  June and girls, Molly and I were saddened to hear from Bob James and Jerry Turley last week about the extent of Jim’s health problems. I’m glad that I had the opportunity to speak to Jim and to you at the end of the week before his passing on Friday. Although his voice was weak, I could still sense a sparkle of humor from him that was so characteristic back in the 60s and 70s. During that time frame Jim was a very valuable member of our staff at Denbigh High School, with primary assignment as our Activities Director. In addition to the talents and skills he brought to his job, he was valued as a staff member who loved students and staff alike and who was exceptionally competent, dependable, and loyal to his school. I shall always treasure those years working with him at Denbigh. I will also remember the love and the dedication which you provided to Jim and to the girls through the years in spite of your own health problems. You have been an inspiration to us all. Molly and I pray that God will grant all of you peace and contentment as you deal with the earthly loss of your husband and dad. Take solace in the knowledge that you will someday be together again. Our love to you all.~ Bill Cox (and Molly), Principal DHS, 1968-1975, Calabash, NC
What can I say about Jim Loving? He sat behind me in the DHS office. He was funny, always kind and just a friend. I remember he hated that the teachers would use his desk while he was in class. So one day he took his phone with him to class. We had such a laugh when the teachers couldn't find the phone. I know he is in heaven telling God all of his good jokes. I know he will be greatly missed. Such great memories.
Dear Loving
Family, I am a
former student
of Mr. Loving's.
I was in his
Geometry class
in 1985. He was
a very caring
teacher who went
the extra mille
to make sure
students
understood the
content.
May God Bless your family and bring you comfort during this difficult time.
I will miss
Jim's sense of
humor and his
smile as we
would meet at
Wendy's. It was
always fun to
discuss the
changing world
of Denbigh High
School and
Newport News
education with
him. What a
great and
sensitive true
gentleman he
was.
C |
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Mr. Loving's family, former students, and friends.
This information is also posted here:
http://nnhs65.com/faculty.html
http://www.nnhs65.com/teachers.html
http://www.nnhs65.com/teach-Loving.html
Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have
Buckroe!Love to all, Carol
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Carol Buckley
Harty
7020 Lure Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311-9309
915-780-3048
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