It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend and colleague, James Eterno, on February 6, 2024. James was a cherished member of our community, and his absence will be deeply felt.
James’ life was marked by his unwavering dedication to education and his tireless advocacy for teachers and students alike. His contributions to the ICE-UFT blog have been invaluable, and his insights and wisdom will be sorely missed.
In honor of James’ memory, we would like to invite all who knew him to share their anecdotes and memories of James. Whether it’s a story that makes you smile, a lesson he taught you, or simply a sentiment about what James meant to you, we welcome your contributions.
Please submit your anecdotes and memories to Jeff Kaufman at JeffBKaufman@gmail.com. Jeff will be compiling these tributes and sharing them on the ICE-UFT blog, as a testament to the remarkable impact James had on all of us.
In these difficult times, let us come together to remember James, to celebrate his life, and to carry forward the values and principles he held dear.
Thank you for your contributions. Your words will help keep James’ spirit alive in our hearts and in our community.
With deepest sympathy,
Jeff Kaufman
Rest in peace. What a sad day. We prayed each day for Mr. Eterno's recovery. I thought and hoped that he would one day return to his blog. We also prayed for his wife and children. Unfortunately, we don't know the time when we will be called home. I think many of us hope to be a positive influence to others if heaven is a goal. Mr. Eterno shared his time and wisdom to others. He was a giver and an unselfish man--qualities approved by God. I am forever thankful for his blog page, wisdom, respect and kindness he showed to me. I especially would like for his children to know that their dad was viewed as a wonderful man who stood up for and helped so many people. I will always share a kind word to others when your dad's name comes up. I respected him a lot. His job here has been completed and he did it with honor. Thank you James Eterno and to the Eterno family, please always remember that your family member was a gem. God bless him and you. Sad day for sure. A really sad day.
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