Joseph Kadlecik

To Sharon and Family: I remember Joe as the most handsome guy in our high school and then as one of the most vibrant Christians ever when we were at Wortley Baptist Church. So sorry I'm not able to be with you today. Kind thoughts and Prayers, Joan Hutchinson

Dear Jeff, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing and wanted to offer my sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. I lost my Mom very suddenly and far too soon a couple of years ago and understand the loss you are feeling right now. During this sad time, I hope that you will find peace and comfort in the love and memories you all share. With deepest sympathy, Sandy Hern (Old friend from Westmount & Saunders)

Dear Sharon and family, We are sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Kadlecik. Our condolences to you and your family. We're very grateful for his teaching and guidance to our children for many years at our church. He will be remembered by our children and their parents as a kind, dedicated, compassionate Canadian teacher and friend. He was a great missionary as he helped young people in London. During this sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hyo and Hyunja Kim

Mr. Kadlecik was my grade 8 teacher at Clara Brenton public school (1988). The funny thing is that I went through all my grade 8 graduation pictures a few weeks ago (before I saw the obituary) and commented on how much I enjoyed having him a teacher. I will forever remember him taking the time after school to sit down with me and teach me how to play the recorder. I had a very rough time with this and he took his own personal time to teach me. I will also remember the words he whispered to me at graduation as he handed me my diploma. "You are a very bright student. You will succeed at anything you do. Congrats." I have to say that there are only 3 teachers who really made an impression in my life. I am proud to say that Mr. Kadlecic was one of them. My condolences to the family and friends of this wonderful man. I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories of him help you through this difficult time, and please know that there will be many people who will miss him as much as you do. Sincerely, Diane (Harlton) Lawrence

Dear Jeff & Pat - My thoughts and prayers are with you. Although I never had the honour of meeting your dad (father-in-law), it is not hard to tell by everyone's comments that he was an incredible man that touched the lives and hearts of so many others. May your wonderful memories help you through these rough days. My sincere condolences to the entire Kadlecik family. Jenn

Mr. K was a true man of God who taught and reached many people including myself. He has changed my life profoundly through his teachings, preachings, and his very well being. I can't thank God enough for all my cherished memories with him. He will be dearly missed.

He was known to many of us as a Mr. K, at the Korean London First Presbyterian Church who was always open to sharing his life lessons since opening his heart to God. He will be missed as a passionate man of God, mentor and 9th grade teacher. My condolences to Mr. K's family.

Mr. K was my tutor in grade 7 and grade 8. I have struggled with math my entire life, and I deeply appreciate Mr. K's patience and persistence as a teacher. The wonderful thing about having him as an instructor was that he made a real effort to get to know me as a person, at a time when I felt misunderstood by most of, if not all, the adults in my life. My condolences go out to the Kadlecik family, for they have lost a truly special person.

Mr. K was my grade 7 teacher at Clara Brenton (1987). I remember many things about that class. Most of all was Joe's morning coffee, his scripture reading and his ongoing tales of his family. He was a passionate teacher and a truly great man. Someone I looked up to for sure. I am sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing Mr. K with so many of us. Darren

Joe will always be remember by those he taught and by those who had the privilege of teaching along side of him. He had a real gift of teaching and a great deal of passion for life, teaching, and serving His God. His days at the Christian Academy of Western Ontario will alway be a special memory for me and my family. Our prayers are with Sharon and the family in your loss. Know this; he touched many lives, but ours in a very special way. Glad He is now in the presence of the King of Kings.

Hi Sharon, Jeff, Jason and Sarah; Time has truly passed us all very quickly. I have some great memories of all of you when I was just a child. I still remember playing with dad ( Joe ) and visiting him at the schools where he taught. Though my time with dad ( Joe ) was cut short at a time in my life when i needed a father, please be rest assured that I have always had good thoughts about him and his new family The couple of conversations that we had over the past couple years and on Facebook with my half-brother Jason was truly memorable. A sad moment in time, my thoughts are with you and your families. Sincerely; Joseph Paul Dickenson-

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I was so sad to read about the passing of Mr. Kadlecik. He was my Grade 5 teacher at Bishop Townsend back in the 70s. I have thought of him many times since then. He was the nicest, most caring teacher I had. My favourite memories are from when I would attend his bible studies class during lunch hour. I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to his family during this difficult time. He truly was a caring teacher and I will never forget him.

Dear Sarah - Not sure if you'll remember me from Mountsfield Public School days gone by, but couldn't help but write a brief note of sympathy to you and your family. I was shocked to see your father's name on this site and to learn that you have lost your dad in the same week I have lost mine... Strange and sad coincidence. If I understand the above details correctly, you have two daughters, as do I. And you may have spent today as we have - thinking that our dad still had a lot of good "grandpa" years left in him - so frustrating to lose someone too early. Wishing you strength in family and friends during this emotional time. You're in our thoughts. Sincerely, Jennifer (Harkness) Robertson and family

Thank you to those who have expressed condolences online. Please know that ALL comments will be printed and read by my father's family next Saturday (February 2nd, 2013) at his memorial service. Again, THANK YOU for taking the time to stop by, online, and make a comment. It means a lot to us. Very much so. God bless.

I was saddened to hear about the passing of the very best teacher in the history of all teachers. Mr. Kadlecik was my grade 7 teacher at Clara Brenton Public School in the early 90s. I enjoyed him so much that I asked for him again for my grade 8 year. I remember when summer break came telling him that I did not want it to be summer break because I know I would not be able to see him until Sept of that year so he let me help clean up his classroom and get it organized for the next Sept. My. good friend and I at the time used to spend the lunch hours and recesses in his classroom where he would teach us about the verses in the Bible etc. What a gem the world has lost. I pray for the entire family in this sad time and please know that your husband, father and grandfather was one of the greatest gifts to the world and may he rest in peace and watch over you.

I'm sorry to hear of Joe's passing. As teachers, our paths crossed through family and friends and I learned that Joe was a dedicated and spiritual man. May you find solace in the knowledge that he is at peace and is always with you. Memories live on. Alistair McGhee

We are sorry for your loss, it was a privilege to have known Joe many years ago. Our prayers are with you dear Sharon and family.

Dear Aunt Sharon and cousins Jeff, Jason, Sarah and families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers for your loss. Uncle Joe was a wonderful teacher and I remember our annual family Christmas gatherings with fondness. They were very special to me, having family together. We said prayers for Uncle Joe last night with friends here in New York City and will do so again this evening. "O my God! O Thou forgiver of sins, bestower of gifts, dispeller of afflictions! Verily, I beseech Thee to forgive the sins of such as have abandoned the physical garment and have ascended to the spiritual world. O my Lord! Purify them from trespasses, dispel their sorrows, and change their darkness into light. Cause them to enter the garden of happiness, cleanse them with the most pure water, and grant them to behold Thy splendors on the loftiest mount." 'Abdu'l-Baha. Much love, Paula and Mike and family.

Dear Kadlecik family: Please accept my condolences on Joe's death. It takes me back to those glorious days of the Medway High School champion track and field teams in the mid fifties. Dunc Hoople was our coach and we travelled all over the province in his beaten up car to the various indoor and outdoor meets with the bamboo vaulting pole strapped to the roof. Joe and I lost touch over the years but ran into each other now and then when teachers met during PD days, etc. I was also the one who bought George's house in Southcott Pines. George and I spent some time reminiscing those great days of the fifties and, of course, talking about Joe and his athletic prowess. Oh, how I miss those days when we were all young and the world was our oyster. Sincerely, George Reintjes, retired teacher from G.A. Wheable and Central Secondary School

Mr. K was a great teacher. He taught life lessons with passion and had a genuine concern for his students. -former student at Clara Brenton

I was so sad to read about the passing of Mr. Kadlecik. He was my Grade 5 teacher at Bishop Townsend back in the 70s. I have thought of him many times since then. He was the nicest, most caring teacher I had. My favourite memories are from when I would attend his bible studies class during lunch hour. I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to his family during this difficult time. He truly was a caring teacher and I will never forget him.

I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Kadlecik. He was my Grade 8 teacher at St. George's Public School in the 1960's and was such a wonderful teacher. It was an advancement class and he always made the lessons very interesting and was a kind and caring mentor to all his students. I will remember him as one of my favourite teachers. Please know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my sincere condolences. Joe and I taught school together, many moons ago. He was a very kind and caring teacher. It was an honour to know him.

My absolute condolenses to Momma K and Jeff, Jason and Sarah. I know that Papa Joe was an amazing teacher but I also wanted to say that he was a man who showed compassion and interest in a young man with diabetes too. He came to my hospital bed the day after I was diagnosed and I will never forget that he prayed for me and with me. He made/taught how to overcome and know that everything works for a purpose. I have taken his lesson to heart and still have the bible he gave me 29 years ago. God blessed him with a great family and made such an impact with him. He is missed. Love to all of you.

Dear Sharon , Jeff, Jason and Sarah ; You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories. Love Jo-Ann, Jesse and Jordan Kadlecik

Mr Kadlecik will be remembered by me as a man with a smile always upon his face. He taught me in grade 9 and 10 at CAWO. I remember he randomly bursting into song, I remember his doing a little dance to get our attention, and I remember him passionately sharing with us about what we were learning. I am so sad to hear of Joe's passing, but am thankful he is now in the arms of his Lord and Saviour. May you each find grace and peace in Him.

Jeff and Family, I have never met your father but reading these condolences brought a tear to my eye. He was truly a well-repsected man with great integrity and values. He had a huge impact on many lives and touched many hearts. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Nothing can take away those memories. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Mark & Cathy Goodhue

My condolences go out to Mr. K's family. He impacted my life as a teacher, mentor, and friend. Mr. Kadlecik was a positive role model in my life and helped me greatly during middle and high school and during university. I continue to teach high school students today and what I have learned from him both spiritually and academically are passed on to my students. His spirit lives on and I am grateful for the opportunities I had to know and work with him. God bless. Sincerely, Jean Kim

Jeff and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am so pleased that your father was such a positive influence on so many. People have divine purposes in life and the whole of someone's value cannot be determined by one small view but the views of all the lives he touches. I wish I could be with you on Saturday but I have lives to touch myself. Please know that I love and support you all, now and if you ever need me. Marcy Erhardt and Robert Holderman

Sharon, Jeff, Jason and Sarah: So sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. I have been reflecting back on many fond memories of spending time with him when I regularly visited your home in my high school and university years. So good to see the words of those that he impacted as a mentor, teacher and friend in so many different settings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Rob and Shantel Dengate, Siraya and Matthew.