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Stories

Rock of the 8th Grade Floor
With the transition from GJHS to GMS, the 8th grade teachers became the best family any school could imagine. Ralph was quiet and thoughtful, but most importantly he was our rock and soul when issues presented themselves --- speaking from the students' viewpoint...
Allen Goguen
2013-11-27 09:29:07
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A great teacher
I am sorry to be sharing this so late, but I just learned that Mr. Roche was gone and I wanted to take the time to say that he was such a huge influence in my love of literature and books and language......! He had great humor and energy and enthusiasm and...
Leanne Dech
2013-09-16 20:07:47
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Terrific Teacher...
Mr. Roche- I will always remember you as one of my favorite teachers during my time in the Gardner Public Schools- you were always entertaining and truly cared for what we learned in 7th grade English- may you rest in peace....
Jon Korhonen
2012-12-27 17:22:35
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Summer Memories
For more years than I can remember, Ralph, Mickey, Dern and I, (along with others who came and went over time) would gather for a cookout to end our summer vacations and catch up. We would meet at Mickey's camp on Lake Monomonac (of course Ralph would have...
Steve
2012-12-08 19:25:31
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Great Dedicated Teacher!
Great teacher who taught me much. Although I was deathly afraid not to complete an assignment I am grateful for his dedication to the profession. :-)
Eric Nivala
2012-12-06 14:00:29
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35 years as colleague
I spent most of my 35 years at GJHS and GMS as a teacher and colleague of Ralph. A quiet guy at first, his energy, seriousness, and interest in his classes brought to my attention the professionalism of this guy. Getting to know him outside of school showed...
Allen Goguen
2012-12-06 13:47:09
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My friend for the past 40 years.
There is nothing but goodness that I can say about Ralph. He was a true friend in every sense of the word. Whether it was advice, help or comfort, Ralph was always there. I will truly miss him and although he has returned home, his memory will always be eternal...
Rick Camacho
2012-12-06 12:40:48
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