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• 10/01/2021

  Luis Lopez

  To Mr. Whiting’s beautiful family which he always talked about, Mr. Whiting was more than just an amazing Teacher; he was a pillar of support, a guide, a friend, a mentor and now a Guardian Angel. He touched our Twin Boys lives in a very special ways and we will always treasure that in our hearts. We are thankful to God for the blessing us with human being like Mr. Whiting. May his Wife and Family find comfort in all the beautiful memories they have of him. We will miss him, The Lopez Family

• 10/01/2021

  Sarah De Marchi

  Dear Family and Friends of Jason, (And Dear Jason, I know you can see or feel this wherever you are, so I want you to pay attention to the part at the end). I am Sarah De Marchi, a 6th Grade Teacher at Warm Springs. I knew Jason for about 6 years. I want to tell you a story about him. Jason and I were asked to move grade levels to teach 5th grade for the 2010-2011 school year. I moved up from 4th, and he moved down from 6th. In order to manage the burden, we decided to team teach. He took my 5th graders for Social Studies (which was his passion), and I took his 5th graders for Science. This allowed us to worry about one curriculum, rather than have to learn both just for this one year. So, Jason and I would meet every now and then to discuss the business of teaching each other's kids. That year, I had a light that somehow did it's own thing. When the lights were on, it would randomly turn on and off. They checked the wiring, and nobody could figure out what was wrong with it. Eventually, the students and I all just dealt with it. One day, Jason came into my room, and he told me that he wasn't sure why he was there. He said that he had nothing to talk about, but for some reason, and he really didn't know why, he felt that he really needed to come in and talk to me. We chatted a while, and, it was then that I told him that I was struggling quite a bit emotionally, and that I was so sad all the time, and every time I came to school, I would just break down sobbing. I told him that Brett, our Principal, suggested I go on medical leave. I said, I really wasn't sure, and I asked Jason what he thought about it. Jason took a few moments, and kind of thought about it out loud. He then said, very decidedly, "I think you should go on medical leave. I think that's what you really need to do." And then, suddenly, the light in my room that had been off all the while just turned on. We both noticed. We looked at it, instantly looked at each other, and said

• 10/01/2021

  Stephanie Li

  4 files added to the album Memories Album

• 10/01/2021

  azizayassin

  Dear Mr whiting's family, We are so sorry for your loss.. Mr whiting was an amazing teacher & a wounded full person may he Rest in peace & God bless his soul. We will mis himVery much.. From the Ibrahim family.

• 10/01/2021

  Bob Jensen

  Dear Family of Mr. Whiting, It was a huge shock to hear the sad news about Mr. Whiting. My son and his classmates were truly fortunate to have Mr. Whiting as their sixth grade teacher. Mr. Whiting was a wonderful teacher and you could tell he cared about all his students. On 6th grade graduation day, it was impressive to see how much his students wanted a memory of their teacher. Every one of his students wanted “just one more picture” with Mr. Whiting. It doesn’t seem fair that Mr. Whiting will not be there to teach and inspire future 6th graders at Warm Springs. I know that his past students all have wonderful memories of the way he touched their lives. The Jensen Family (Eric -- Class of 2014)

• 10/01/2021

  Katie Garcia

  Jason, I'm still feeling shocked that you are gone. You were the best uncle a girl could ask for. You were there for me during so many times when I was feeling sad and down. You counseled me through a few break-ups and you were always able to make me laugh as a kid and as an adult. You had the gift of making others feel at peace once they were heard by you. I miss you so much already and I know that our family will continue to miss you and feel incomplete in the years to come. Sometimes I feel very angry when I think about what the cancer did to you but I know that holding onto that anger for too long is dangerous and I also know deep down that you wouldn't want us to feel like that for long. I just want to tell you that I miss you and I hope that our family will continue to feel your presence so you can help us heal. Love, Katie

• 10/01/2021

  Julie

  I worked with Jason at John Gomes Elementary, He was part of our sixth grade team. He was an amazing teacher to his students and an outstanding friend to us. He always came with a positive outlook, a kind spirit, a funny sense of humor. He loved to laugh, be in on the jokes, and care for people. He was easy to talk with about anything, and he seemed like our brother from the start. We were all really sad when teacher job positions were cut by seniority, and he had to leave Gomes, but we knew he would fly wherever he went. We also knew he would be content wherever he went because he was that kind of person. He always saw the bright side of life, and he made tons of friends wherever we went. It was truly our loss when he left our staff. Jason talked about Eden all the time, and he just loved her so much. He loved to be a husband, brother, uncle, dad, teacher and friend to all. He just loved his family so much. I can only imagine the huge loss that you feel because we feel a huge one here, and we haven't worked with him for several years. Whenever we would run into him, we would always run over for a hug and conversation. He was our friend for life, and we will miss him dearly. I know he had a strong faith because we used to talk about it a lot. He is in God's hands now, and I know he has been reunited with his mother that he missed so much. May God bless his family and all the people in his life that he touched. We are praying for you, and know you are in our hearts at this very hard time. Love, Julie Bruechert

• 10/01/2021

  Stephanie Li

  We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Whiting. He was absolutely the best teacher any child can ever have, my son was very fortunate to have him in his first year in Warm Springs. He transferred to Warm Springs Elementary in 6th grade, which is a difficult year to adjust since that is the last year in an elementary school. However, Mr. Whiting was warm and friendly, he quickly got acquainted with his class and enjoy going to the new school very much. Mr. Whiting always had a passion for the students that shined brightly and made them want to be the best student. My child and his classmates missed him very much and all hoped to attend their favorite teacher's service tomorrow. He will truly be missed. May Mr. Whiting rest in peace and may his family find comfort knowing that he is home. God Bless.

• 10/01/2021

  Maria De Luz

  Dear family and friends of Jason, I teach 2nd grade at Leitch School which is Warm Springs Elementary's sister school. I met Jason a few years ago when he joined our "2nd & 6th Grade Buddies" group where he and two other 6th grade teachers would bring their students to Leitch for joint activities with three of our 2nd grade classes. I loved talking with Jason about my former students that were in his class and most recently about the trials of commuting from Livermore. I always found him to be warm and friendly, and a gentleman. Loved that he always came wearing a tie. From his comments about his students, I knew that my former students and the other kids were in very good hands, and that he loved them all. In this small way he touched my life, but I have missed seeing him since he had to start his leave last spring, and I grieve for his passing now. Reading the tributes to him on his FB page have been very touching and inspiring. I hope you find solace in the wonderful memories that you all have of Jason. With deepest sympathy and prayers, Maria De Luz

• 10/01/2021

  Tina Cheruvelil

  Dear Mr. Whiting's family, Mr. Whiting was my son's favorite teacher, while in 5th grade he really wanted to be in Mr. Whiting's class, and he was delighted to be in his 6th grade class. After graduating from Warm Springs, he used to visit him. What a wonderful person he was, our family will fondly remember Mr. Whiting. Pray that God almighty will strengthen you till you meet him again in heaven. Love and hugs, Cheruvelil family.

• 10/01/2021

  Indra Lynch

  The only word that I can think of when I think of Jason is Angel! He showed us what being a perfect human being would look like! I miss him soooo much:)