Birth date: Jan 17, 1925 Death date: Apr 18, 2020
William A. McDiarmid, age 95, of Parma Heights, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Rose A. McDiarmid, dear father of Bruce (Karen), Brian (Carol) and Dale (deceased), four grandch Read Obituary
Mr. McDiarmid was my seventh grade math teacher. He was a very kind man. His kindness allowed him to control unruly group of kids. There were a lot of troublemakers in that class but he was so kind and he overwhelmed them. He was a fine teacher. He was the best teacher I ever had.
I’m 67 years old and I remember Mr McDiarmid as my 9th grade algebra teacher in 1966-67. I have fond memories of him. He was polite and respectful to students. What a great teacher. Sorry for your loss.
Mr. Mac was one of my favorite teachers, and I'll never forget how kind and gentle he was with his students. My favorite memory of him was when he noted my frustration with a particular math unit (I was in eighth grade at the time). I was stunned as he pulled an empty desk right next to mine, looked me in the eyes and said, "Mary ... relax. You can do this." He observed my apprehensive approach to math, told me to breathe and put my anxieties aside -- and just focus. Right then and there, he arranged weekly one-on-one sessions for a month after school.
He taught me not only how to confront my math anxiety, but also to believe in myself and to see the true beauty of math.
His composed demeanor affected me in a lifelong way -- when I became a teacher (no, not math!), I called upon his fine example of recognizing students who needed boosts of confidence -- and remembered how well a calm and gentle approach can work wonders with anxious learners.
In my book, you were golden, Mr. Mac. Thank you!
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Mr McDiarmid was a wonderful person and an outstanding teacher. He went that extra mile to help his students. I never would have passed Algebra if not for his staying after class to tutor me. I remember that his classroom was next to the Home Ec kitchen and he always knew when we were making cookies and would show up at the classroom door hoping for a sample! May he rest in peace!
Such a kind and gentle soul! I had Mr. McDiarmid for 9th grade math in 1972 and will always remember his calm approach to teaching. A great teacher and a great man.
Rest In Peace. My condolences to his family.
He was really an awesome teacher. Thank you for sharing the life of one of my teachers. Back in the early 70's we looked at our teachers as leaders. Never really knowing what their personal life was about. After reading, no wonder he left such an impression on his students. RIP Mr. McDiarmid. We learned a lot from you. Thank you!
