Eulogy for a Dad … and a Teacher

A bluebird box surrounded by a floral wreath. Two flags - an American flag and a 4-H flag - flank the birdhouse.

My dad, Jim Newquist, passed away on Dec. 22, 2023. My sister and I gave this eulogy at his memorial service on January 13, 2024. Sections in italics were spoken by my sister. Our dad taught elementary and middle school students for his entire career. Growing up with our dad as a teacher taught my … Read more