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Tom brought kindness and compassion to every encounter - and such impressions live on in everyone who knew him.  With gratitude for all you taught us, Tom.  You are missed.

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Tom always had a kind smile and made any social situation better for me. Being an introvert, if there was a group situation and Tom was there I felt at ease and knew I would be fine, as he was kind of a safe harbour actually, sensitive to other people's existence around him. Tom was always kind, warm and funny.
My deepest condolences.

Léa Pereira

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He was one of the best teachers I've ever had. This great man had incredible patience, empathy and love for his students.

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Tom was a wonderful teacher who ran his classroom like a workshop and problem solving arena.  He was warm, kind, thoughtful and helped me as a fellow teacher who was across the hall from him filling in for Ms. Hambrick.  He is also responsible for  my own children's math prowess. One has a math degree and one has a math minor. Tom will be missed and I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Jenny Goodwin

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RIP Mr. Harrington

One of my all-time favourite teachers. Taught me in 5th grade and then coached our varsity soccer team. An absolute gent and role model for us all. So sad to hear of his passing, he will be missed
Alan Nichol

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s during and after our tenure together. You were the best co-coach and colleague, always making people feel valued and carrying yourself with class. That’s why we called you Chief. You showed our students, players and me what it means to be a gentleman. You will be missed beyond words. Hail to the chief!
My condolences to To
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My condolences to Tom's family and friends. What a kind and gentle soul he was. Always with a smile, always there to lend a hand, he'll be deeply missed.
RIP Mr. Harrington!
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RIP Mr. Harrington!
Great loss. I was really in shock when I heard it. I will always remember coaching ASH summer tennis camp with you, your heartwarming smile, incredible ability to engage middle schoolers, friendliness and wisdom! 

You won't be forgotten!
-Nikola Milinkovic 
Tom was a great guy to talk anything tennis. We had great chats about the new players, upcoming tournaments and alike. You will be genuinely missed Tom.
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Tom was a great guy to talk anything tennis. We had great chats about the new players, upcoming tournaments and alike. You will be genuinely missed Tom. 
David Wisken
Tom as I remembered
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Tom as I remembered was a fantastic person. Always available in whatever you asked him. His smile and his great way of interacting with student / athletes was great. 
Tom i will remember you with your big , friendly smile
RIP
Bob
Tom was a kind, thoughtful soul who was ready to do anything for anyone. He seemed 'unflappable,' always ready to spring in and go with the flow to get the job done. His dry humor and amazing smile put everybody around at ease. A true gentleman !
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Tom was a kind, thoughtful soul who was ready to do anything for anyone. He seemed 'unflappable,' always ready to spring in and go with the flow to get the job done. His dry humor and amazing smile put everybody around at ease. A true gentleman !
Tom was an absolute darling. He will be so sorely missed.
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Tom was an absolute darling. He will be so sorely missed.
Dele
ADIEU Monsieur Harrington!
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ADIEU Monsieur Harrington! 
Affectueusement. Marie-Christine  Braud
My sincere condolenc
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My sincere condolences! Tom was one of a kind. With his great sense of humor and calm presence, he brightened everyone’s day, rest in peace...
Your kindness and your laugh that could so often be heard in these hallways will be missed tremendously. You were so often in our math hallways to substitute and we always had a nice chat. My sincere condolences to your whole family. God Bless, Myriam
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Your kindness and your laugh that could so often be heard in these hallways will be missed tremendously. You were so often in our math hallways to substitute and we always had a nice chat. My sincere condolences to your whole family. God Bless, Myriam
Tom was such a kind, gentle soul who cared so much about the students and the ASH community. He was always friendly with a twinkle in his eye. He was always there to lend a hand in the classroom or out on the tennis court. You will be missed tremendously. Rest in peace, dear Tom.
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Tom was such a kind, gentle soul who cared so much about the students and the ASH community. He was always friendly with a twinkle in his eye. He was always there to lend a hand in the classroom or out on the tennis court. You will be missed tremendously. Rest in peace, dear Tom. 
Love from the Vlasseman family
With this tragic loss in our ASH community, I will miss jumping up as I hear his voice saying: "Sunday, 8:30 am at the tennis court?". He was the only person who was able to get me up that early on a Sunday - just because I knew how much fun we would have. There was never an interaction with Tom without a big smile.
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With this tragic loss in our ASH community, I will miss jumping up as I hear his voice saying: "Sunday, 8:30 am at the tennis court?". He was the only pers

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I once heard a colleague call you the consummate gentleman. It couldn’t have been a truer statement. We had many great times during and after our tenure together. You were the best co-coach and colleague, always making people feel valued and carrying yourself with class. That’s why we called you Chief. You showed our students, players and me what it means to be a gentleman. You will be missed beyond words. Hail to the chief!

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With this tragic loss in our ASH community, I will miss jumping up as I hear his voice saying: "Sunday, 8:30 am at the tennis court?". He was the only person who was able to get me up that early on a Sunday - just because I knew how much fun we would have. There was never an interaction with Tom without a big smile. 

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With this tragic loss in our ASH community, I will miss jumping up as I hear his voice saying: "Sunday, 8:30 am at the tennis court?". He was the only person who was able to get me up that early on a Sunday - just because I knew how much fun we would have. There was never an interaction with Tom without a big smile. 

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When I had the privilege to visit the Unified Learning Center in southern Thailand recently, and learned that Tom used to spend his summers teaching the English language to Birmese migrant students, I could only think: "Typical". What a big and kind heart he had, and what passion to teach.
Tom has left a mark at ASH, and on the minds of several generations of ASH students.
May this tribute page be his legacy, and a comfort to his family.
I will miss seeing Tom's head of beautiful grey hair, his mischievous smile, and his ties.
Also on behalf of Laureline and Anneline, my deepest sympathy go to his sons and family.
Gera Klijnsma

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Unforgettable Soul!!!
Tom was a true gentleman, so friendly, kind, and positive. I will always remember him with a cup of coffee in his hand. My sincere condolences to family, friends, and everybody who had a chance to know Tom.  May he rest in peace.

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My condolences to Tom's family and friends. What a kind and gentle soul he was. Always with a smile, always there to lend a hand, he'll be deeply missed.

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Great loss. I was really in shock when I heard it. I will always remember coaching ASH summer tennis camp with you, your heartwarming smile, incredible ability to engage middle schoolers, friendliness and wisdom!

You won't be forgotten!
-Nikola Milinkovic

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Tom was a great guy to talk anything tennis. We had great chats about the new players, upcoming tournaments and alike. You will be genuinely missed Tom. 

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Tom was a great guy to talk anything tennis. We had great chats about the new players, upcoming tournaments and alike. You will be genuinely missed Tom. 

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David Wisken

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Tom as I remembered was a fantastic person. Always available in whatever you asked him. His smile and his great way of interacting with student / athletes was great.
Tom i will remember you with your big , friendly smile
RIP
Bob

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Tom was a kind, thoughtful soul who was ready to do anything for anyone. He seemed 'unflappable,' always ready to spring in and go with the flow to get the job done. His dry humor and amazing smile put everybody around at ease. A true gentleman !

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Tom was a kind, thoughtful soul who was ready to do anything for anyone. He seemed 'unflappable,' always ready to spring in and go with the flow to get the job done. His dry humor and amazing smile put everybody around at ease. A true gentleman !

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Tom was an absolute darling. He will be so sorely missed.

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Tom was an absolute darling. He will be so sorely missed.

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Dele

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Affectueusement. Marie-Christine Braud

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My sincere condolences! Tom was one of a kind. With his great sense of humor and calm presence, he brightened everyone’s day, rest in peace...

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Your kindness and your laugh that could so often be heard in these hallways will be missed tremendously. You were so often in our math hallways to substitute and we always had a nice chat. My sincere condolences to your whole family. God Bless, Myriam

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Your kindness and your laugh that could so often be heard in these hallways will be missed tremendously. You were so often in our math hallways to substitute and we always had a nice chat. My sincere condolences to your whole family. God Bless, Myriam

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Tom was such a kind, gentle soul who cared so much about the students and the ASH community. He was always friendly with a twinkle in his eye. He was always there to lend a hand in the classroom or out on the tennis court. You will be missed tremendously. Rest in peace, dear Tom. 

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Tom was such a kind, gentle soul who cared so much about the students and the ASH community. He was always friendly with a twinkle in his eye. He was always there to lend a hand in the classroom or out on the tennis court. You will be missed tremendously. Rest in peace, dear Tom. 

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Love from the Vlasseman family

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Tom was always a gentlemen's gentleman, a kind humble soul who touched the lives of many in special ways. He is sadly missed. May you rest in peace Tom. Sending my deepest sympathy to the family. God Bless. Karla Uhlenhake

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Tom was always a gentlemen's gentleman, a kind humble soul who touched the lives of many in special ways. He is sadly missed. May you rest in peace Tom. Sending my deepest sympathy to the family. God Bless. Karla Uhlenhake

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Dear Patrick, William, and Christopher:   My entire family is grieving with you. Both my sons remember your father with great fondness as their math teacher.  My wife recalls the many laughs she and Tom shared on the tennis court and at ASH.   And I miss the gentleman who always brought light whenever we talked.   I'm still here at ASH if you need to reach me.   God bless.   Peter Loy and family

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When I meet him training the children to play tennis we could see he was a  respected and loving teacher at ASH. Years later he would always come back to ASH to substitute someone. We had several opportunities to have very nice conversations. He would say he really enjoyed having now the time to travel and the possibility to do it whenever he wished. He was then a happy person . You will be missed Tom.
Cecilia

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To me, it feels strange to imagine ASH without Tom around.

I'll never forget going on 6th grade Project with him, where he would disappear to the back of the hostel's cafe with sheets of A4 paper and a mysterious list of "student signups" and emerge an hour or two later with a detailed schedule for the elective activities -- all 6th graders assigned to a group for the next day's plan. As a new teacher and a natural over-planner, it was eye-opening to see how, with a bit of patience and a very relaxed attitude, he could make such a complex task stress-free.

I loved his dry sense of humor, his puns, the fact that he always had a moment for a joke or a smile. He seemed to take everything in his stride, dealing with setbacks and (what must have been) frustrations with a calm, positive attitude.

It was so fun sharing a hallway with him for years, and I will miss seeing him here on campus very much.

Katrina Middelburg

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My sincerest condoleances, Tom will de missed.
Security Guard,
Robbert

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Tom loved reading newspapers from around the world so we had a deal: I would bring him the paper from wherever I was traveling to/from. I always imagined him sitting with a cup of coffee enjoying quiet time with a good article. You will be missed, Tom!

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Tom always brightened my day. We seemed to regularly bump into each other at the coffee machine - or maybe it was just me drinking all the coffee. You couldn't be in bad form when Tom was around, he had such a beautiful smile, a twinkle in his eye and was a he was a true gentleman. Rest in peace Tom and my sincere condolences to your family and friends.

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I will miss Tom's quiet gentle ways and his always cheery smile. He always had a little quip and a positive attitude which was infectious and cheered my day. My condolences to the family, may his departed soul rest in peace. Bridget Anderson.

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He will be missed. Tom was always smiling, always patient, always helpful, always respectful. Condolences.

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He will be missed. Tom was always smiling, always patient, always helpful, always respectful. Condolences.

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Tom was always smiling, was easy going, funny and the kids loved him! We will miss you sweet Tom. Christina

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Tom was always a bright spot in any day. He was ALWAYS positive and would find something to chuckle about. He never failed to make me smile and make my day a little bit brighter. Thank you for all of the good times and memories. You will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Jade

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My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. He was such a friendly, positive, kind-hearted colleague. Tom, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you rest in peace. Descansa en paz. 

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My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. He was such a friendly, positive, kind-hearted colleague. Tom, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you rest in peace. Descansa en paz. 

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Tom will certainly be missed as his upbeat, gentle and positive presence made a difference for so many.
His family and friends remain in my prayers and thoughts as we celebrate his contributions to our profession and the lives of so many others.
Tim

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A caring colleague who always took the time to say 'hello' and ask how things were going. Tom was a dedicated middle school teacher to our daughters who remember him fondly. His deep jovial laugh and great sense of humor will be remembered always. May you rest in peace, dear Tom.

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We will miss your positivity, smile, and kind words, Tom

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We will miss your positivity, smile, and kind words, Tom

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In my first year working at ASH, I had the privilege of being on the same team as Tom, who always brought a touch of joy and lightness to the meetings. Tom was the kind of colleague and teacher who would always put you at ease and make sure you were OK. He cared about his students and his colleagues and was great fun to be around. Also after his "semi-retirement", it was great to catch up with Tom in the hallways or in the office.

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Always a positive friendly and happy person when teaching at the Elementary school. he will be missed by faculty and students. 

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Always a positive friendly and happy person when teaching at the Elementary school. he will be missed by faculty and students. 

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So sad to hear of the news of Tom passing. He was my neighbouring colleague at ASH for many years and one of the first friendly faces I met when I started at ASH. He never got worked up about stuff, and was my go-to when I needed a calming influence. A true gentleman and I loved bumping into him and joking around when he came back to substitute. The world is a little less fun without you Tom. 

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So sad to hear of the news of Tom passing. He was my neighbouring colleague at ASH for many years and one of the first friendly faces I met when I started at ASH. He never got worked up about stuff, and was my go-to when I needed a calming influence. A true gentleman and I loved bumping into him and joking around when he came back to substitute. The world is a little less fun without you Tom. 

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Annika

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Rest in peace, Tom! You'll be missed! Sincere condolences to family and friends!

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Tom was always a joy to see in the building, full of smiles and often a good laugh. His presence with students was one of genuine care and wisdom. May your hearts be filled with warmth and comfort knowing how cherished his memory is at ASH. Grace and peace, Kimberly

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Tom was always a joy to see in the building, full of smiles and often a good laugh. His presence with students was one of genuine care and wisdom. May your hearts be filled with warmth and comfort knowing how cherished his memory is at ASH. Grace and peace, Kimberly

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A true friend who was always there for you. He could make you laugh and help us all feel better when when things were going rough. A true  hero. My whole family will miss him. The Yarnell Family

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Mr. Harrington was my grade 6 math teacher, and between his jokes, such as the classic: "Working hard, or hardly working?", and his compassionate outlook on teaching/life, he soon became one of my favourite teachers. Seeing him in school even after he retired always brought a smile to my face.
You will be missed Mr. Harrington. By me, and by everyone else who knew you.

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Tom was a wonderful colleague and friend as well as a familiar face in the library, always stopping in for the newspaper or a chat. I always admired his calm demeanor - nothing ever seemed to faze Tom - and his kindness and decency towards everyone he crossed paths with was an example to all. I am deeply saddened that he has left this world so soon.
RIP friend.

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Such a wonderful friend and teacher, I miss him so much.  Taken too soon, but hopefully before he had to pay for his last glass of wine.  When anything went wrong in our group adventures, he and I would always tell people "It was Tom's fault".  Always in a tie and jacket, from the days in the attic library in the HS in Scheveningen to the Middle School in Wassenaar, he was a wonderful asset to ASH and an inspirational person to know.  Tom was a gentle man, and a gentleman.  The world is a little poorer today, but I know he is somewhere playing tennis and letting Jesus, or whomever, win because that is the nice thing to do.

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Mr. Harrington was one of those teachers that you remember for a lifetime. He made each one of us, whether we enjoyed math or not, feel safe and taken care of. Thank you for for being a wonderful role model. Rest peacefully. 🙏🏼💔

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Mr. Harrington was one of those teachers that you remember for a lifetime. He made each one of us, whether we enjoyed math or not, feel safe and taken care of. Thank you for for being a wonderful role model. Rest peacefully. 🙏🏼💔

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Mr. Harrington was my sixth grade math teacher and he was always incredibely kind and made sure everyone was happy and comfortable in his classroom. Even after sixth grade he made sure to smile and say hi to any former student he passed in the hallways (that always made my day), and every time he was a sub for a class everyone would be excited. As a current alumni, when my friends and I think back to our time at ASH, he always comes to mind, and it's always good memories. Thank you for all you've done for us, you will be missed but surely not forgotten.

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Mr Harrington at my time at Ash was the librarian, he was a kind and gentle man. He even became our next door neighbour when he moved to Voorburg, where i became his 3 sons babysitter.  Over the years he became friends with my parents and would see him on occasions while visiting in Nl. He had a great sense of humor, he is one of those people who passes through your life and Just leaves a huge impression. My deepest condoleances to his three sons and family. May he rest in peace.

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Mr. Harrington was by far my favourite teacher during my time at ASH. His calm demeanor, friendly face, sense of humour and patience did wonders for an anxious student who hated math and was even afraid of it. His class was the only math class in which I got an A in during my school career because he took the time to teach me step by step. He was a beam of light at ASH and my heart hurts knowing he is no longer with us. Thank you for everything Mr. Harrington you will be sorely missed. My condolences to the family. Heaven has gained its brightest angel.

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Mr Harrington was one of my favourite teachers and his classroom was always a safe space for an anxious new student, he will be greatly missed!! Condolences to his family and loved ones.

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Mr Harrington was one of my favourite teachers and his classroom was always a safe space for an anxious new student, he will be greatly missed!! Condolences to his family and loved ones.

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Classes with Mr. Harrington were always filled with joy and laughter. Condolences to Mr. Harrington's family, friends, colleagues and students. You will be greatly missed and may your spirit live on! 

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Classes with Mr. Harrington were always filled with joy and laughter. Condolences to Mr. Harrington's family, friends, colleagues and students. You will be greatly missed and may your spirit live on! 

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Condolences to family, friends, former colleagues and students. Tom was well liked as a math teacher by Tiarnach Ó Cochláin and this sad news evoked quiet, respectful contemplation on the rich experience of his math lessons with Tom.  May Tom rest in peace.

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To this day, Mr. Harrington was one of my favorite teachers. He had so much patience and wit while radiating positivity. You’ll be missed, Mr.H. Rest In Peace 

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To this day, Mr. Harrington was one of my favorite teachers. He had so much patience and wit while radiating positivity. You’ll be missed, Mr.H. Rest In Peace 

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Some of my happiest memories of ASH were teaching with Tom. It was my privilege to lead for four a sixth grade team packed with quality teachers who cared deeply about their craft and the students under their care. None demonstrated those two qualities more than Tom, whose passing was the sad news we woke to last week. Tom was a gifted teacher who always had a sparkle in his eye and a sharp wit. He was the wise old snowy owl in our corridor - even though he wasn't actually as old as the kids loved to joke (rumours he was there to witness the signing of the Armistice in 1918 are completely false - as was the claim he'd escaped the Titanic in a lifeboat!) Tom was one of those teachers the kids will always remember. He had the patience, skill and understanding all middle school maths teachers need, but he also had other roles in the school that allowed kids whose forte wasn't mathematics to engage with him on the sports field. I loved doing playground duty with Tom. He had a smile and a joke for everyone, and he treated the sixth graders as equals, which is a rare and valued trait. I miss the cheeky messages posted on my door and the verbal puns at team meetings. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Richard Harrold (ASH teacher 2001-2006)

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Truly great guy, may he rest in peace.

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Tom was someone who always made me smile when I saw him. He always had a twinkle in his eye, a spark of wit in his conversations, and an overall demeanor that was friendly, open and fun. I always enjoyed my "coffee machine" conversations with Tom; the snowy owl (I used to call him) on the account of his unmistakable snow white hair. Some things never changed, and Tom's good spirit was one of them. Goodbye, dear friend.

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Tom was someone who always made me smile when I saw him. He always had a twinkle in his eye, a spark of wit in his conversations, and an overall demeanor that was friendly, open and fun. I always enjoyed my "coffee machine" conversations with Tom; the snowy owl (I used to call him) on the account of his unmistakable snow white hair. Some things never changed, and Tom's good spirit was one of them. Goodbye, dear friend.

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Tom's years of dedication will never go forgotten; his smile and charisma will stay in our hearts; his memory lives on through us all. Our deepest, sincerest condolences. 

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Tom's years of dedication will never go forgotten; his smile and charisma will stay in our hearts; his memory lives on through us all. Our deepest, sincerest condolences. 