Terry Scharstein Obituary

Mrs. Scharstein was my 4th and 5th grade teacher (93-94/ 94-95). I remember receiving a hand written post card from her before the start of my 4th grade year at Newington Elm. She loved our class and we loved her so much, she moved up with us and became our 5th grade teacher. I am not sure what made me search for her but I did. To find that she is resting peacefully, brings me both joy and sadness. She was an awesome teacher. She taught me things that I still use in life, at age 38. I now live in Florida and have had so many teacher since. No teacher stood out and made such a difference as she did. Mrs. Scharstein, I love you.

I just found out today. I wish I could have told her how much she meant to me as a student. She is and was my all time favorite teacher. I had her in both the sixth and eighth grades. She always frank, funny and too the point. Challenging me to think outside the box, she was the only teacher I ever had that seemed to truly understand her students and now how to push them further. She had a profound effect on my life, as I know she did on so many of her students. I only regret I wasn't able to tell her myself. Mrs. S I hope to see you in heaven, if I can live a life as good as yours I know I'll make it.

Sincerely,
EJP

Mrs.Scharstein, What an Awesome Woman! Mrs. S made me believe that possibilities were ENDLESS & the sky was the limit!Although she is no longer physically with us, she will forever be in my Heart. Mrs. S thanx for pushing me, making work to my full potential, and not letting me settle for Average. May You Rest In Peace...My Sorrow Is Endless. Luv Alison Parson 5th grade student Newington Elem. 1996-1997

Dear Melinda and Harry,
We have been out of town and Ashley just called us with the sad news of Terry's passing. Please know that Shelley, Ashley, Will, Bobby, and I are thinking of you both and you remain in our prayers.
The Dearharts

Terry Scharstein was an exceptional woman who touched many with her enthusiasm, good humor, hard work, and magic. God bless her children and help them in this time of sorrow.

My prayers and thoughts are with you. Terry was a tremendous spirit and inspiration. The world was a much better place for her being here. She was an emblem of dignity, respect, grace, and compassion. She will be missed.

Terry was a great and dear friend, with whom we were always happy to share time and laughs. We will cherish our time with Terry, Ed, Melinda, Harry, Watson (the dog) and Lopina (the spider). We look forward to seeing two beautiful bald eagles on the Brisbane River soon. Love always.

Mrs. Scharstein taught me throughout middle school as well as my sister. She was one of my absolute favorite teachers and I will always remember her for the love she showed us each and everyday inside the classroom and out. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I hope you can take comfort in knowing what an impact your mother made on so many lives in the short time we were blessed with her presence. You will be deeply missed Mrs. Scharstein.

Terry,

It was a privilege to make your acquaintance and an honor to meet the legend behind all the Ms Scharstein stories! Your generous spirit and wisdom lives on.

Terry,
Your love of children and education inspired me to follow in your footsteps. I will always remember you as being the gentle, sweet natured cousin I always wanted to imitate. I will sorely miss you.

Terry was a rock star - always smiling, always brightening the day of those around her, always thinking, always loving. I did not know Terry for a long time but my time spent with her was wonderful. My daughter had the chance to meet Terry the week before she passed and she was captivated (as were the rest of us) with how funny and wise Ms. Terry was. As a fellow ovarian cancer patient I take strength in knowing Terry is at peace and with Ed. Her legacy lives on in Melinda and Harry - how proud Terry was of them.

I can hear God rejoicoing as He welcomes His beautiful daughter home. I will miss you Terry. God Bless you.

Veronica Walsh

The world just became a little bit sadder...

You'll be missed Terry.

Terry Scharstein was my G.A.T.E teacher at Gregg Middle School. Her love for teaching and her great sense of humor brightened all her students lives. My prayers are with her family.

Terry Scharstein was a teacher of mine from 6-8th grade. She was a great eduactor, wife to her late husband and mother of her 2 children. I considered her more than a teacher to me but as family. She will be missed but we should be joyous that she is now in a place away from pain. God Bless her and her family.

Terry taught both our children (Meg and Jake) and through her brilliant teaching and amazing personal attention to all her students, we became fast friends, a friendship I will always cherish. She was braver than anyone I've ever met, generous to the end, and always, always on point with her wonderful sense of humor. We'll all miss you, woman!

Ms. Scharstein was, and is still, one of my favorite teachers. I had her for 5th Grade English/Social Studies at Beech Hill, and absolutly loved it. I know she is with the LORD, and my prayers and condolences go out to the family.

was my favorite cousin,always positlve,i atended her weding,ed's memorial and am driving one more tyme to low country for her memorial !uncle jimy sure paid well for my baby-sitting services! this one is free,TERRY,I LOVE YOU!

A wonderful educator and encourager. God Bless her children. Laura Brady

I have yet to meet another teacher that cared so much and that left a life-long impact as Mrs. Scharstein. She never gave up on us (her students) and always encouraged them to do their best. No one can replace her. She will be cherished forever!!
My condolences are with the family...

Terry Scharstein gave more to her students then any teacher I know of. She will be missed by many, my thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family.

TO THE FAMILY; YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER TERRY AS THE LOVELY LADY THAT MY SON FELL IN LOVE WITH(ALEX). PLEASE STAY STRONG. TERRY LOVED YOU ALL!!!!

I was so sorry to learn of Terry's passing. She and Ed were very special people who gave a voice to many who had none. She was a blessing and we will all mourn her absence.