Nan B Irick

Hi Chris-

I am so sorry to have missed the memorial tonight. I have always been thankful to Nan for helping you choose me as your tech writer. (She had a great eye!) In essence she gave me the best job I have ever had. Working along side you for nearly five years was a treat, and those times were even more fun when Nan would stop by to say hi. She was an inspiration to all of us who dare to dream of what else the world could possibly hold, and she always, always, encouraged us to try it. Please take some time to heal and call when you want to meet for coffee. All my best to your family and kids Chris. - Leslie

Chris, Britt, and Kate, I'm so sorry for your loss. Nan was such a positive, uplifting person. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Kevin

I feel that I was extremely lucky to have meet Nan.  As a person she was caring, compassionate, enthusiastic and lived life to the fullest.  Nan was a wonderful subsitute who I use to wish that I could clone as she always went the extra mile and you knew the students were in very good and caring hands when she covered a classroom.  She was always so pleasant and always had a smile on her face.  The world is certainly a better place for her having been here even if it was for too short a time period. My thoughts and prayers are with Nan's family during this very difficult time.    

 

 

 

 

Dear Chris,

 

Here it is Saturday morning in London, the sun is bright and a new day starts and I open your email.  Now tears are dripping on my keyboard and the world seems a dimmer place.  I cannot express my sadness.  Nan was a bright light in the world, now extinguished.  Begging for it not to be true, asking why, but there is no rhyme or reason.  All I know is that my heart hurts for the loss of Nan.  My heart goes out to you, Kate, Britt and Jennifer.  Even at a distance, I hope you can feel the love from everyone that has been touched by this one life of this one extraordinary person, the love of your life – Nan.

 

Sending love, XXOO Lisanne

Dear Kate and Irick Family,

 

I was devastated to learn of your mom's sudden passing. She brightened my day every time we stopped to talk in the office or the hall. She was one of those positive people that made coming to work a joy. I could always count on her to say something intellectually stimulating and interesting. She was so proud of you, Kate, she never missed an opportunity to tell me about something wonderful that you were doing and her faced glowed in the telling.  She inspired confidence every time she took the reins of an IB class in the absence of a teacher, and I had complete confidence in the feedback she gave me on students in need of help. My heart aches for your loss and for all of us that had the good fortune to know her.

With affection and sadness,

Marilyn Leeb Uveges

Kate, as I write this my heart is very full and sad knowing what you must be going through. Your mother was not just a great coworker, but a wonderful wife, mother, and person. After teaching you and then meeting your mom, I knew where your beautiful personality came from. You are such a caring, responsible, conscientious, and good natured person. I was very lucky to have taught you. If I had a daughter, I would want her to be just like you. Just know that your mother's spirit lives in you and she will be with you always. Fondly, Jeana Norton

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I'll keep you in my prayers...

Rest In Peace

 

Stephanie Solomon

Kate, my heart is breaking right now for you and your family. I think of you often. After all, you were and always will be my favorite student and tennis partner. I remember many talks with your mom. She was so incredibly proud of you and the amazing woman you are becoming. If you ever want to talk or just need a friend, please don't hesitate to call me 301-252-0258 or email me at devontehrani@yahoo.com. I will always be here for you! You are in my prayers.

 

To The Irick Family,

I send my heartfelt sympathy to you. Ian and Kate what a great mom God blessed you with. It was a pleasure to meet her while you were at Jefferson.  I am sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I met Nan even before I became good friends with Kate, because she was a substitute at our school. From day one I knew she was a type of person you don't come across often. Immediately, it showed how free spirited, kind and accepting she was. I could give a list of positive qualities about her but everybody already knows how truly amazing she was.

 

I had a long conversation with her about her work with Jorge at school and she explained it in such a way that I'll never forget. She gave him so much hope and offered him everything she could. It was beautiful to hear her so into helping him. That's who she was, she was always doing good deeds for the people around her and completely selfless. You could see her gorgeous personality through her interaction with her entire family, the students at school, the faculty, and her friends.

 

I can say with certainty she was the kindest person I have had the pleasure of meeting, and forming a friendship with. She taught all of us so much about life, and people. She is living in everybody she came across throughout her life, so she will always be around. I will never forget her, and I will look back on the time I had with her with appreciation. I am truly grateful I had the pleasure of meeting such a remarkable woman. She will be forever in my life and I will miss her everyday.

 

All my love goes out to the family and dear friends to Nan. We love you Kate.