We honor these women who lived full lives as professionals and as members of Delta Kappa Gamma. They were educators who changed the lives of the students, parents and professionals with whom they came in contact. They were educational leaders. They will be missed, but they have also left us a legacy that we must embrace, the mission of our Society, to promote professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
WHITE ROSES
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Sharon Lee Floyd
December 15, 1938 - June 21, 2022 Sharon was a mischievous young girl, who was known for exploring beyond her parents' backyard parameters. This thirst for knowledge and exploration eventually led her to the field of education. She began her college studies in elementary education and mathematics at West Liberty College and later transferred to West Virginia University. She finished her master’s degree at Frostburg State and also studied abroad in the British Infant Schools. After many years as a kindergarten teacher in Keyser, Mineral County Schools, she took an early retirement due to health issues. Despite this, she remained active in various community and church groups. Ruth Ann Columbia August 4, 1951 - March 11, 2022 Ruth Ann taught school in Grant County for 39 years as a full-time teacher and 9 years as a substitute teacher, totaling 48 years. Algebra was her love. She graduated from California University of PA (California State College) in 1972 and taught all 39 years in Grant County, retiring in 2011. Ruth Ann’s educational awards included 1996-1997 Outstanding Junior High Teacher Award, 2009 Grant County Teacher of the year and 2014 Richard C. Shickle Award for an excellent career dedicated to teaching. Nellie Mae Ours Leatherman August 16, 1918 - August 9, 2018 Nellie attended Riverside School and graduated from Moorefield High School, Class of 1934. She graduated from Shepherd College and received her master’s degree and Administrative Certificate from West Virginia University. Nellie taught elementary school in Hardy County for 44 years and retired as Assistant Principal of Moorefield Elementary School. |