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Bela was my supervising instructor during my student-teacher experience at Benton Harbor High School in 1974. He definitely made certain I developed the requisite skills that would allow me to become an educator at BHHS for the subsequent 36 years! Bela will most assuredly be missed. Nurse Davis & I send our deepest condolences to Jean and the family.
Al & Deborah Davis
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Al Davis
October 17th, 2020 at 2:42am
My condolences to the family of Mr. Bela Lindenfield. He was one of my most inspirational teachers in high school Benton Harbor High School Alumni. He was the first person to introduce the newest revolutionary concept of the early 90s..."the internet & email"....to me. Such a forward thinker who always challenged & respected his students. RIP Mr. Lindenfield and may God bless your beloved wife & family!
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DuWayne Robinson
October 13th, 2020 at 3:30pm
My 7th grade Civics teacher at Sorter, in the old building. I was in his class when he turned on the TV in the corner to watch the news feed when Pres Kennedy was shot and killed.He was the best teacher I ever had in my life. RIP
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Beverly Snelgrove Hibnar
October 12th, 2020 at 10:38pm
Jean,
This is Debbie Adam. My parent's were John and Yvonne. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of you and Bela. My prayers are with you....
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Debra
October 12th, 2020 at 11:20am
We were so sorry to see this notice. Bela was a good man we knew through his brother, Harris, and daughter, Mari.
Our thoughts are with the entire Lindenfeld family. This is a loss to us all. We are so sorry. Cindy and Les Miller
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Cindy Sillaway Miller
June 20th, 2020 at 8:22pm
Mr Lindenfeld was our High School Psychology teacher. We both share many happy memories of his class and his high energy to teach. He always made his class fun and we both enjoyed him not only as a teacher but as a friend. Rest in Peace Mr Lindenfeld. We’re sure you will be missed. Our sincere condolences to Mrs Lindenfeld and family.
Chip and Linda Cramer
Class of 1972
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Linda Cramer
June 17th, 2020 at 10:18pm
He was my 8Th grade Teacher he was the Best he stood up for me.When I need help with others !! He stood beside me when I didn't Know what to do about Other teachers giving me trouble !! He was Great!!! the Best!!! Gloria then Clem now Fryback
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Gloria Fryback
June 17th, 2020 at 12:59pm
We remember Bela and Jean from over 35 years ago. We used to see him on a rather regular basis and remember how he had such a love for the ham radio. He used to tell us of some interesting stories of some of his experiences when he taught at Benton Harbor High School. We also remember some of the interesting things that took place in Mexico when he and Jean would go each summer. We have lost touch through the years because of moving out of state but our thoughts of Bela are fond ones. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time Jean. May God give you strength during this time in your life.
Sincerely, Larry & Donna Williams
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Donna Williams
June 17th, 2020 at 9:37am
My condolences to the family of Bela Lindenfeld. I never had him as a teacher but I do remember him from Benton Harbor Junior High. Prayers for you all.
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Kathy Blanchard
June 13th, 2020 at 3:06pm
So sorry, I know you will miss Bela but are blessed with many memories in your heart. I enjoyed sharing with him. God bless until we meet again someday. Nancy Johns
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Nancy Johns
June 13th, 2020 at 10:56am
I knew Bela when he was a youth in high school, we were friends. Then I met him again, after many years when he was principal at Sorter School, where my children attended! He was a funny kid and a nice guy when grown, I wish I had gotten to know him even better. My sincere condolences to his family!
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Reta Smith
June 12th, 2020 at 10:22pm
Here are a couple photos of Bela - one is his write-up when doing Ham Radio in Morocco:
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Duane Durflinger
June 12th, 2020 at 7:11pm
Bela and Jean have been great friends for many years. Bela had many accomplishments in Ham Radio with his call-sign of N8SHZ, achieving very high designation on world-wide communication and contacts, as well as being President of Blossomland Amateur Radio Association multiple times. We've kept in contact throughout the years. He'll be missed by all. 73, Bela de KX8D & N8JML : Barb & Duane Durflinger
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Duane Durflinger
June 12th, 2020 at 6:20pm
