Tribute to Late Mentor

This morning, I woke up to some terrible news. My benefactor and mentor_____who hugely shaped my view on life, work, and many other things, has passed away.I’ve never met someone as equally impressive, smart and grounded as _____.

It is not that common at this stage of our careers to have professors who shape our intellect, interest, and life in general. But my mentor did that.

While we were originally brought together for academic purposes, I soon began to learn from his views and perspectives and his wealth of knowledge. That will always be fundamental for my understanding of the world.

I hope that everyone, when such people cross their paths, never take people like my mentor for granted. I certainly never did, and never will.

“You carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you.”

A man has died and taken his place, inside of heaven within its glorious space. This man who had who changed many lives was a man who was once stuck in addiction with all its lies.
He was a man who bound for hell its true. But God raised him up and made him new. He was called to start twelve step meetings; which would bring healing and hope too many whose lives were fleeting.
His work saved many people who were lost in their pain; including me who was hurting and insane. This man’s program literally saved my life; when I wanted to end it with a quick slit of a knife.
But now he’s gone, and many are mourning his loss; and I am devastated and feeling lost. I feel chained down to the floor afraid to move and depressed all the more. Never the less I am glad I met him, I am grateful that I was part of his recovery kin. Even now I remember the words he said, with the life he lived and the people he lead.
One of his last words I heard from him still rings true; God will not waste a single hurt that we’ve been through. I will still mourn his loss, but I will never forget. That god is watching over me; and is not finished with me yet.

A gentleman that acted in noble motives of men, He’s my HERO
He never demeans others when he easily can, He’s my HERO
A mentor that lives in Champions never dies, He’s my HERO
He that converted sorrow to laughter, He’s my HERO
He that we called and call sadness eraser, He’s my HEROWith humility again,
He gazes in the sky and Shining on us like a
FOREVER-SHINING SUN, He’s my HEROHe lives-on in Us and He never left Our Stories, He’s my HERO
Yes! his generosity never Stopped, forever,
His name remains our access to possibilities, He’s my HERO
We call him “Everyday Santa Claus”, He’s my HERO
He lights up homes and businesses, He’s my HEROHe never Dies, Yes! Never dies
He was my Boss and my Mentor, Yes! Never dies
His name is: _______________________
Yes! Never dies

Thank you for being there,
for showing me the path.
Thank you for always caring
and giving it all you have.
Thank you for not running
when I needed your help,
and thank you for always caring about my health.
Thank you for always staying by my side
and giving me the courage
and the pride to do things I’ve never done before.
Thank you for giving me
something to stay alive for.
Thank you for always loving me
and adoring my talents and skills.
Thank you for always being there,
for all of the sad times and the thrills.
Thank you for always telling me
what’s wrong and what’s right,
and thank you for helping me on the path to life.
Thank you my Mentor!

We all had a start,
We have been ignorant
Far of being smart,
With an artificial blank brain,
And a brave willing heart,
We were weak to stand alone,
To learn and achieve on our own,
To live we needed a mentor,
A guide through this chart,
It could be a father,
A passionate brother
Or a loving mother,
A famous great idol,
A wise careful teacher,
Or just an annoying sister,
A mentor could be anyone
Anyone that brings hope,
Anyone that could motivate us
Anyone that made us thus.
You were my friend, my mentor.

I didn’t ask for help.
Yet you heard
my inward crying voice
without a word.“When the student is ready
a teacher will appear”
somehow it seems these teachers
pop up everywhere.Your words were subtle
pointed darts
that caused me endless
fits, and starts.There was no Hallelujah Chorus
no heraldry of trumpets din
just a presence in my life
every now and then.I never asked for help
yet somehow you saw my need
and placed within my heart
an ever growing seed.You cut the bindings loose
freed me from my tethers
drifted slowly through my life
without ruffling my feathers.
Tribute to a mentor

Thank you for continually inspiring me to do my best. You help me strive for goals. I found guidance, friendship discipline and love, everything in one person. And that person was you. Rest in Peace my Mentor.

[Mentor Name] was an ideal mentor for me. Being in the same industry doesn’t always mean someone can relate but she did. Her insight and strength as a sounding board helped immensely and I feel much more confident in being able to make the right decisions for a potential change professionally. [Mentor Name] was always available and could be relied upon to not just provide feedback but valuable and objective feedback, which is hard to find. Rest in Peace my mentor

[Mentor name] and I met at a critical time in my career when I was experiencing a “career crisis.” I joke that he didn’t know what she was getting herself into. But not only did he help me get through it with the greatest of support, he continued to be there for me both personally and professionally. He became a trusted confidant, advisor and dear friend. To have someone like [Mentor name] in your life is an invaluable thing. A mentor is a resource you may not even know you are missing until you have a need for one. [Mentor Name], thank you for your mentorship and friendship!

What a great opportunity for us to thank our mentors! [Mentor name] was my mentor three years ago when I was “fresh” in my career. [Mentor name] was instrumental in providing me with knowledgeable advice and support. [Mentor name] did an incredible job of bringing out my strengths and helped me bestow confidence in myself and in my abilities. I can’t thank her enough for her time, efforts and support. [Mentor name] was a true leader in the college sports realm and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to have her as a mentor. I can confidently say that Anna was not only my mentor but also a true friend. Thank you Anna, for your guidance, support and friendship.

[Mentor name] was a phenomenal mentor. She had the patience and wisdom of a mother yet the spirited gentle touch of a friend. The wisdom she shared during our sessions was profound. She guided me in discovering solutions as she carefully listened to my issues. She was generous with her advice and made it practical by sharing personal experiences. I am grateful for her presence in my life. She helped me to be a better executive and a more patient person.

The year of my mentorship was one of the most pivotal of my life. I couldn’t be happier with the results, and I owe a lot of that to the advice and support of my mentor, [Mentor name]. We had a great time meeting up, doing fun activities. Our conversations were sincere and helpful. [Mentor name] asked the important questions, and helped me focus on what really mattered. He always listened carefully and responded thoughtfully. As a result I was encouraged to be honest and open, which made our talks more productive. I called [Mentor name] when bad news left me feeling hopeless, and I called him to celebrate when I finally got the good news I’d been waiting for. He was the wealth of knowledge and support that I had been seeking. It saddens me to come to terms with the reality of his death. RIP my mentor.