In Memory

Joseph Forcinelli, Ph. D.

 

 

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Oak Park Cemetery - Claremont, CA



 
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10/10/13 06:50 PM #1    

Murray Mack Gilkeson III (1968)

Dr. Forcinelli was an inspring teacher whom we were fortunate to have at the high school level.  His courses in Philosophy and World Religions were outstanding experiences and really cemented my love of the humanities.


11/20/13 09:38 PM #2    

Liza Marie Nesbitt (Sauls) (1974)

He was one of the most outstanding teachers I've ever had, igniting interest in subjects I never imagined would be interesting at that age! Truly a brilliant man, whose enthusiasm for and knowledge of his subject knew no boundaries. 


11/21/13 06:34 AM #3    

Douglas Rosenow (1965)

Doctor F's "Introduction to Philosophy" was a highlight of my day. Exposure to the Great Thinkers pointed up that almost any theory is arguable, and at a minimum forces the listener to consider facets/angles of the subject that both reveal and flesh out its complexities. The Socratic Dialogues made for fascinating reading, with a question always following what seemed the end-game/denoument/neck-shot answer. It was invaluable preparation for later dealings with any female, and for the tormentings of law school profs. Now that you've access to all the answers, our treasured teacher--what IS the question? RIP, and Semper Fi. Doug, Class of '65


11/21/13 09:22 AM #4    

Jo Anne Gilkeson (Powell) (1972)

Dr. Forcinelli was a gentle, open minded professor who constantly provoked thought and debate in his students.  I still remember reading "The Fountainhead" in his humanities class and the profound questions he asked of us.  I will always remember him fondly.   


11/21/13 05:03 PM #5    

John Gordan "Jack" Myers (1989)

I had him a few times at CHS as a sub he was a neat guy and I am glad he went home to God!


11/21/13 07:30 PM #6    

Sharon Malysiak (Baker) (1965)

I had him for History of World Religions. It was truly one of the most challenging and memorable classes I had at CHS after our move here in our Junior year. Loved his class, and loved this gentle man. I  actually rose to his expectations and even surprised myself. Was much more interested in athletics and socialization. 


02/26/16 11:13 AM #7    

Jill Karen Patterson (1970)

We were really lucky to have a teacher of this caliber at CHS.  He also served as a minister for the Mt. Baldy church. 


08/20/17 09:14 PM #8    

Scott William Cochran (1987)

   Yes we were lucky to have had him.  I had Doc for two different classes, history and creative writing.  My first impressions of him when I first saw him was, "Who the heck is this guy?".  No two class sessions were the same and each one was a unique experience.  He encouraged me to participate where otherwise i would not have.  He communicated advanced concepts in simple terms that we could understand.

     I remember him talking about his time in WWII in the Army, his son Marcus who died of cancer, a book he wrote about Marcus and how he taught at Harvard University once.

 

He was one of a kind and unparalleled in his ability to guide a class discussion and stimulate your own thoughts.


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