IN MEMORIAM: Ann Goedicke

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the recent passing of Ann Goedicke, who taught Home Economics, Business Math, Basic and Advanced Accounting, Keyboarding, and Single Living for juniors and seniors at JFKS from 1972 to 1998.

Those of us who were fortunate enough to attend one of her classes will always remember her endless patience, her sense of humor, her kindness—and, of course, baking our very first batch of homemade cookies with her.

Ann’s dedication to the JFKS community extended far beyond the classroom. As both a teacher and a parent, she played an active role in shaping school life. She founded the National Honor Society at JFKS and served as its faculty advisor until 1998. In 1980, she was part of the parent team that organized the very first JFKS Fun Day, an event that has since become one of our community’s cherished biennial traditions.

In addition, Ann managed the School Shop for many years together with student helpers, giving them valuable hands-on experience in running a small business. She also accompanied numerous 11th-grade class trips to the United States, creating lasting memories for generations of students.

The funeral service will be held for close family and friends only. A memorial celebration is planned for a later date.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to her husband, Peter, and to her children, Christina, Natalie, and Philipp.

If you would like to express your condolences, please send an email to alumni@jfks.net. All messages will be forwarded to the family in a timely manner.

If you prefer to send a card or letter, the JFKS Berlin Alumni e.V. will be happy to forward your message to the family. Please address your mail to:
JFKS Berlin Alumni e.V.
c/o JFKS Berlin
Teltower Damm 87–93
14167 Berlin
Germany

Please note that the school is closed for the summer holidays. We will have access to the mailbox again from mid-August onwards.