In Memory of David Soots
David Soots, beloved teacher at Bishop Chatard High School from 1974 to 2003, recently passed away while traveling in Madrid, Spain.
'Mr. Soots' was at Bishop Chatard for 29 years, teaching English, Comparative World Culture and American Literature. He was very active on the BCHS campus serving as English department chair, moderator of yearbook/newspaper, tennis coach, senior class sponsor, and much more.
He was a world traveler, wonderful teacher and friend. His countless contributions to our school have made him a BCHS icon.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Monday, January 2, 2012, from 4-8 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Council 3660, 511 E. Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227. (Entrance to the facility parking lot is immediately east of the CVS.) A toast in David's honor will take place at 6:30 p.m.
The Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1530 S. Union St., Indianapolis, IN 46225. A private burial will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, or the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 3001 E. 30th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46218.
Visit In Remembrance for more about his life and accomplishments.
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