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'Mother Theresa Of The Class:' Former Newark Teacher Lillian Whitaker Dies 'Mother Theresa Of The Class:' Former Newark Teacher Lillian Whitaker Dies
'Mother Theresa Of The Class:' Former Newark Teacher Lillian Whitaker Dies Hackensack's schools are mourning the loss of Ms. Lillian Kelly Whitaker, an educational leader who dedicated nearly five decades of her life to inspiring and nurturing the children of Hackensack.  Whitaker passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 31, leaving behind a legacy of passion, service, and excellence, the Hackensack Education Association announced New Year's Day.  Whitaker most recently served as principal of Nellie K. Parker Elementary School. However, sources tell Daily Voice she was out sick for most of the school year. “Ms. Whitaker's love of education was instilled in her when…

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by Cecilia Levine