‘One of our true legends’ Coffee County mourns the lack of beloved educator and photographer Walter Jardine

COFFEE COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — The Coffee County neighborhood is mourning the lack of retired instructor, photographer and journalist Walter Jardine.

Jardine handed away Saturday after an prolonged sickness, in keeping with Douglas Now.

Jardine spent 32 years as an educator and coach within the Coffee County School System, however many individuals throughout South Georgia knew him greatest for his images.

With his lengthy hair, signature beard and digicam at all times close by, Jardine grew to become a well-known face at sporting occasions throughout Georgia and Florida. He photographed all the pieces from native recreation league tournaments to NFL and MLB video games all through his profession.

Coffee High School additionally honored Jardine’s legacy, calling him “one of our true legends.” In a social media publish, the college described him as greater than a instructor and coach — but in addition a mentor, pal and beloved member of the Trojan household.

The faculty stated by means of his digicam lens, Jardine captured “moments, memories, achievements, and the spirit of our community for generations to cherish.”

Community members say Jardine’s influence stretched far past the sidelines and into the lives of generations of scholars, athletes and households throughout Coffee County.

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