DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Northridge Local School District community is mourning after the unexpected death of its teacher and band director, Jacob Lorkovic.
“This is a heartbreaking loss for our entire Northridge Family, and my thoughts and prayers are with each one of you, along with Jacob’s family, friends, colleagues, and all of the many students whose lives he touched,” wrote Superintendent Dave Jackson.
He described Lorkovic as having an energetic passion for music and his students. He said he had a genuine heart and was loved for his optimism, leadership and service.
“While his loss is deeply felt, his legacy and light will live on through the lives of the students and staff he so beautifully and energetically served,” wrote Jackson.
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“As we grieve together, we encourage everyone to lean on one another and to keep the Lorkovic family and our entire Northridge Family in your thoughts and prayers,” wrote Jackson. “Together, as a family, we will continue to support one another and honor Mr. Lorkovic’s memory. May God comfort and keep us all!”…