Dr. Samskar has died

Paul Lundgren Sep 28, 2009 1 Comment

WayneSamskar342Former Denfeld principal Wayne Samskar died on Friday in Appleton, Wis. He was 81.

Dr. Samskar taught and was principal at several Duluth-area schools before becoming principal at Denfeld in 1970. He’s credited with helping to establish the Greater Denfeld Foundation, which awards scholarships to outstanding students.

He retired in 1984, but helped architects design Denfeld’s gymnasium addition in 1987. He was inducted into the school’s hall of fame in 1996.

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R.I.P.

1 Comment

Zeldfelder

about 15 years ago 

Mr. Samskar was also the principal at Woodland Jr. High during the late 60s.

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