San Francisco CA – The passing of Vernon Marcaida, a Computer Science Teacher at Stratford School, has left the community in mourning. Vernon, who hailed from San Francisco, California, departed on Friday, December 8, 2023, leaving a heartfelt message from loved ones indicating a deep sense of loss.
The cause of his untimely passing was not disclosed in the post shared on Saturday, echoing the sentiments of heartache and longing to reunite someday for shared moments of board games and camaraderie in the virtual world of ‘Animal Crossing’.
Vernon Marcaida dedicated himself to a remarkable educational journey, graduating from Archbishop Riordan High School in 2004. He pursued higher education at various institutions, including City College of San Francisco, Academy of Art University, Skyline College, and San Francisco State University, culminating in a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts in 2018.
Throughout his life, Vernon ventured into diverse roles and professions. From teaching assistance and coaching at Archbishop Riordan High School to various roles in communications, student support services, and entertainment, he showcased a broad spectrum of skills and passions.
Evan King posted on Facebook,
” RIP to a Crusader brother. He led with unconditional love and compassion, impacted a lot of lives, and made his moments count. We led a lot of retreats together, and he was a friend and role model I admired for always setting an effective tone balanced with great humor. If you remember Vern from Riordan, please consider contributing to this fund to support his family during this difficult time.”
Transitioning to the field of education, Vernon found his calling as a Computer Science Teacher at Stratford School, where his impact was deeply felt by colleagues and students alike.
In the wake of his passing, a GoFundMe campaign initiated by Vanah Marie Marcaida aims to offer financial support to Vernon’s grieving family. The fundraiser set a goal of $25,000, and the community has contributed $8,365 at the time of this writing, with 89 individuals extending their support.
As San Francisco mourns the loss of Vernon Marcaida, the outpouring of support and remembrance reflects the profound impact he made in both his professional and personal spheres.
