It is with great sadness that I share the passing of Mr. Christopher Niver, a beloved Physical Education teacher at George Southard Elementary School. Mr. Niver dedicated 33 years of service to the Lockport City School District, touching the lives of countless students, families, and colleagues throughout his long and impactful career.
Christopher was deeply respected, well-loved, and brought joy, energy, and positivity to his work each day. His commitment to our students and his influence on our school community will be felt for many years to come. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Many of you may know that his wife, Mrs. Teresa Niver, is a teacher at Anna Merritt Elementary School. Please keep her and the entire Niver family in your thoughts during this incredibly difficult time. Our heartfelt prayers go out to his family, friends, and all those who are grieving.
For those who wish to learn more about his life, service, and the arrangements to honor his memory, his obituary is available at the following link: https://pruddenandkandt.com/tribute/details/5605/Christopher-Niver
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the following services:
Visitation
Tuesday, December 16, from 4:00–7:00 p.m.
Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home
242 Genesee Street, Lockport
Mass of Christian Burial
Wednesday, December 17, at 10:00 a.m.
St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
168 Chestnut Street, Lockport
As we grieve this loss, we hold Chris’s wife, family, and friends close in our hearts, along with the many students he taught throughout his career in Lockport schools. Please know that our learning community continues to stand together in care and support during this difficult time.
Thank you for honoring Chris’s memory and for caring for one another as a school community.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mathis Calvin
Superintendent of Schools
Lockport City School District