Tedde Moore, the actor best known for playing Ralphie Parker’s teacher in 1983’s A Christmas Story, has died at the age of 79.

Moore died Wednesday in Huntsville, Ontario, according to a statement shared on her Facebook page. No cause of death was announced.

“On Wednesday August 5th under sunny skies overlooking Fairy Lake, Tedde passed away surrounded by family physically and spiritually in her beloved Huntsville Muskoka,” the post reads.

“Her bravery in this choice was almost overwhelming, beyond beautiful and also difficult. Forever the teacher, she had a quote for every occasion and a special way of touching the lives and hearts of everyone she met. Her magic and love will be remembered by all she took under her generous and welcoming wings.”

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