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Jessica West Castille (Kingwood, TX)
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We have lost a true gem, and she will always continue to live on in our hearts.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016 |
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Melinda Shirley (Spring, TX)
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Diane Baker was truly an amazing teacher and person. I have so many happy memories from my years in the HJ band. She inspired me to work hard and to strive to be the best in whatever I do. My thoughts and prayers are with her family; may you find comfort and peace in knowing her legacy will endure in the countless lives she has touched and inspired.
Monday, February 15, 2016 |
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David and Pam Dunivant (Sour Lake, TX)
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We will forever miss our dear friend Diane. We loved her and know we will see her again. She now flies with the Angels.
God bless her family and God daughter.
Love,
David and Pam Dunivant
Sunday, February 14, 2016 |
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/Chalone Savant (Durban)
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I wish I could be there to say goodbye in person. I so am grateful to have been part of Diane Baker's legacy. What a blessing to have been touched by her greatness - to have learned never to accept mediocrity from anyone, least of all from myself. When I recently heard the beautiful music of La Traviata I was immediately transported back to the band hall where we learned to play it for competition. She led us into an interpretation of that piece that I will never forget. Everything was a spiritual experience for her and with her. She made me truly understand and believe that all things were to be done in excellence because they were all to be done for His glory. Thank you for being who you were destined to be -- it was integral to me becoming who I was destined to be. Thank you a million times over... With a deeply grateful heart, Chalone Savant, Class of '83
Sunday, February 14, 2016 |
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Roger Moye (Houston, TX)
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My memories of the HJ Big Blue Machine and Diane Baker represent some of my fondest memories of my life. Almost 30 years later I called on her for advice regarding my own kids and their participation in middle school band. Though I had not had an occasion to see her in person since I was her student, she quickly replied to my call and offered sound advice. Words can not express the sadness and shock I felt when I learned of her passing. Thank you Ms. Baker for everything!
Saturday, February 13, 2016 |
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