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Lisa Goines Obituary

Lisa Goines Born January 2, 1947. Beloved wife, sister and mother. Departed unexpectedly on the morning of February 6, 2009. Registered Nurse, graduated 1967 St. Luke's; San Francisco Pastry Chef at Chez Panisse for 15 years; Neonatal Nurse at Alta Bates for 20 years. Survived by her mother, Wanda Goines; husband, Louis Hagler; daughters, Hannah and Lydia; stepdaughters, Pamela and Debra; grandson Cody Jacob; and beloved siblings, David, Lawrence, Lincoln, Elisabeth, Daniel and Sarah. Donations in her name may be made to: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Foundation (ABSMC NICU).

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Feb. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Lisa Goines

22 Entries

Debra Barriger

February 5, 2011

To our friends and family near this two year mark, we miss Lisa everyday. She added so much to our lives. My Cody was so lucky to have her, as I was I.
Love
Deb

Jessica Russell

January 25, 2010

Lisa was our twins' nurse when they were in the NICU at Alta Bates in 2008. She was one of our favorites because of her honesty and outspoken nature. She taught us a lot. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing.

Gail Nelson

November 10, 2009

I just learned of Lisa's death. She was my "big sister" at St. Luke's, and was very inspirational. We re-connected by phone in 1998, when I became an NP. She was such a wonderful professional and fun person. She will be greatly missed.

helen noorthoek

November 6, 2009

I just found out about Lisa's death.I met Lisa when we were both looking for a nurse refresher course and we were both accepted into the program. We were ableto commute together for some of the time and tho I was a bit older than her we had such fun together and were able to get togetherfor some meals later then our new jobs took us each on our own journey. I will always remember her pink stethescope she bought to celebrate!! If someone hasthe time to tell me what happened I would really appreciate it. Helen Noorthoek(Orinda)

David A. Brown

March 10, 2009

Louis, Hannah & Lydia:

I only have just now learned to Lisa's death and am devastated. I pray that her memory will be a blessing to all of you for the rest of your lives.

valerie ballard

March 3, 2009

Lisa is loved and will be missed very much, your in my prayers and always will be. love val

Ricki Entenmann

March 2, 2009

Lisa was such an inspiration for me as I became a new nurse. I consider it a great honor and pleasure to know her. I will continue to wear those chicken scrubs with pride:) Thank you Lisa!
To Lois, Hannah, Lydia and the rest of the Goines crew- We are so deeply sorry for your incredible loss.

Laurie Goines

March 2, 2009

Lisa was my sister...I knew her my whole life and I will miss her the rest of mine.She was an inspiration to my family(three daughters are nurses)...we miss her. Laurie & Linda

Vicki Flood

February 26, 2009

Goines family, Hannah, Lydia and Luis:
Lisa and I became friends in 1990. We shared the love of cooking, gardening, being the best mother-baby nurses we could, and most importantly the love of family-particularly our children. I eagerly anticipated spending an 8 hour shift with Lisa. We were all lucky duckies to work with someone who was passionate about welcoming babies into the world, and ensuring that moms and dads had the skills and confidence to do their best! And she had such a blast doing it! Her intention to live a joyful and purposeful life was evident in everything she did and I feel privileged to have been a part of it. She was a magic compass for many- how she live her life is a sweet reminder to be mindful of making time for those we love, playing hard, showing compassion to all, enjoying your work and taking every opportunity to be joyful. She was so happy to have found her soulmate-Luis. I shall miss her and take solace in knowing how many seeds of kindness she planted in her life.. and how many bees and froggies are happy that she did!

Gail McIntyre

February 17, 2009

To Lisa's family,
I am a volunteer in the NICU. Lisa was one of the nurses I always looked forward to seeing every Wednesday. Her silliness was a breath of fresh air. Her openness and acceptance toward others was inspirational. She was the person who used "cruciferous" in an everyday conversation about vegetables and laughed when teased about it. She used to refer to the mallet that Louis had handy in case she needed a good bop... all her many warm and happy references to you, the humor you two shared was so obviously grounded in her deep love of you. She reminded me that compassion was so much better than judgement. Lisa's was the professional I looked to for help. She always gave it with a smile, twinkling eyes, clarity, kindness, and joy of living. I only knew Lisa from my Wednesday's in the NICU. I was priviledged to count her as a friend. I will try to honor that by remembering that life is very fickle; that every day is worth living to the fullest... with a smile, compassion, open to the possibilites that the day offers and with a few giggles as well.
I will miss her terribly.

Gay Gale

February 16, 2009

I met Lisa in 1985 when she started on night shift in the NICU at Alta Bates. We learned we shared a fondness for Monty Python and rubber chickens, and this interest continued over the years. Lisa shared with me that our recent chicken acquisitions were sent to Hannah when she was in NYC, and it is my hope that you, Hannah, will carry on our beloved tradition.
Wanda, Louis, Hannah, and Lydia--Lisa was one in a million. Her dedication to the things she believed in, humor, smile, and love for her family will always be with us.

Paula Palesi

February 15, 2009

Dear Hannah, Lydia and Louis.
You are all so wonderful, Lisa loved each one of you very much. As you know Lisa and I had a very special relationship. She would often share with me how wonderful her life was because you. Hannah, Lydia it was so wonderful to see Lisa's eyes light up when she talked about you.
She loved you both so much and was so proud of the women you have become. Louis, she once told me you were her soul mate and that she had finally had gotten it right. Lisa will forever be in my heart, as you I will miss her.
Paula Palesi
Clayton Ca.

Sara and Greg Robb

February 13, 2009

Dear Hannah, Lydia, and Louis,
Greg and I were privileged to know Lisa for the last 30 years. Though we didn't see her often, every time we did, she left a smile on our faces. What a love she was, and the woman she was shows in you two, her daughters. I told you both this at the funeral, but I'll say it again; your Mom must have been so proud to have seen how openhearted you both are. Though it made me cry to hear you both, it also made my heart full to see how beautifully you two mirror your Mom's love. To Louis, we're so sorry you lost this love so soon. To all of you, may you be comforted by how much Lisa was loved by so many people during her life. Love, Sara and Greg

Dianne Morgon Rank

February 13, 2009

Dear Wanda, Hannah, Lydia and Louis,
I was a classmate of Lisa's at St. Luke's and I am a retired NICU nurse as well. Lisa's sunny smile will stay with me forever. I believe that every child of God has a special place in His plan. I wish I could share with you many hilarious stories of our special days of training - maybe some day that will happen. Until then, Please know that your Lisa, is loved, respected, honored and missed. Respectfully and peacefully, Blessings Be, Dianne

Diana Hendry, RD

February 13, 2009

To the family of Lisa Goines,
I was the NICU dietitian at ABMC since 2000 until recently when I had my first baby. I can't tell you how much Lisa touched my life. She had a presence about her that I can't quite explain. She glowed, she was always positive, she always smiled, she always took things in stride, didn't get stressed out, amazed and comforted families in our NICU. She gave me so much support throughout my pregnancy. She really contributed to my life. I'll never, ever forget Lisa!

Sophie Aissen

February 13, 2009

Dear Hannah, Lydia and Louis,
You're in my thoughts. Thoughts of lemon tarts, lipstick, perfect crust and laughter keep swirling through my heart. Drawing on the kitchen table on Capistrano. Gezpatcho. Popcorn and movies. Picking berries in Oregon. I love Lisa and I love you.
Sophie

Christine Carter

February 12, 2009

Dear Lydia,

Our whole family is thinking of you lots during this difficult time. Fiona sends you her love and constant admiration. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you or any member of your family.

love,
Christine Carter and the whole McLaughlin family

Martha Van Orshoven

February 12, 2009

Lisa was a wonderful, funny, smart and kind woman. My heart goes out to her family at this time.

CC Walker

February 11, 2009

Lisa came into my life at a time when I desperately needed support. She freely shared her experience, strength and hope and provided important guidance to me during that difficult period; I will be eternally grateful for her gift. This is a great loss for all of us who knew and were touched by her.

My thoughts and prayers are with her family now.

CC

Sarah&Bryan

February 11, 2009

Dear Lydia,

Sarah and I are so sorry for your loss. At today's service we could not help but think that so many of the qualities that people cherish about your mom, we see in you. You and your sister are her legacy, and you demonstrated that with honor and grace today. We have no doubt that your mom is beaming with pride.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

much love,

Sarah and Bryan

Donna Martinez RN

February 11, 2009

Dear Hannah, Lydia, and Louis,
I absolutely loved and adored Lisa. Twenty years ago as a new nurse at Alta Bates NICU, Lisa was assigned as my preceptor. She taught me everything she knew about being a NICU nurse. Most recently, she was assigned as my mentor. Over the past twenty years she has shared stories of Hannah and Lydia growing up and most recently stories of Lydia's wedding and how she met Louis. Lisa's face would absolutely glow when she talked about her family. She loved all of you so very much! I will miss her horribly but, I will find comfort in knowing that I am one of the NICU nurses who will always carry a piece of Lisa's nursing practice inside of my own and for that I am forever grateful. Thank you for sharing Lisa with me and all of my colleagues in the NICU. I know that I can speak for everyone in our unit when I say that we loved her so very much. There was not a single person in our unit whose life she didn't touch in some way. My thoughts, prayers, and love go out to your entire family during this extremely difficult time.

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