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Natalie BAINE Obituary


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BAINE, Natalie NATALIE ANN BAINE Natalie Ann Baine, 20, of Roswell, GA, died Jan. 11, 2013 as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident earlier in the week. Natalie attended the University of Alabama, where she was a Junior year honor student. She was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Natalie was recently accepted to study abroad in her major of Accounting, and had plans to attend graduate school. Natalie graduated from Roswell High School in 2010. She started playing basketball at age 5, and eventually became a 4 year starter on the varsity team. As a sign of her physical and mental toughness, Natalie was the all-time leader in consecutive starts at Roswell with 111, and was point guard on the first regional championship team in 30 years. She was also proud to be a member of the Georgia Hoopstars Elite Basketball team. Always quick with a smile, Natalie knew no strangers and was never one to sit still. She loved sports, which was second only to her family and friends. Her energy, enthusiasm, and love of life were felt by everyone that had the good fortune of meeting her. Even in death, Natalie continues to spread her unselfish kindness. By donating her organs, Natalie has already given life to a 13 year old that needed a heart, a middle age man who received her liver, and her two kidneys found a 17 yr old female and a 28 yr old male recipient today. She is preceded in death by her MATERNAL GRANDMOTHER, MARGARET VANCE, HER FRATERNAL GRANDFATHER, ROBERT BAINE, and her cousin Spencer McIllwain. She is survived by her loving family - Mother, Janet (Vance) Korowitz and Stepfather, Bill Korowitz, Roswell, GA; Father, Matt Baine and Stepmother Delpha Pitts, Tulsa, OK; brother Nathan Baine, and sisters Erica, Lauren and Lexi Korowitz, all of Roswell, GA; sisters Jessie Pitts and Lauren Pitts, both of Tulsa, OK; and Maternal Grandfather James Vance, Fraternal Grandmother Dorothy Baine and Grandmother Ann Korowitz. Visitation will be held at Roswell Funeral Home, 950 Mansell Rd., Roswell Ga on Thur., Jan. 17th from 2 -4 and 5-9 p.m., The Funeral mass will be held at St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church, 11330 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 at 11:30 AM on Fri., Jan. 18th. Natalie will then be flown to Tulsa, OK for services and burial at Floral Haven Cemetery in Broken Arrow, OK. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Natalie's name at St Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Roswell Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2013.
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Janet & Bill: - There are no words that make this easier, there are only memories of that wonderful lady you raised to live on forever. I have grieved with you and for you since learning of the accident...I prayed for understanding during the mass, I watched you cheer on not only Erika this weekend, but Madalynne, Lexie and all the other GA Family Members...your family is a truly special group of souls. I am sorry. So very sorry....one day, we will uunderstand because Natalie will help us understand. She believed she could fly...she will help us touch the sky that carries her soul.

Christina Larkin

January 22, 2013

I am so sorry for your family's loss. May God be with you all. He will get you through this.

Coleen Ott

January 22, 2013

My thoughts are with your family. May she rest in peace.

Irene

January 21, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

G. Freeman

January 21, 2013

Words can not fully express this tragedy. My heart goes out to the Baine family. Please be assured that in this difficult time God sees your sorrow. Though difficult you will make it through, by dwelling on the wonderful memories you have of Natalie and your faith in the creator as the God of all comfort. 1John 5:7.

She will be missed by many.

PM

January 21, 2013

To the family of Natalie Ann Baine: Condolences, Prayers in the wake of your tremendous loss. Natalie achieved much in her short life span, beyond, giving life to others. She will be greatly missed by many.

WJ Shiflett

January 20, 2013

I just read this in the TulsaWorld and it touched home. My heart goes out to the family of this tragedy. So very sorry for your loss....prayers are with you.

Eric

January 20, 2013

Dear Family,

As a parent of children that also graduated from Roswell High School I want to send my condolences to the family of Natalie Baine. This is a tragic loss. Your daughter seemed like so many of Roswell's youth - full of life and excitement. You may wonder how to cope with this sudden loss. This brochure has been helpful to me when I've lost someone I loved - it may be helpful to you too. I would like to share this with you.
http://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/1101994007

Lisa Richardson

January 19, 2013

May god's PEACE and WONDROUS love wrap arms around the beautiful family of Natalie, there are so many prayers being sent out for all of you. The Blessed Angel Natalie looking down upon those lives she shall forever touch strangers and family. A wonderful soldier she is. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Starr Rohr (Parker)

January 19, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

EG

January 18, 2013

I didn't know Natalie, but I go to school with her sister 5th grade sister. I am praying for you.

Makenzie Steidl

January 18, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Denny & Sue Ragan

January 18, 2013

Our prayers are with you in the most difficult time. Phil 4:13, Mike, Jan and Lauren Gallo

Mike, Jan and Lauren Gallo

January 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Christa Deeden

January 18, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Words can't express it. Prayers for you and your family during this very difficult time

Lewandowski Susan

January 18, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

EG

January 17, 2013

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Rosalia, Jimmie and Trinity Reign Cunningham

January 17, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for this very difficult time. David, Linda and Jessica Parker

David Parker

January 17, 2013

My sincerest condolences to all the Baine family and friends as regards to the tragic loss of your dear Natalie. No doubt she will continue to live on in your hearts and in your memories, and in the memories of those whose lives she touched and helped. May you all continue to rely on God in this time of grief, because He will strengthen you - Psalms 27:14.

Jenae

January 17, 2013

Janet & Coach Bill,
We will continue to keep you all in our prayers and spirit in hopes that God will provide you all the necessary comfort, healing and understanding associated with loss of Natalie. Terek, Brooke, and I know that you two will keep all of the kids close, but keep each other closer as there will be days, events and holidays which will seem impossible to get through - and will truly require you to lean on each other. Remember to make entries in the Family Journal, and over time, you will have one amazing memoir of Natalie, made possible by the ones who knew her and loved her the most, her family. Peace and love be with all of you...

Mary Brooks Green

January 17, 2013

May Natalie rest in the arms of the angels. Our deepest sympathies and our prayers are, and have been with you during this tragic time. We pray for comfort and strength for her entire family.

Les and Judy (Parker) Bigelow

January 17, 2013

The words do not exist to describe how profoundly sad we are. Elisabeth learned of Natalie's death last night. We have been crying ever since. Since those amazing experiences with our beloved Pistols Purple team, we have always felt as if Natalie was one of our own. She was the soul and the spark of that team. Though Elisabeth and Natalie went off to new adventures, we often wondered aloud about Natalie and what she was up to. She never knew what an inspiration she was to us. We wanted to share an excerpt from an essay Elisabeth wrote about your precious little girl.

“What is character? Character is my friend Natalie Baine. Though I would not understand until years later, Natalie, age ten, defined character for me in the most profound way. She had just won the most important basketball game of our lives, a game that no one believed we could win, except us. We wanted to win that game more than anything, ever. Down by one point with four seconds left and without the ball, Natalie made an impossible steal, raced four girls the length of the court, and made a buzzer beating shot. Teammates, coaches and parents hoisted her on our shoulders in absolute delirious joy. She was our hero, a rock star! But she wasn't celebrating. She was frantically searching the crowd. And all I could hear her saying was ‘it was Elisabeth, it was Elisabeth, she tipped me the ball, where's Elisabeth?!' Not one single person in that entire gym could know that but her, and no one ever had to know. But for Natalie, it wasn't all about Natalie; it was about the team. That in all its subtlety is character in its purest form, inscribed on my soul forever by my ten year old friend Natalie Baine.”

She made us all so proud that day and we count that memory and the many others with her among our most precious. Those memories will make us smile for the rest of our lives. She will always be the smiling, mischievous, never-quit little girl in the purple knee pads. Please take comfort in knowing that she touched so many in her short life. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Steve, Lisa, Elisabeth & Wilson

January 17, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

G. Johnson

January 17, 2013

Our family is so sorry for your family's loss. We are eternally greatful for the gifts of life given with Natalie life. I know a 13 yr. old girl who will is up and about because of Natalie's gift. God Bless Your family from Victoria's.

January 17, 2013

I'm so sorry. I didn't know Natalie but I ran across her obituary and felt such sadness for her and your family, I had to write. My prayers are with you.

Sherry Ledford

January 17, 2013

We will keep you in our prays that God will help you fined some peace in the days to come. Love, Scott and Mary Silver

January 17, 2013

You do not know me, my name is Jayne Ingram and I am a friend of Beverly Thomas, Morgan's Mom.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be in the days and months to come.
My heart aches for you at this time.
II Cor. 4:16-18

January 17, 2013

I do not know your family but read Natalie's story on WSBtv's site. What a beautiful angel she is. I am so sorry for your loss but what beautiful gifts she left behind. I hope that helps relieve some of your pain and grief.
K. Jones - Acworth, GA

karen jones

January 17, 2013

i am so sorry for your lost may THE GOD , of refuge help families and friends to cope in these time of distress. PSALM 46;1 ,2 GA.

January 17, 2013

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I taught Nat as a 10th grader and she was a ray of sunshine with a HUGE heart. What a heart! She will be sorely missed, but heaven definitely received an angel. My heart breaks for your family and her friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Justin Sanderson

January 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

EG

January 17, 2013

To the Baine family as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

S.Griggs

January 17, 2013

Sincere condolences and comfort to family and friends.Isa.12:2.

January 17, 2013

Our daughter Nicole attends The University of Alabama. She has spoke often of her new friend Natalie that they had become friends this year. She had told me recently that she had a great personality & was such an easy person to be with....It's not how long you know a person but the impact that they had on you. Our family is deeply saddened for the loss of your beautiful daughter. With our deepest sympathy we pray for your family.

The Sosnow Family

January 16, 2013

My heartfelt condolence to the Baine family. May God bless and comfort you all.(Rev.20:13,14)

your neighbor, Bev.

January 16, 2013

In the summer of 2009, Natalie worked at the Lady Hornets' basketball camp. My daughter was the youngest, smallest girl, having just finished second grade. On the second morning of camp my daughter did not want to go inside. Just then, Natalie was arriving and, on her own initiative, gave my daughter a great pep talk. They went inside together and Natalie rebounded as my daughter tried so hard to throw a basketball as high as the rim. My daughter had a great rest of the week, and during Natalie's senior year we loved going to Lady Hornet games and cheering for her. You often never know when you touch others in loving ways, and I'm not sure Natalie would even recall that act of kindness, but she was and always will be an angel. May God's love and grace be with her family and friends today and always.

Bill Nicholson

January 16, 2013

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Peg (Psalm 34:18)

January 16, 2013

My son attends the University of Alabama. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God continue to comfort you.

Brandi Jones

January 16, 2013

To Natalie's parents and siblings, we are so sorry for your loss. Natalie was a good friend to my daughter Casey and they so enjoyed playing basketball together on the Roswell varsity team. I have prayed for your famly and for Natalie every day and will continue to do so. Know that Natalie will be remembered in the hearts of her high school friends and their families. Thank you for sharing her with us.

From Casey Crum's mom - Terri Casey

Terri Casey

January 16, 2013

Janet, Bill & Family - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Goodyear

January 16, 2013

Prayers and wishes for great strength to the Baine and Korowitz families. Find peace and may God bless you during this time.

Jeff Murrah

January 16, 2013

Our prayers are with your family
The Hazelwood Family

January 16, 2013

"Death, where is your victory? Death where is your sting?, But thanks to God for He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." 1Cor.15:55&57.

Chris H.

January 16, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to all of you. May your special, sweet memories of Natalie bring you some comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Wendi Shove

January 16, 2013

I am truly sorry for your loss. The family is in my prayers. Psalms 37:11

January 16, 2013

Job in chapter 14 asked the question,"Can a man live again?", then he answered,"HE WILL CALL AND I SHALL ANSWER".GOD Jehovah, has a yearning to bring humans back to life.Sorry for your lost.

January 16, 2013

My condolences to the Baine family. We are told at ISAIAH 51:12, "I myself am the one that is comforting you people".

January 16, 2013

May God give you comfort and peace at this time. Natalie was such a beautiful girl with an amazing smile. She will definitely be missed.

The Lynch Family
Dana, Brittany and Dominique

January 16, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

P Sharpe ( Isaiah 12:2 )

January 16, 2013

To the Baine family, we are so sorry for your loss may the God of comfort bring you peace. All of us can take strength from jesus words at (Jon.11:25)

M Gill

January 16, 2013

The sting of death is painful; but there is hope. For death will soon be swallowed, the Lord Christ Jesus has the victory. [2Cor. 15:55]

Cathy

January 16, 2013

Janet & Bill and Family - While there are simply no appropriate words at a moment like this, please know that you are in the hearts and minds of so many. May your precious memories of Natalie bring you much comfort. God's Blessings for you all.

Lori Van de Veire

January 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

EG

January 16, 2013

May God b with u

January 16, 2013

At news of such a tragic accident our deepest condolences go out to all of you. The recovery ahead will not be easy but have faith in whats stated at (1 cor 1:3)

Des Archibald

January 16, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

S.Griggs

January 16, 2013

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