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BAILLIE, Margaret MARGARET (MAGGIE) BAILLIE Margaret (Maggie) Baillie died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Maggie was born in Teignmouth, South Devon, UK in 1944. Maggie was educated at the Convent of Notre Dame, La Sainte Union University in Southampton and Institute Brittanique in France. After marrying Paul, they travelled and worked worldwide. In the next decade Maggie taught in Windhoek, Namibia; in Empangeni and Benoni, South Africa; in Saudi Arabia and in Germany. In the early 80s they settled in the USA moving to Atlanta in 1986 where Maggie's international teaching credentials were a perfect fit for the newly established Atlanta International School (AIS) where she has taught ever since. At AIS her sparkling wit, dynamic teaching and selfless dedication to duty made her a popular and beloved teacher, colleague, mentor and friend. The stories friends tell about Maggie are legendary. Her spirit and enthusiastic enjoyment of life will remain with all who knew her. Maggie is survived by her Husband, Paul Baillie; Step-son Stuart; Step-daughters Leslie and Elizabeth, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson; her Parents Margaret (Rita) and Ernest Menghini of Teignmouth, South Devon and Brother John Paul Menghini and Sister-in-Law Donna Ann Menghini of Poughkeepsie, NY. The family will receive friends Friday, July 10, 2009 from 11:30 to 1:30 pm at H.M. Patterson & Son Oglethorpe Hill Chapel, 4550 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319. A celebration of Maggie Baillie's life will be held in the Auditorium of Atlanta International School, 2890 North Fulton Drive, Atlanta, GA 30305 on Friday, August 21, 2009 at 4:00 pm. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Maggie Baillie Memorial Fund, Atlanta International School, 2890 North Fulton Drive, Atlanta, GA 30305 (404-841-3869).

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jul. 9, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
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Charlotte Hasler

August 23, 2009

August 24
Maggie was a wonderful person always ready to help. I will never forget her great sense of humor and understanding for other people. I will miss her.

Barbara Reed

August 9, 2009

Maggie was a dear friend to me and will be greatly missed. She could always lift my spirts and make me laugh no matter how down I felt. She was a very special and loving person.

Leslie Gerber-Mann

July 9, 2009

Maggie was a wonderful friend with a great generosity of spirit. I will miss her "popping over" on a Sunday afternoon for a cup of tea and a lively discussion. She had a great wit and a caring heart. I will think of her often.

John Mann

July 9, 2009

Since 1983 when I met Maggie and Paul, Maggie has been a dear friend and like family. She was a constant delight through all of these years with her wit, her support and caring. I will miss her very much.

c dixon

July 9, 2009

may your heart be comforted by the memories of your dear loved one margerat.also keep in mind the god of all comfort who gives all of us comfort in time of need.2corinthians1:3,4

Gillian Horsley

July 9, 2009

Maggie you have inspired so many students worldwide to give of their very best. You loved the English language and that love was infectious. Your wonderful joy and terrific sense of humour coupled with your passion for people will be sorely missed. As a colleague, friend and teacher I salute you. Rest in peace after a job so well done. I am privileged to call you friend.

Joan Hinshaw

July 9, 2009

Maggie was blessed with the gift of wit and gab. I will miss her ability to connect with people and arrange get -togethers. She had the best taste in e-mail jokes- always objective and understanding. We will continue her legacy of connecting with people. A lover of life and people.

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