August J. "Augie" Badali

They say that it only takes one caring and supportive adult to make a difference in a young person's life- Mr.B was that one person in my life. He was there for me from the moment I made that first squeaky noise on my violin, through middle school band, to marching at Disney, and finally to the day I went off to college to study music and play clarinet (which he had devoted countless extra hours to teaching me in later years). He saw talents in all of his students, that we couldn't even...

My deepest condolences to the Badali family. I will always remember Mr. B. for his kindness, knowledge and never-ending patience as my clarinet instructor during my elementary school years. I'm positive that he's now making beautiful music with the Angels!

I had the privilege of knowing Augie from school and church! His love of music engaged us all and left an undeniable love of music. Prayers for all he has left behind.

He was such a kind man, sensitive to an elementary student's needs. Both my husband at Karns City and me at Moniteau fondly remember him as our music director and are glad to have known him. Prayers to his family.
Lisa and Rick Mueller
Erie, PA

Augie was well loved, respected and big hearted. His kindness, ability to make everyone welcome and quirky wit will be missed. Our friendship was much too short but memories will be long-lived. Thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family.

Thankful for the start on clarinet Mr. Badali gave me.

I was a student of Mr Badali early in his teaching acrreer at Karns City. He was a no nonsense teacher with one thing in mind and, that was to teach music to not so great musicians like myself. I am glad to have known him and had him as my teacher. I have gone on to other things in life and have traveled extensively but he always remained. I told my son just this year a story about him which was enjoyable. For Mr Badli's family I am sorry for the loss of your loved one.

What a beautiful man. Had many a good time. God bless

Sending fond memories from Arizona. Augie was a blessing in our lives and we will miss the lively and funny phone conversations. We will forever hold dear in our hearts your and Rosemarie's visit in 2011. May our Lord and Savior hold you tenderly in His arms as He welcomes you home. In love and deepest sympathy, Richard & Carolyn Schenk