Jane-Smisor Bastien-Obituary

Jane Smisor Bastien

La Jolla, California

1936 - 2018

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BrightFocus Foundation

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Jane Smisor Bastien January 15, 1936 - March 27, 2018 La Jolla A beloved wife, mother and grandmother and an internationally renowned piano teacher, pedagogue and musician, Jane Bastien passed away on March 27, 2018, in La Jolla, CA surrounded by her family and her two dogs. A passionate piano...

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Heartfelt condolences. Letter following. 17 December 2018.
David Le Mire

The FTD Pastel Peace Basket

Gladys and Herb were my uncle and aunt. My grandma Edna Smisor was Herb's sister. Aunt Gladys came to visit us many times in Sterling when I was a boy. Please let us know when you will be in Sterling for the burial and Julane Smisor Ediger, your aunt, and I will meet you at the cemetery and then you'll have to come over to my house in Sterling. I didn't know how to contact you. FYI I am an accomplished organist and have used the Bastien series for years to teach piano.

Jane played a significant part in the lives of our grandchildren,Evan and Kelly. We are forever grateful for her excellent teaching, her love for music and for the students she taught.
"May tender memories soften your grief, May fond recollection bring you relief, And may you find comfort and peace in the thought of the joy that knowing your mother brought... For time and space can never divide or keep your loved one from your side. When memory paints in colors true, the happy hours that...

Jane grew up in Hutchinson, KS next door to my late husband, Larry Giffin. They were fast friends until they grew up. I knew Jane also, after I moved to Hutchinson in 1955. She was a really great girl and so very talented. We stayed in contact with each other through the years. I was sad to hear that she had passed away. Jane's mother and my mother-in-law were good friends until they died. So many good memories about Jane and her Mom. Jane's mother also taught piano from her home for...

I miss you Jane!
I wish we had more little 'chats'
You'll always be in my thoughts.

I am sorry for the loss of your love one. During the days ahead may prayer comfort and strengthen you. 1Thessalonians 5:17

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Sincere condolences to the family, May you lean on the arm of God each and every morning as you cope with the dear loss in your life - Isaiah 33:2