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Larry and Stefanie Davis
July 8, 2014
Marianne was an outstanding, gifted woman that exemplified the love of Christ through adversity. She had a smile that would light up a room! She was an exceptional role model for all women, and her passion for music was inspirational. We will miss her greatly, and take comfort in knowing that she is in Heaven with her Lord.
Sandy (Burgess) Harlan
January 1, 2014
You and Peggy brought joy to my life from the time we were in Mrs. Taggart's Junior Choir at First Christian Church in Topeka. I'm thankful for the years and times we could share growing up together. You were always a faithful friend!
December 15, 2013
I am just now learning, via internet, of Polly's death in early December. Yes, Polly is how I first knew her and her sister,
Peggy. In grade school, we were seated alphabetically and as my name was Viar, I was usually seated between Peggy and Polly. We became fast friends, in and out of school, and Polly played more than once here in Colorado. Her 'wicked sense of humor' and her astuteness about human nature will be long remembered. I will have nothing but great memories of Polly (Marianne) and thankfulness that she is now with her Lord and mine, Jesus Christ.My husband, Wendell, always enjoyed her visits to our home as well.
Dixie and Wendell Holt
Gwen and Jim Bateman
December 13, 2013
Marianne was a gifted woman of great faith. Her faith throughout her illness was an inspiration to us. She will always be remembered with love.
December 12, 2013
What a talent and what an inspiration! Peggy, you and Polly have been my heroes. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love, Janice
Marvin Kleinau
December 12, 2013
Marianne was a good friend. She was tough but fair. Above all she was a gifted organist and wanted so much for others to enjoy the music of a great organ. The gift she and David gave to the University will do just that. While many saw only her outward side, few knew her strong sense of humor and very astute understanding of human nature. She was a gift to SIU and the community.
Raymond Haines
December 12, 2013
Marianne (Polly) will be missed by many as she touched many lives with her wonderful music. Rest in Peace.
December 11, 2013
Peggy-I was so sorry to hear of Polly's passing. Dating Polly and becoming friends of you and John were golden moments in the 1950s. Bless you.
Bill Griffith
Darnecea Moultrie
December 11, 2013
I was not known by Dr. Webb or her fanily, but I was always moved by her grace and beauty in her works. I am not a musician nor have any knowledge of music, but I well remember this great lady's playing the pipe organ at Shryock. She spread so much beauty to the world through her music. I remember the poise and professionalism that she possessed. I loved to hear her play at Shryock Auditorium. She was loved and will be remembered.
Lori Schmider
December 10, 2013
Your smile, grace and talent will remain in my heart and memory
Shadi Frick
December 10, 2013
She was my freshman music theory teacher at SIUC. Throughout my undergraduate years, she and I became friends. I respected her tremendously. Her humor was unmistakable. God rest her soul in heaven.
December 10, 2013
What a great Lady!
B. Douglas Daugherty
Dr. John Semingson
December 10, 2013
Marianne, or Mrs. Bateman (as she was known by all of her students in the 70's and 80's) was an amazing teacher who had a profound influence on my life and career. I began studying with her when I was 16 and had just moved to Southern IL from "up north." She was a life saver for me. She taught me so much about the nitty-gritty of learning challenging music on the organ, but that was merely a means to an end for her. Communication through musical art was always her ultimate goal in playing and teaching. She pushed hard, and sometimes made me a little 'crazy', but I will always carry a part of her with me. I will never forget her speaking voice and her wicked sense of humor! As Lynn Trapp said, she possessed quite a personality! Thank you, Ms. Webb!
"Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, says the Spirit. They will rest from their labors, and their deeds follow them."
December 10, 2013
Marianne was a world-class organist and a revered teacher loved by her students. She inspired her students to be curious and to work tirelessly at perfecting the difficulties of mastering the challenges of being the best organist they could possibly be. In other words, a teacher with passion who infected her students with a like passion for the 'King of Instruments.' Well done, Marianne.
December 9, 2013
Marianne was my undergraduate organ teacher at SIUC, and longtime family friend. She was characterized by her one of a kind personality, high quality standard in everything she did, and first rate musicianship. Floods of memories at this time. My career was launched by Marianne and I am forever grateful. I continue as head of artistic director board which administrates the Marianne Webb/David Bateman Distinguished Organ Recital Series at SIUC.
She is now where she always longed to be - with her Lord.
Dr. Lynn Trapp, Minneapolis
Marva Nelson
December 9, 2013
Rest in peace.
Norbert Krausz
December 9, 2013
So long to a life well lived! I will never forget the gift of music Marianne cultivated in me not only through my years at SIUC but through all the years continuing since graduating in 1969. And for the endless gifts of music to the greater community and world! A gifted teacher, recitalist, friend and child of God who will be greatly missed. Rest in Eternal Peace, Marianne.
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