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Hester Duane Obituary
March 25, 2010
Hester Distasio Duane, of Sarasota, formerly of Houston, died March 25, 2010.
Survivors include her daughter, Stephanie Glaser of Sarasota; a son, Louis Distasio of Gulf Port; a stepdaughter, Mary Ellen Krohne; stepsons Denny, James and William; and grandchildren
Christopher Glaser and Daniel Distasio.
A registered nurse by training, Hester had a distinguished career in orthopedic nursing in St. Petersburg and Sarasota. In 1980 Hester followed her creative talents by moving to Houston to join her dear friend, Betty Hemus, in the business of remodeling homes. But Hester never could permanently leave her beloved beach and Siesta Key, so she returned to Sarasota, where she actively gave back to the community with her volunteer activities as a docent at the museum and with the wine festival until health issues forced her retirement.
A world traveler, Hester brought home treasures from the countries she visited and creatively displayed them in her beautifully decorated home. But, most of all, Hester loved to entertain. Her dinners and parties were legend, bringing together her many friends.
Hester will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her families, her dear friends throughout the country and her neighbors. She will be remembered as a great lady who definitely lived life to its fullest. She leaves a void in the lives of many.
In lieu of flowers, please support Hester's favorite charity, National Jewish Health (respiratory hospital), 1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206, or the charity of your choice.
A celebration of Hester's life will be announced at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mary Kemick
April 28, 2010
Hester was a great friend and a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed by all of us. The Kemick family
April 11, 2010
Stephanie and Louis: Just read of your Mother's passing. So sorry. We were such "Good Buds" as were you with Robin and Randy, Once Upon a Time.
I think of you often.
Bless you,
Barbara Senger Woods
Mona & Ken McCracken
April 2, 2010
Louis & Gayle, Stephanie & Larry. Gigi was a very special lady, although we didn't get to see her as much as I would have like, when we did, she always greeted us with the same enthusiasm as she did her family. My prayers and love go out to You and Daniel and Christopher.
Jo Russell
April 1, 2010
I feel blest to have known Hester. I was her room mate on several trips. We also liked shoe shopping as we have the same size shoe. We went to baseball games too. I spent several days at her home on Siesta Key. We walked the beach and talked. She was such good company.I am fortunate to have known her.
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Lynda Carnegie
April 1, 2010
Hester was a wonderful woman and enjoyed her life. She will be missed by all.
Lynda & Jack Carnegie, Bellaire, TX
Ann Trinkaus
March 30, 2010
Dear Lou and Stephanie,
Auntie Het was always our "Auntie Mame"so full of love, fun and joie de vivre. We will all miss her. My deepest sympathy to you both and your families.
Ann Trinkaus
Mary Nash
March 29, 2010
Dear
Dear Stephanie,
How very sorry I was to hear about your dear mother.She was a rare gem and was such a special person. I will always remember the good times we had in Dr. Seminario's office in Sarasota. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Morgan (Nash) Monroe, N.C.
March 29, 2010
Dearest Stephanie,
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother. We know how close you were to this remarkable woman. We will think of her often and smile. I'm so glad we had the good fortune to know her.
Betty and Larry Glaser Sarasota,FL
Dan Stiles
March 29, 2010
The Angels picked a flower from Life's Garden just today.
A rare and fragile Lily, with petals worn and frayed.
They gently placed the flower in a shiny golden vase.
In Heaven's Eternal garden, she gladly took her place.
She grows there in the garden now with ample sun and shade.
Memories of earthly life have fast begun to fade.
Nurtured by God's loving hand and sheltered from the wind.
Her petals glow with Heaven's light as she blossoms once again.
May you find peace and solace in the beauty that Hester brought to this world and know that the very best parts of her live within everyone she touched.
March 29, 2010
I am very sorry to here about the lose of Hester, she was a patient of mine at Lung Associates of Sarasota. She was such a special and beautiful lady. S he will be greatly missed. Shelli Moseley of Sarasota.
March 29, 2010
Hester was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. She was a kind person who was always full of life. I have many great memories of her and her family. She will be missed terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Pam Stoddard and Jim Baker, Monroe, NC
March 29, 2010
It was truly my privilege to have know Hester. What a beautiful and remarkable woman she was. A true shining light in this world, one that I will miss so very much. May the precious and beautiful memories you hold in your heart help to soothe your soul at this difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.
Cyndie Carrico, Houston, Texas
Carol Burke
March 28, 2010
Hester will be sorely missed by our family for several reasons. She opened her beautiful Siesta Key home to us back in 2001 for a family vacation that we still talk about! She gave us a place to live while we were waiting for our house to close back in 2003 and she gave us valuable local knowledge. But more importantly, her grace and her legendary style are what we'll always remember her for. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and a true friend to those closest to her. Anybody lucky enough to have known her have been enriched because of her. Her life was nothing short of remarkable.
With much love,
Carol and Michael Burke and children
March 28, 2010
Dear Stephanie,
Joe and I want to send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your Mom was an amazing lady and we will always remember her positive attitude and flair for life.
Kathy & Joe Kimbrough, Grand Junction, CO
Elly DeLong
March 28, 2010
I am so very saddened to hear of Hester's passing. She was lovely lady who will be missed by so many people whose lives she touched. My sincerest condolences go to her family and to Solly and Bets. I am keeping you all in my prayers through this sad time.
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