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Naomi Schmidt
May 8, 2022
Naomi Schmidt
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Naomi Schmidt
May 8, 2022
She was such a positive influence on so many. Somehow she got me to call lines at college Volleyball at UNO. I can´t remember if I was still at Franklin or post H.S. .... We connected somehow while I was at Franklin and I think I would go the the snowball stand across Carrollton for the very large cookies they made .... I remember green hall and her office and how after freshman year in the gym suits we agreed to switch to t shirts and shorts `78, or so.... She was a strict Teacher but fair... Take care y´all,
Love Always, Naomi BFHS `81
Would love to hear about what has happened since her passing ...
I also attended some Summer School classes for my UNO degree where Coach Wilderotter was teaching at the time ...
My niece and nephew also attended Franklin at the newer campus (Sarah and Jeff Smith. `99, and `02, I think)
Melissa Ciolino
May 18, 2020
I loved this lady and her family!! Jane you are missed every day and I am blessed to have had you as a friend in my life. See you on the other side my dear friend.
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Jimmy (Soo Ming) Yee
June 23, 2013
I always remember Jane as a very kind person when we were growing up. My sincere sympathy to her family.
May 28, 2013
Mary,Megan, andCarl,
I was so sorry to hear of Janes passing. I so enjoyed being with her at the DHS tennis matches and basketball games.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Judy Danna
Mary Lou Schmidt
May 27, 2013
Dearest Family and Friends of Jane:
It is for today's Memorial Day and all the Memorial Days still yet to come. Jane's loving, kind, and christian spirit will live on through all of us. It is because of all the persons who lives she touched both on and off the tennis court. Our family gives thanks daily: that, Jane graced our lives always for the better.
Cordially,
The Wolfgang Robert Schmidt Family
May 20, 2013
Offering my deepest sympathy to the Wilderotters. May the love of close friends carry this family thru this most diffcult time.(Prov.18:24)B.Meill
Jane Dyer Brown
May 19, 2013
Coach, I was sadden to hear this news. All these years, I have thought fondly of you both: Jane from BT Washington & Franklin & you from Abramson & Franklin. I have your family in prayer. Blessings to you. Jane Dyer Brown
Cathy Eisenman
May 18, 2013
My prayers go out to Jane's family. Jane would come in Hancock Fabrics a lot. She was a very happy person.
John & Clevetta Smith and Family
May 18, 2013
It's the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you'll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles. And even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles.
Prayers of love, peace and understanding to you all ( Carl, Eric,Megan, Mary, and other family members!)
Susan and Elizabeth Burkenstock
May 17, 2013
Megan, Mary and Carl,
We are so sad to hear of Jane's passing. We got to know her during the Dominican volleyball and basketball years. She had such a sweet disposition and upbeat personality, even on the rare occasions in which DHS was losing. She will be greatly missed.
May 17, 2013
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Eric, we are so sorry for your loss!
Colette Raphel and the staff of Tulane University Office of the Registrar
May 17, 2013
Ms. Lew was the toughest science teacher I ever had at Franklin, but the reason I aced biology in college. I am shocked to learn that she left us so young. She was so cool, and I remember when she was pregnant with the twins--she used to ask me to sneak to Burger King to get her lunch during 4th period!
She was probably the most positive, most influential, and most supportive teacher I had at Franklin. I am grateful for having been her student.
Karen Tonguis Vinet '85
Allyson & Robert Nelson
May 17, 2013
My heart aches for your family. We are all so saddened by this tremendous loss. Miss Jane was such a beautiful person. She was so kind and generous to our family. Heaven truly has gained an angel. Our deepest condolences,
Allyson & Robert Nelson
May 17, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to your entire family for your loss. We feel blessed to have known her. Jane touched the lives of everyone she met. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time
Linda & Charlie Dalton
Glenn Gennaro
May 17, 2013
A great lady, a great mom, a great friend...a blessing to all her knew her.
Sherri & Scott Thompson
May 17, 2013
We are so sorry about the loss of Ms. Jane. What a wonderful mother and person she was. She made a beautiful quilt for my first son that we will forever cherish.
Steven Kaufmann
May 16, 2013
I respected her as a student back at Franklin and later as a role model and professional. She set an excellent standard by which I could measure myself as a physical educator.
Ben Franklin Class of 1980
Aaron Freedman
May 16, 2013
What an amazing person. I was lucky to know her.
Richard Chin
May 16, 2013
I remember being a nerdy freshman in 1974 navigating the green hall, but Ms. Lew had my back. The Ben Franklin family now has a guardian angel in heaven.
Shannon Hauler
May 16, 2013
Mary, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in my prayers.
Diane Maurer
May 16, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Jane's passing, to her family and friends, God surely gave us an angel.
Ira Nirenberg
May 16, 2013
To All,
I am so sorry to hear of Jane's passing. She was one of the first people I met when I started working at Franklin in 1985 and one of the very few who reached out to me. She gave me her notes to help me ease into the work and sincere words of encouragement. It meant a lot.
My deepest sympathy,
Ira Nirenberg
Pat Bailey-Dempsey
May 16, 2013
I will remember Miss Lew's desire to whip us girls into shape! We ran around that block with broken sidewalks and roots growing out. It's a wonder we made it! May she rest in peace, and continue to keep an eye on all of us.
Thomas and Elizabeth Williams
May 16, 2013
We are thinking of and praying for you all.
Paulette & Billy Crawford
May 16, 2013
Dear Carl, Eris, Mary Elizabeth & Megan
Words can not say how deeply saddened my family was to hear of the passing of Jane.
Jane was such a wonderful, talented, gifted, giving person. She was always so upbeat. She so loved her family and friends. Our friendship began when Eric was in preschool with my son. We just connected.
And even though we lived miles apart we never lost that bond. She was a dear friend. We always kept in touch and following our children as they grew. We were always keeping up with all the sports our kids were in, high school and college. We always shared our love of sewing and our latest sewing adventures. Jane was so proud of her family. She was so proud of Mary Elizabeth and Stephen's wedding, and thrilled on Megan's upcoming wedding.
Jane was a gem. I know you will miss her so much.
Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sterling & Pat Baldwin
May 16, 2013
Sterling and I were so saddened to hear of Jane's illness and passing. We have such fond memories of all the gatherings with the coaches from Abramson.
Carl, you and your children are in our prayers and please know that God will comfort you in your sorrow.
As so clearly illustrated in the comments here, Jane had a profound, positive impact on many lives as a teach/friend/coach. What a wonderful legacy she has left behind!
Florence Jumonville
May 16, 2013
Jane and I attended Fortier together but never had a class together and really didn't know each other. When we ran into each other at UNO, registering for our first courses, we recognized each other. Amid a sea of strangers, we reacted as if we had been best friends for years and were delighted to find that both of us had enrolled in the same section of Geography 1. Classes started on a Monday, and when the geography professor dismissed class early, Jane and I walked together to the university center to get Cokes. Over the weekend, Robert Kennedy had been assassinated, and outside the university center was a reporter from WVUE seeking comment. Jane was so pretty that, not surprisingly, he stopped us, and we were on TV that evening, giving our reactions to the assassination. Jane's path and mine never crossed again after we finished taking geography, but I shall always remember her with much fondness. As others have said, this was too soon. My thoughts and sympathy are with Jane's family.
Marsha Moran
May 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the Family. I fondly remember Jane from Yoga Classes In Metairie.
Andrew Whitehurst
May 16, 2013
Jane Lew cared very much for her students and she expected much from them. I was in her co-ed P.E. class at Ben Franklin in 1978. One spring day, she had us all on our backs on the asphalt doing sit-ups and leg lifts. There were complaints from the Freshman girls as the sit-up counts went higher, and I remember her saying in a voice that could be heard over all the moans: "girls you'll thank me this summer when you have nice flat stomachs". She didn't accept whining, and she pushed us to be our best and go hard. Generally she got that from her students. I am very sorry for the loss felt by her daughters, husband, brothers, and all who loved her. This was too soon.
May 15, 2013
Coach Lew was a wonderful teacher. She inspired me to do my best. She was a great coach for girls' intramural sports (GAA) at Ben Franklin. With fondest memories and prayers for her family, Linda Young
May 15, 2013
My sincere sympathy to Jane's family. I worked with Jane at St. Mary Magdalen - we became good friends. God bless you, Jane Wilderotter!
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Charlene Brinkman
Melissa Ciolino
May 15, 2013
A truely amazing woman, that I was given the oppertunity to know. Lunches with Jane, Carl and Dr. Hevron will forever live in my memory. Carl, you and Jane brought such laughter to those lunches especially when you would banter back and forth about the dog. The days with Jane at Dominican's basketball games as we cheered on our daughters these are times I will hold very dear to me. Yes, this woman could sew, cook, and keep you in tears with her wonderful sense of humor. She loved her family and friends and you knew it everytime you were with her. She will be sadly missed and always remembered by me. Carl, Eric, Mary and Megan you will be in my thoughts and prays.
Lisa Gaddis
May 15, 2013
I was in Ms. Lew's PE class in her first year of teaching at Franklin. I loved her as a teacher---we all loved her. She was a very caring, generous teacher and a wonderful friend to all of us. I'm so sorry to hear of this news, and sorry for the loss to all of us.
May 15, 2013
I loved Jane. She was one of a kind, and I'm grieved to learn of her death. Fleur Simmons
Anne Steiner
May 15, 2013
I remember when Miss Lew became a teacher at Franklin High in the mid seventies. She was a great teacher and role model. My sincere condolences to her family.
Kiana Andrew
May 15, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you Coach Wilderotter, and your family. Ms. Lew was one of true gems at Ben Franklin. I will remember her fondly when I run a mile....
David Dachowski
May 15, 2013
As a gym teacher she approached her job with great humor. Ben Franklin was definitely NOT a "jock" school so that humor and her expectation of participation were teaching perfection. What a wonderful person.
Becky Morgan Sencial
May 15, 2013
What fond memories I will always have of my dear friend, Ms. Lew. I am so grateful we were able to reconnect these past few years. A great woman of God who inspired us to be the best we could be; even those of us who were not athletic! Look forward to the day we are reunited in heaven. Much love to the family and praying for comfort during this difficult time.
May 15, 2013
Carl and Megan, you and all your family are in our prayers at this time. We pray that your memories of Jane, who was such a wonderful lady and proud mother, will comfort you. God bless you.
James and Carol Osborne, Dallas, GA
Naomi Schmidt class of '81
May 15, 2013
May you find Peace...
She was a strong and important influence on so many...!
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Darin Bown
May 15, 2013
RIP Mrs. Lew. I remember you fondly from my days at Franklin (Class of '83). You were tough but caring and very committed to Franklin. Thank you for your dedication to us as children...what a great calling for a person's life. My sincere condolences to her family and loved ones. Thank you for sharing her with us!
Tyson Schmitt
May 15, 2013
I met Mrs Jane once very briefly and that's all it took for her to treat me as if I was one of her own children. Very sweet lady. Never thought it would be the last time. Thank you for welcoming me into your home and for the chance to know you.
Shellyn and Philip Poole
May 15, 2013
Carl, Megan and family -- our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We considered Jane a treasured friend and always enjoyed seeing her at Megan's games. She will be missed.
May 15, 2013
Heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms Lew, the woman who inspired me to excercise and keep fit! Renee Bertrand,
Class of 1980
Chris Malek
May 15, 2013
I had the privilege of knowing "Ms. Lew" as a student at Ben Franklin, and "Jane" later as an adult in the local Chinese community. Yes, she really was that cool, caring, talented person, even beyond what I realized in high school. She left us too young and she will be missed.
Linda Prickett Park
May 15, 2013
I remember Ms Lew from Franklin and will never forget her. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Laurette Smith
May 15, 2013
Oh the memories,P.E.& basketball,fun times! Great coach & sweet woman. She'll be greatly missed by all who knew & loved her, which includes me!
Laurette Taylor Smith "78
May 15, 2013
I remember "Ms. Lew" from my days at Franklin. My condolences to the family. Best, Tiffany M. Blackmon
Elyse Crawford Hackett
May 15, 2013
Ms. Lee was a shining spot in my Franklin years I feel privileged to have known her. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends.
Joannie Sparks
May 15, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Wilderotter Family
Hayes Ferguson
May 15, 2013
Condolences to Ms. Lew's family from a BFHS student who remembers her fondly.
May 15, 2013
I sure remember Ms. Lew fondly from my days at Franklin. My thoughts are with her family in this difficult time.
Caitlin Cross-Barnet
May 15, 2013
Mrs. Wilderotter was my brother's teacher at Franklin during a very turbulent time in his life. I have always remembered her kindness and support of him. More than any other teacher at Franklin, she reached out. Teacher like Mrs. Wilderotter really make a difference, and I hope that legacy will live on.
As we'll always remember her... on the "track."
Robin Kemp
May 15, 2013
Akeshia Singleton
May 15, 2013
Only the fondest memories of her from my time as a student at Ben Franklin. I remember her once showing me how she did calligraphy. What skill! Always smiling and joyful. It was such a pleasure and honor to have known her.
May 15, 2013
I have know Jane since we were teenagers. She will be sorely missed. Carl and all of Jane's family have my deepest sympathy.
Mary Mysing-Gubala
Brenda Wambsgans Lintinger
May 15, 2013
I am so shocked to hear of Ms. Lew's passing...I say Ms. Lew b/c that's who she was to me while at Franklin from '75-'78. PE was not my favorite subject...did I say, PE was not my favorite. And God bless Ms. Lew...she knew I was a lost athletic soul. I used to hide on the opposite of the block so I wouldn't have to run around the block twice,...until she caught me and a few others one day. Then I totally surprised her when I made two basketball dunks from the sidelines at mid-court...shocked myself, too. And a couple of years later, I signed up for a tennis class, and who walks in as the instructor...? Ms. Lew!!!!! I will never forget her quick wit and humorous comments on my reluctance to do PE activities...she really was a cool teacher. I'm so sorry for her family. And I will keep you all in my prayers. Much affection coming your way from someone who remembers Jane so very fondly...very sad news, indeed.
May 15, 2013
Jane will ALWAYS be remembered as a very giving,friendly and loving person and cousin. Our deepest sympathy to Carl, Eric, Mary Elizabeth and Meaghan...Nellie,David,Lauren and Alex Underwood
Victoria Person
May 15, 2013
From the classroom to the blacktop to a friendship over the years, I'll always be grateful for the time I spent in Ms. Wil's presence.
Gretchen Hoag
May 15, 2013
Coach Lew was my PE teacher at Ben Franklin in the late 70s and showed infinite patience with my reluctance to run laps. She was always so full of energy and spirit. My sincere condolences go out to her family.
Judi Alexander Jackson
May 15, 2013
Oh, my heart hurts so much to read this obituary and know that 'Ms. Lew' is gone...well, gone from our presence but very present with the Lord! Carl, Eric, Mary, Megan, and other family members, I am praying for you to know God's comfort in a way that you can only experience because you're walking through this. Cling to His promise of peace and rest in this difficult and challenging time. Let God's strength be your strength...His joy, your joy...His future, your future. I loved your mom and am so thankful for her touch on my life!
Holly Holtzman Ryerson
May 15, 2013
I have truly fond memories of Miss Lew from my time at Ben Franklin ('79). Counting out sit ups as we did them in the hallway between lockers, clapping along with the music for square dancing, encouraging us as we ran laps around the block. She always made the best of every situation and encouraged us to do the same. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. May our Lord carry you close during this time of loss.
Robin Kemp
May 15, 2013
Oh, Ms. Lew! How we all will miss your dry wit and friendly prodding. You were the best coach ever and a fine human being. You were proof positive that a great attitude was far more important than a fancy track or gym. Much love to you and your family, from all your students, would-be athletes, and GAA jockettes at Franklin.
Wendy McGowan Allen, BFHS Class of 83
May 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother is a cherished memory from my 4 yrs @ Ben Franklin. Coach Lew will be missed by all who knew her.
Jessie Kastler
May 15, 2013
so very sorry to hear about Ms. Lew's death...
Heather Hampton
May 15, 2013
Ms Lew was my PE teacher at Ben Franklin in the late 1970s. She was very calm, with a wry sense of humor. I enjoyed her so much. My condolences to her family. Rest in peace, Ms Lew.
Kenyattah Robinson (BFHS 1994)
May 15, 2013
My deepest condolences. Jane Wilderotter represented the best that BFHS had to offer.
Ed Lehnhardt
May 15, 2013
Carl I just wanted to express my sympathies on the passing of Jane. She was such a lovely lady. I I still remember the fun we had making a swimming video from my days at UNO. May God bless you and your family
Mitchell Parnes
May 15, 2013
Mindy and I both loved your Mom very much; she was our coach at Ben Franklin, took special interest and care of us and showed us how a teacher should behave...she mothered us a bit; we know how lucky you have been to have had her in your lives. We share our condolences....
Mopsy, Meghan and Jim Donelon
May 15, 2013
Dear Carl, Megan, Mary and Eric, We are so sorry for your loss and cherish the memories of Jane and your family at Johnny Bright. Jane was such a delight and such a proud mom. You will be in our prayers.
Lee Chawla
May 15, 2013
Jane Lew was my tennis coach at Ben Franklin in the early 80's. She was such a nice and even-tempered coach and a lovely person. I am saddened by her passing.
May 15, 2013
Carl, Eric, Mary and Megan
May God comfort you with His peace and strength. Our prayers are with you all.
Love, Al and Joy Cazenave
Bobbie and Robert Blackerby
May 14, 2013
We will always remember Jane's wonderful smile and gentle voice. I know you have many fond memories to cherish and she will live in your hearts forever.
Bobbie and Robert Blackerby
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