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Libby Forsberg Obituary

FORSBERG, Libby Rae-Hamilton Libby, 37, passed away on January 14, 2006 in Burlingame, CA due to complications following a stroke after giving birth to her beautiful baby girl, Kira Rae Forsberg, on January 11, 2006. Libby considered the birth of Kira to be the crowning achievement in her life. Libby touched everyone with her humor, compassion, and giving nature. She is loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. Libby was born in Spokane, WA on August 27, 1968 and grew up in Merced, CA. She graduated from Merced High School in 1986 where she was voted "most athletic". She received a tennis scholarship to Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, ID and later transferred to the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho. While there, an interest in science led her to graduate with a B.S. in Bac-teriology. She met her husband Erik Forsberg, while in Idaho and they moved to Santa Rosa in 1997 where she worked as a Microbiologist for Gallo Sonoma Winery. Libby contin-ued her science career at Stanford University working on the Human Genome Project. While at Stanford, she continued her education and received a Master's Degree in Teaching. For the past 21/2 years, Libby has been teaching AP Biology at Mill's High School in Millbrae, CA. She is survived by her husband, Erik Forsberg and their daughter Kira Rae Forsberg; her father David Bartley Hamilton of Palm Springs, CA; her mother Nancy Lee Hawkins and step-father Ron Hawkins of Merced, CA; 5 siblings: Heather Mackin and brother-in-law Steve Mackin, Keat Hamilton, Cally Hamilton, Scott Hawkins, and Ronnie Hawkins; 2 nephews: Myles Hamilton and Forest Walker; father and mother-in-law, Steve and Ulla Forsberg and brother and sister-in-law, Hans and Tanya Forsberg. A memorial mass will be held on January 21st at 1:00 pm at St. Robert's Catholic Church, 1380 Crystal Springs Rd./Ave., San Bruno, CA (650) 589-2800. A gathering will immediately follow at the Parish Hall. Her wish was to be buried in her favorite town of Moscow, Idaho. There will be an additional memorial mass at St. Mary's Catholic Parish at 618 East 1st Street, Moscow, ID on Saturday, January 28th at 11am and a burial will follow at City Cemetery, 1650 Troy Rd., Moscow, ID. Memorial donations may be made to The Kira Rae Forsberg Educational Trust Fund, Bank of America, 465 San Mateo Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066.

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Published by Press Democrat on Jan. 20, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Libby Forsberg

14 Entries

Jenna (Opp) Makus

February 1, 2006

Erik: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Eli and I met Libby when she accompanied you to Robb & Marcia's wedding years ago. I remember her from even that brief meeting as a gentle, loving person - and someone who was clearly in love with my childhood friend, Erik. My condolences to you and your families as you grieve Libby's passing. May the sunshine of sweet Kira's presence light the days to come.

Kerstin Lundberg

January 29, 2006

Dear Libby,

Kerstin and I loved and admired you as much as anyone in our family. We will miss you and remember you always, as we both enjoyed your charm, wit and intelligence. You were a role model for our daughter, Desiree, and we know she misses you deeply. Our condolences to Erik, Kira and all of the Forsberg family.

Love,

John and Kerstin Lundberg

Solano Hills, California

cece chu

January 23, 2006

im sorry i haven't really met you.

and i know it is a great loss for me to not have. Just from the impact you have stirred among the student body, i can tell with my heart you were an amazing person, teacher, and lastly, a mother. You carry all the qualities people would have called you an angel. I'll miss all the chances i could have had for meeting you and hopefully, you are happy now as well. I wish the best of luck to your family, and your wonderful daughter. you were truly an angel to mills and you are the best mother a child couldve had. god bless :]

Lea Mavroudis

January 23, 2006

Ms. Hamilton was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful person. She was very kind and a very dedicated and fun teacher. She was truly an inspiration, and got me interested in science because she taught it so well. She will always be in my heart. My deepest sympathies to her family.

Desiree Lundberg

January 23, 2006

My deepest condolences to Erik, Kira & the Forsberg family. Libby was truly a warm and compassionate person with a wonderful sense of humor. Her absence is devastating and I will miss her greatly.

Matthew Mak

January 21, 2006

Mrs. Hamilton,

You were the best substitue I ever had at Mills for a Biology class. I remember the day that you sub'd for my teacher and I was like "a free period of boringness". But I was wrong, You helped me understand Biology like no other teacher and made your point using easy concepts and concise lectures.

I had looked forward to you for AP Biology teacher next year hearing of your wonderful class. Do not worry Ms.Hamilton, I will take AP Bio even if you are no longer there in person because I believe you will be there in spirit to help, to guide and to teach me in your special and unique way.

I thank you Mrs. Hamilton, I will truly miss you for you were an inspiration to all who had you as a teacher. But I am happy to know that you are in a better place now and having fulfilled your greatest wish and desire during your lifetime.

Hidenori Shimoda

January 21, 2006

Ms. Hamilton, you completely changed my life. You were the most influential teacher I have ever had in my life. You changed the word "hate" into "love" in the sentence "I hate science." You will never be forgotten.

I'll never forget the good times I had with you in Biology 1-2 CP. Do you remember when I made the panda from paper clay in a project? Do you remember how we talked about DDR and how you liked to play "Tsugaru"? Do you remember when I talked to you about taking Biology AP? I do. In middle school, I was never able to understand biology concepts. I couldn't believe that I was not able to meet such a teacher that could actually "teach" so I can understand.

I'll never forget the good times in Biology 3-4 AP. I struggled with the hard concepts of punnett squares, but your clear explanations enabled me to understand it. I was confused about C3, C4, and CAM plants; once again, your excellent teaching skills was more than enough for me to understand. I was amazed by the complex functions of the immune system that you lectured so enthusiastically. I enjoyed learning about the neuron, as you told us your silly pnemonic devices to remember that Na is outside the neuron, and K is outside the neuron to maintain its resting potential, -70mV. Your class was filled with education, but at the same time, it was filled with laughter as well. You and Max Bernstein made a great comedy act. It was always enjoyable. I remember all.

You were more than a teacher. You were a friend.

You have completely changed me into a biology lover. One of my future dreams is now being a biologist. Once again, you changed my life into a much better one. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Although you do not live on Earth anymore, you will still live in my heart. Although you cannot stand in front of us students to lecture, you are still my biology teacher in my heart. Although I cannot talk to you and laugh together, you will still be my friend.

And as a teacher, your wish was our success as a students, as well as a people. I will promise you that if that is your wish, I shall make that wish come true. I will promise that I will get a 5 on my AP Test. I will promise that I will put the greatest efforts in academics. That is the only thing I can do for you.

R!ck Betita

January 21, 2006

Mrs Hamilton ... You were an inspiration to everyone you taught. I still remember all the little things you taught us to help us remember Biology stuff: A Gold ring is Pure, telophase looks like a telephone, "Allo, Patrick!" Thank you so much for everything, especially the letter of recommendation that got me into Columbia. Your spirit will be with me in college and beyond. I will remember you forever.

Yuchen Mo

January 21, 2006

Ms. Hamilton, I remember the first time I met you in October 2004 during my sophomore year at Mills. You were a complete stranger to me then, but you gave me the impression that we've known each other for years. You were willing to give up so much of your time to our DDR Club. You were the only person who supported us, and we could never have done it without your help. I recall, as if were yesterday, the first day we got back from winter break. That Tuesday, I asked you to sign a re-imbursement for the club, and even though you were not our advisor any longer, you did so willingly. But the thing i remember most about that day, is wishing you luck on your baby, and leaving without saying "I'll see you later!" or even "Have a nice day." I am regretting this so badly right now that I didn't even get the chance to say goodbye. I am now heartily wishing to have taken the time to know you better. I've heard many good things about you, and not one negative comment to be heard of. Remember at one of our club meetings, when I said I was going to take Biology AP in my senior year so I could have you as a teacher? I guess that can never happen now, and I'm not sure if I'm going to take the class anymore. It wasn't the class I was interested in, but rather it was having you as my teacher that intrigued me. The entire DDR Club's wishes go out to you and your family, especially Kira, whom we hope to become a DDR Freak just like her mom ^__^ I hope you're happy where you are, and am eternally grateful for having had the opportunity to know someone like you.

John, Cathrin & Mia Bernt

January 20, 2006

We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to Erik, Kyra and the Forsberg family, our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.

Love & hugs,

Jenny Caughey

January 20, 2006

I worked with Libby at Mills High School. She started the same year I did and we went through the same struggles. She was a diligent and dedicated worker with a high standard for herself and her students. I loved sharing frank discussions with her and debating the current ebbs and flows of school politics and pressure. I will miss working with her, after school cocktails, and her blissful smile when she was talked about her long awaited baby.

Susan Barone

January 20, 2006

Erik: As you know, I worked a great deal with your father and got to know you a little during that time. My sister told me about your loss, and I just wanted to offer you my condolences. I know no words can ease your grief but I hope you know my family and I are thinking of you at this difficult time. Best wishes always.

Theresa L

January 20, 2006

Libby was a really sweet person, a bright, gentle soul. I knew her when she worked at Stanford on the Human Genome Project. I'm shocked and saddened to hear that she passed away. My sympathy to her family in this time of pain, grief and misfortune.

Denise Sawyer

January 20, 2006

You don't know me but I just had to offer my condolences. What a tragedy for your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

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