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Rochelle Baba Obituary
Ms. Baba was an English Teacher at Westmoor High School in Daly City for twelve years, and served as the head of the English department. She had proudly achieved two masters degrees and a degree in administration. She and her presence will be dearly missed by many students and staff members at Westmoor High, a school she happened to graduate from in 1971. Prior to her teaching days, Shelly took great pride in running a very popular night club for many years in San Francisco. Her legacy will live eternally within the walls of the Paradise Lounge, just as it will at Westmoor. Shelly was loved by everyone who knew how special she was. She gave it her all as a loving daughter, sister, aunt, friend, teacher, and most of all, mother. She was truly one of a kind.
Help us celebrate the life of this very special woman. There will be a viewing on Saturday May 30, 2015 from 4 PM to 7 PM at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave, Daly City followed by a reception at her mother's house in Daly City. Details of the reception will be given out at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rochelle Baba
Sponsored by Duggan's Serra Mortuary - Daly City.
Ken
May 22, 2025
Miss Barber was the reason I was able to graduate high school. She was the reason I believed in faith that some people truly were looking out for me.
Kenneth Fang
October 31, 2021
I owe a part of my life to Ms. Baba. Without her I don't think my life would be where it is know without her help. I was going through a rough time and I wrote to her what I was going through and she did what a person does --help. There is not a month that goes by I don't think about how I wouldn't have made it through high school. She gave me hope. I will never forget that ever. Her kindness lives on through everything I do.
Beverly
May 22, 2021
Hi Ms Baba ! I remembered how you told Students to sit well and pay attention in class. I remembered how you encouraged us to learn English (you told us negotiation and communication skills are crucial). I remembered how you liked my artwork and I drew you a master piece! I remembered how you like the book Great Gatsby and Huckleberry Fin! I enjoyed reading novels with you and rest of class. I still have your graded paper to this date ! Your handwritings and words are all previous to me! Thank you Ms Baba and rip! God bless your family.
Susan Caporale
October 12, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family and friends who loved and adored Shelly. Although, it had been many years, I will always remember her kindheartedness and her extraordinary talents. A beautiful woman, gone too soon. RIP Shelly
Maureen Okugbe
July 1, 2015
Thank you Ms. Baba for all the support you gave me and for being a great and very inspiring teacher. I look up to you everyday and I miss you very much. may your soul rest in peace
Samantha Rose Walter
June 29, 2015
Miss Baba! Forgive me for being so sappy about your way to soon leave from us. You're great and extremely funny. Please watch over me. You changed the way I chose to live my life in so many ways. You taught me to always have open arms- for the right people at least- I promise to live the life I deserve. Thanks for all the advice. I'll laugh my hardest for you.
Alexis Guillen
June 26, 2015
I just wanted to say that I Love you Ms. Baba and I miss you I will never forget what you did for me it's been really tough for me without you but I know that you are watching us from above and I promise I will make you proud. Rest in peace
Steve peacock
June 4, 2015
Thanks for the warm smiles. Yes it's been 44 years since I saw you but I still remember your smile.
Kevin Bryan Santizo
June 1, 2015
It's sad to hear the news!! A great person who had such a kind heart. She always made her students laugh!! May she rest in peace. Ms. Baba there will be no one who can replace the kind and wonderful heart you had towards your students at Westmoor Highschool!! Rest in peace Ms. Baba!!
June 1, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the Baba Family. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) help you during this difficult time.
Beverly Chan
May 31, 2015
You have a heart for teaching. Once you said to all of our playful students in class, "If you have bad English, don't expect the society will give you any respects. English is very important. I am here try to help all of you, please listen." Sometimes you are a tough teacher too because when the students would play tricks or say some mean words to pretend if they are funny...you would use your strength and wisdom to use words to fight back while at the same time showing the students of the love and care from you. Sometimes when the whole class doesn't get your quick quiz, you will just be nice and give them tips on some of the most difficult questions. After the students completed them, you would say "Oh this is just a quiz for you, it does not count any marks." Another time, I drew you a framed picture of a house with people live inside. You loved it so much and placed on your shelf. =)
Caitie O'Shea
May 31, 2015
I send my sincere condolences to the family of Rochelle Baba and especially Jon Paul. I did not have the honor of knowing her but do know her son, Jon Paul, who is a credit to her and the family. God Bless, Caitie O'Shea, United Irish Cultural Center
May 31, 2015
Rest easy Ms. Baba! you were one of only a few that never lost faith in me at Westmoor. Such a kind and passionate soul you will surely be missed my many! Condolences to the family as well.i Im in such a lost for words. 'It's not goodbye, it's just a see you later.'
Jennifer Mess
May 30, 2015
Ms. Baba, you will always be one of my favorite teachers. You're such an amazing person with such a beautiful soul. I looked forward to your class the most because it was such a blessing to be in your presence because you gave off such positive energy. I can still picture you standing in the middle of the classroom and flashing that huge smile at all of us. You've touched so many lives and heaven gained a beautiful angel with a beautiful heart. I will remember you always.
- Jennifer Meas class of 2007
May 30, 2015
Shelley, I met you when your cousin Janet and I stopped in at the bar your were tending. You were so vibrant and animated! It made our day! We had been shopping at the Laura Ashley store and Janet was excited to see you. So glad that I met you that day almost 30 years ago? Thanks for being such a loving support to Janet. You meant so much to her and Gabe. You will be missed.
May 30, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, JP, and your family.
- Leslie & Holly
Julie Anderson
May 30, 2015
Julie Anderson
May 30, 2015
Darling Shelly was my fellow shopgirl at Montgomery Ward as teens, my college roommate for two wild and crazy years, and my fellow adventurer as we backpacked across Europe in the '70s. We drank vodka on the Fourth of July in Cold War Moscow, danced ito sunrise on the Costa Brava, drank mint tea in Morocco. I remember her as a vibrant, fiercely creative, sensitive, loving friend who grabbed for life's brass ring with open arms and open heart. I'm so sorry for her loss, and extend sympathies to the many who mourn her passing.
Julie Anderson
May 30, 2015
Darling Shelly was my coworker at Montgomery Ward as teenagers, my college roommate for two wild and crazy years, and my adventurous companion as we girls backpacked across Europe in the 70s. I will always remember her as vibrant, fiercely creative, sensitive, and one who reached for life's brass ring with open arms and open heart. She was artistic, poetic, a very giving friend, loved to rock out, and she really enjoyed a party! I'm so sorry for her loss, and extend my sympathies to the many who mourn her passing.
May 30, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family. I was also class of 1971 at Westmoor.
Jeannene Glass
Barbara Wylie
May 30, 2015
@ Robertson School circa 2002
Barbara Wylie
May 30, 2015
The thought of you smile will always warm our hearts.
Ramona & Bill Melissa & Steve
May 30, 2015
beverly chan
May 30, 2015
We love you...im sure u remember me. Rip....and you will always be in my heart
Mary Whalen
May 30, 2015
We had so much fun at Yale and on our cruise. She was such a bright and happy woman. She always made me laugh.
leanna garcia
May 30, 2015
Rest in peace! You were a great teacher... and had a wonderful spirit. You always looked out for me you were my freshman English teacher and I graduated in 2007 I believe you were new as well and I was your first freshman class... house on mango st. First book you wanted us to read and your laugh I can still remember it... I can't believe it that your gone so soon. Rest easy!!!
J G
May 29, 2015
We will miss you. condolances to all her family, friends, and students.
Marilou Ursino
May 29, 2015
I'll remember her friendliness,her beauty, her kind and cheerful smile. We send our deepest sympathy to her family and will keep her in our hearts. RIP Shelly
Lidia Ryan
May 29, 2015
One of the greatest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing..She lit up every room she entered and had a way of making everyone she knew feel so special and loved. She was so passionate and poured her heart and soul in everything she did. She would laugh at me because I was always eating and she thought it was funny that I was like...what? Calories? Diet? Nope. She had the body of a tiny dancer always had a beautiful figure. She was someone that knew if I was feeling good or bad without me saying a word and always had a way of making me feel better just by her presence. She was pure joy and a blessing in my life that I will miss terribly. To JP, Paul, and all Her family, my sincerest and deepest sympathy. Peace and Love, Lidia
Carol Slade
May 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Fauss family on the loss of your beloved Shelly. We were classmates at Westmoor and good neighbors every summer at the River. May God bring you peace and blessings and know she is dancing with her Angels.
Sue Kapovich
May 29, 2015
I am absolutely stunned by this. I graduated with Shelley in 1971 from Westmoor and and work with her son JP at St. Thomas More School. She was a great educator and a role model to many. She will be missed.
Katie Fauss
May 29, 2015
I have no words to express the sadness I feel. Your mom will always be in my heart and on my mind. Be strong JP I love you and will be here for you no matter what! Love Auntie Katie
Sheila Toor
May 29, 2015
i am so sorry to hear of Shelley's passing.. she was part of the cheerleading squad with her pom poms and happy face.. beautiful soul, I was not there when you graduated as we moved away. RIP Shelley.. Sheila Toor Snyder
Mary Anne Casas
May 29, 2015
I am devastated by the sudden loss of my best friend. Shelly was very dear to my family. We raised our kids together and spent many wonderful days with Shelly and JP. There is a hole in my heart. Our prayers are with your family.
David Dyssegard
May 28, 2015
Shelly will live forever in our hearts, minds,fond memories and all the students that she inspired at Westmoor High School.
....The Auto Shop
Thomasina DeMaio
May 28, 2015
..always a place in my heart and soul for you...
Arthur Blanc
May 28, 2015
My sinsere condolences to all her Family
Arthur
carol babcock
May 28, 2015
my heart is with your family during this sad time. i will keep you in my prayers.
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