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John Baldwin Obituary
John was born in Bernice, Louisiana on July 29, 1949. After attending local schools, he was a Page, under Russell Long, in the U. S. Senate during his junior and senior years of high school. Upon graduation, he was given his diploma by President Lyndon B. Johnson. Following, he received his B.A. in English from American University in 1971, his Master of Arts from University of London in 1978. He received his Ph.D from Harvard, and then summer studies at Oxford, England.
He loved to be an educator, first as an English teacher, then Asst. Principal at Green Oaks, and finally Principal at Hamilton Terrace. He loved and always supported his students. U. S. Senator Mary Landrieu introduced him to Hillary Clinton, our present U.S. Secretary of State. He was invited by the Clinton's to sit in the inaugural observation section during the parade. Later to have his picture taken with them in the Map Room of the White House. He was a devoted Democrat.
He was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn Gibson Baldwin; parents Winnifred and J. T. Baldwin, Jr.; grandmother Minnie Baldwin.
He is survived by Edward Baldwin, Bob Baldwin and wife Lynda, Chris Baldwin and partner Kurt Pyatt, niece Parker Baldwin, nephew West Baldwin and fiancee' Candi Sims, adopted daughter Sandra Allen and husband Darrell, adopted granddaughter Tralicia (Tree) Allen; close friends, Ranny Gunn, partner Pete Kommes, Larry Wright, Eddie Rivera and all his friends at Interfaith, especially Lady Carlson, Mrs. Meyers, Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Thomas and Rev. Dobynes.
Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Church of the Holy Cross Episcopal, 845 Cotton Street, Shreveport, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Mary Richard and Rev. Kenneth Paul. Reception to follow in church library. Memorials may be made to Interfaith, Providence House, Rescue Mission, or Holy Cross.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Baldwin
Lue (Stinson) Drummond
November 7, 2020
A Tribute to our Humanities Teacher, Mr. John Worthington Baldwin.
Class of 1979 Green Oaks High School
Class song "The Way We Were" by Barbara Streisand from the movie "The Way We Were".
Remembering the impressive and insightful lessons in our Humanities class; venturing on a class trip to the Dallas Museum of Art for the exhibit of Pompeii AD 79; and investigating distinctive religions [B'nai Zion Congregation, St. George Greek Orthodox Church, etc.] in Shreveport were some highpoints of our senior year. These experiences orchestrated by our instructor John Baldwin laid an everlasting framework to appreciate and explore learning for a lifetime.
During this upcoming season of thanksgiving, being able to say "THANK YOU Mr. Baldwin", for making the pursuit of knowledge interesting, enjoyable, and astounding. Memories, smiles, and the laughter--we remember.
Lue
Joe Green
December 6, 2010
I will miss my friend, John Worthington Baldwin, who was also at various times my student, co-worker, confidant, and comrade in the struggle for social justice. In his early childhood in Bernice he and his admirable family were also my next-door neighbors. You are gone, John, but not forgotten.
Joe Leonard Green
December 6, 2010
I will miss my friend, John Worthington Baldwin, who was also at various times my student, co-worker, confidant, and comrade in the struggle for social justice. In his early childhood in Bernice he and his admirable family were also my next-door neighbors. You are gone, John, but not forgotten.
Vee James
December 3, 2010
Yes, he did fight a good fight throughout the course of his life. So much thanks to him and Marilyn that I chose a wonderful career which has taken me around the globe. I still reap the rewards of that choice today.
December 3, 2010
Our thoughts and love go out to the Baldwin family...
Merri, Jeff, and Jonah
John Baldwin
December 1, 2010
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Sandra Jones-Hicks
November 19, 2010
I am so blessed to have known this truly amazing man. To many of us he was our teacher, leader, father figure and a perfect mentor. I was amazed by his love for Art, which lead to me find my own passion for art through photography. While attending college at L.A. Tech, I received a post card featuring the “Chateau royal de Neuscwanstein” castle from Dr. Baldwin after he had toured seven castles in three days. I still have that post card. His passion for traveling and seeing the beauty of the world set atonements in my life that keeps me looking for all the beauty this world has to offer. I thank him for sharing his travels, knowledge, and his servant leadership spirit with me. You will forever be in my prayers Mr. John Baldwin.
Sandra Hicks
Peggy young-Allen
November 19, 2010
Mr Baldwin was a very nice and kind person. My prayers are with the entire Baldwin family. God Bless you all!!
Fran Tarver
November 16, 2010
I was one of he first teachers when John opened Hamilton Terrace Learning Center & taught there 7 years. I was so grateful to have known John who encouraged us & the students to strive to overcome all obstacles. I had such respect for him as an educator and a compassionate person. I moved from Shreveport 13 years ago & had no idea Marilyn had died. He truly followed his heart & should be remembered for his honesty and love of children. He wanted everyone to succeed. I know he fulfilled his destiny & is happy. I just hope he knows how much he was appreciated & loved. And I hope his family knows it was an honor to be mentored by him. Fran Tarver (Jones)
Santa Fe, NM
jesse colvin
November 16, 2010
johnny'
I was so lucky to share time with you.we were searchers and explorers together at a time of great change and awakening in our country.We laughed until we cried in our "wonder years" and I will never forget you
and your family.You will be in my heart forever.I love you brother. jesse a."andy" colvin
November 15, 2010
Sorry to hear about your lost. May God Bless you and your Family.
Co-worker at Hamilton Terrace
Vonda H. Johnson
Daneta Bardsley
November 15, 2010
Dearest Bob and Chris,
You have lost a brother, and I have lost a friend. John's death leaves a hole in all of our lives. I'll be in touch soon.
Renita Smalley-Bryant
November 14, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was an inspiration to many, a visionary for all and a friend of humanity. He blessed the Green Oaks Family and the entire Shreveport Community, for that we are eternally grateful.
Glenda Dickens-George
November 14, 2010
My God bless your family in this time of sorrow. I enjoyed working with Mr. Baldwin at Hamilton Terrace.
Bobby Lister
November 14, 2010
Mr Baldwin was one of the teachers at Green Oaks High School who had a definte positve effect on me at a time when I was a difficult teenager. His encouragement, dedication were instrumental in making me the person that I am. To his family, don't be sad, he was a great man that gained respect from students and faculty. He touched the lives of many people while at Green Oaks. May GOD bless you Baldwin family during you bereavement!
Bobby Lister
Green Oaks High School C/O 1978
Shreveport, La.
Christopher Baldwin
November 14, 2010
I know you are present elsewhere for now, but you are always in my heart. Seems like only yesterday you were worried about the possibility of ME dying. But all will be reconciled in the end. Good bye only for a brief moment in time, my brother. Blessed be until we meet again.
Sha'ron Brim-Ivory
November 14, 2010
I wish heaven had a phone, so I could hear your voice again.
I thought of you today, but thats nothing new.
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.
I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.
All I have are memories and a picture in a frame.
I love and miss you so much..
MY FAVORITE TEACHER~MY GUARDIAN ANGEL~MY FRIEND..Sha'ron Brim-Ivory
Barbara Phillips
November 13, 2010
How wonderful to read the tributes from John's former students. It would be impossible to find a more caring, intelligent person who blessed so many lives and encouraged so many to live up to their potential. Traveling with Marilyn and John for years enriched my life immeasurably. At least Marilyn didn't have to wait very long for him to join her -- can we expect tours of Heaven soon?
Doris Phifer-Williams
November 13, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lue Willie Stinson Drummond
November 13, 2010
Mr. John Baldwin was an educator who lead by example, a friend who inspired, and an advocate who embodied the enjoyment of learning. He will always be remembered.
Green Oaks High School, Class of 1979
Reginald Williams
November 13, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was as smart as he was kind. He taught children from where they were and loved them for who they were, not for what we wanted them to be. He always disciplined with dignity and counseled with courage, competence, and concern. He was a mountain of a man, and I hope to reach the same summit of sincerity and service that he climbed to as an educator and as a human being.
November 13, 2010
I will miss John greatly. He had a good relationship with all the Interfaith leaders but he was especially close to Mrs. Myers, Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. Thomas, Ms. Edna Brown and Dr. Dobynes. We laughed together, cried together and worked for the common good of all Shreveport/Bossier. Interfaith will carry on the legacy of John Baldwin and the work he started as an Interfaith leader. Lady Carlson
Kenneth Smith
November 13, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was one of the best Principals I've ever had the privlidge of meeting. When ever he talked to you, his messsage was honest, fair, and deliberate. He maintained the balance in the office, and was GOOD for Green Oaks. He will truly be missed!
Kenneth Smith
Green Oaks High C/O 1986
With Sympathy - Tressla T. Thomas
November 12, 2010
A Reminiscence
YES, thou art gone! and never more
Thy sunny smile shall gladden me;
But I may pass the old church door,
And pace the floor that covers thee.
May stand upon the cold, damp stone,
And think that, frozen, lies below
The lightest heart that I have known,
The kindest I shall ever know.
Yet, though I cannot see thee more,
'Tis still a comfort to have seen;
And though thy transient life is o'er,
'Tis sweet to think that thou hast been;
To think a soul so near divine,
Within a form so angel fair,
United to a heart like thine,
Has gladdened once our humble sphere.
By Anne Bronte
The Poetry Foundation
Lola B. Nettles May
November 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
DeAndrea' Scott-Abram
November 12, 2010
Truly one of God's Angel. Mr. Baldwin was not only a great teacher and principal he was a friend to all. I can remember when I would get a referral to the principal's office, to me Mr. Baldwin was the only principal, never scolding me only a nice talking to for the reminder of the class hour. He was always there if I needed help in any of my math classes. God call out to Mr. Baldwin telling him that he had fought a good fight, he had finished the race, and he had keep his faith, now it was time to come home to him. Truly one of God's Angels
Green Oaks c/o 84
Pearlie Carey-Johnson
November 12, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time. Mr. Baldwin was one of my favorite teachers. I wish all teachers showed his love and compassion for their students.
November 12, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was one of my favorite teachers in the 70's he will truly be missed, and yes he treated everyone the same he inspired a lot of kids at Green Oaks. Heaven has a new angel.
Sherry Samuels (Houston, Texas)
Pam Toburen
November 12, 2010
John was a special person from a special family. He was of great intelligence and had a core of good values he put into action through out his life. Condolences to the Baldwin family from Robert and Pam Toburen.
Carole Ann Mitcham Conerly
November 12, 2010
With sympathy to John's family and friends.
Don D. Otis
November 12, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. Mr. Baldwin was one of my teachers in the mid 70's at Green Oaks. He was the greatest and he will truly be missed. My God Bless the Baldwin Family.
Patrick Thomas
November 12, 2010
Sometimes we don't understand what god is doing until we lose people that mean so much to us.
Charlotte Webb
November 12, 2010
I know that the Baldwins are happy in heaven.
November 12, 2010
To the Baldwin Family "My prayers and thoughts go to all of you. May God continue to bless you and keep you always. Carla McCoy (Shreveport, LA)
Perry Perkins
November 12, 2010
John, was both a friend and a partner in public life. John cared deeply about the health of the community and worked to live out his faith in action through his church and through Interfaith. I will keep him in my memories and will keep on with his work.
MARLA HALL-DAVIS
November 12, 2010
what a wonderful man the world has lost, but an angle heaven will recieve we will miss you.
November 12, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was such a scholar and yes, he treated eveyone the same. His influence as a teacher helped a lot of students learn to focus on why they were there. He will be missed. "Pamela Robinson-Mason c/o 80, Eden, NC
November 12, 2010
Mr Baldwin will truly be missed. I worked with him at Green Oaks High School. Our Prayers are with you at this time. "Angela Griffin and Family" Shreveport La
Marcus Manuel, Sr
November 12, 2010
From day one, I admired the intensity and intelligence that came naturally for Mr. Baldwin. As a principal, he taught me and graciously allowed me(under his "nonchalant" watch)to express myself as an English/Drama teacher at Hamilton Terrace. I remember most that he never changed his hat as an advocate for kids. He was the same then and his spirit will remain as resolute. As an intelligent force in education, Caddo Schools had to contend with his brazen approach and his ability to somehow do whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted.
I will NOT miss him, because his influence and spirit lives on...in my classroom daily!
November 11, 2010
To the Baldwin Family: Our prayer is that God will comfort your hearts due to the loss of your loved one. The "Woodard Sisters" (Patricia, Wendy, May, Ivy, Kathy)
Shelia Mitchell
November 11, 2010
An Awesome Man and Great Role Model..Prayers from Shelia Mitchell and Family
Jeanette Johnson
November 11, 2010
Mr. Baldwin was A great principal at Green Oaks and my favorite! Me and my family send our prayers to his family. RIP Mr. Baldwin" Jeanette Lee Johnson
November 11, 2010
Mr.Baldwin was the love of my life.I will truly miss him.He was truly a fair and compassionate man.The family is in my prayers. Ursula J.Allen
Sheryl and Mary Wrright
November 11, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin Nicholson
November 11, 2010
John Baldwin was one of the greatest teachers I have had and made a great impact on my life. I was so impressed with his knowledge and even more grateful for the time that he took to pour himself into the lives of the students at Green Oaks High School. He was truly a great man and will be missed.
Geneva Foster
November 11, 2010
My prayers are with the family, he was a great person and principal.
DELENE O"REAR (ALLEN)
November 11, 2010
BOB AND LINDA: I AM SO SORRY TO READ ABOUT YOUR BROTHER. IT HAS BEEN TOO MANY YEARS SINCE I HAVE SEEN OR HEARD FROM ANYONE BACK WHEN I WENT TO SCHOOL. I WENT TO BERNICE HIGH TILL THE 10TH GRADE. WE ALL WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER. YOUR FAMILY WERE ALWAYS NICE TO MY FAMILY WHEN GROWING UP. I REMEMBER THE POST OFFICE DAYS. AGAIN GOD BLESS AND MAY GOD'S GRACE, PEACE OF COMFORT AND UNDERSTANDING SURROUND YOU AND YOURS.
Cathryn Hall Angeles
November 11, 2010
God Bless- I grew up travelling w/ John and Marilyn- They are sorely missed.
November 11, 2010
John and Marilyn were a big part of my teenage years and have been a continuing influence in my life. I met my husband on one of our travels together! John was always lots of fun on these trips and you could tell he had a real zest for life. I'll always remember him. -- Carla Hall Minor
Charlotte Webb
November 11, 2010
I remember John as a member of my church and a principal at Hamilton Terrace Learning Center. I also remember his wife, Marilyn as a world traveler and retired professor of English at LSU-S. I remember his enthusiasm for living a full life.Charlotte Webb
Ronnie Hooper
November 11, 2010
My prayers are with the family.
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