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Elinora Baffert Obituary

Elinora Joffroy Baffert passed away on June 23, 2011. Born June 30, 1922 to parents, Alberto M. Joffroy and Elinora C. Joffroy, Ellie was raised in Nogales, Arizona and graduated from Nogales High School. She received her degree in elementary education from Holy Names University in Oakland, CA and her Masters in Bilingual Education from the University of Arizona. She served the Nogales Public School system for 40 years: 32 as an elementary school teacher and eight as principal of A.J. Mitchell School. She was an active member and past president of the Santa Cruz County Cowbells and was inducted into the Nogales High School Hall of Fame in 2010. She is survived by her high school sweetheart and husband of 66 years, William G. Baffert. Mother of Adrienne Braccia (Craig), Bill Baffert (Annie), Nori Van Buren (Robert), Bob Baffert (Jill), P.A. Baffert, DeeDee Kirsch (Michael) and Gamble Baffert (Allison). Grandmother of 21 and great- grandmother of eight. Sister of Mary Lou Jones (Bill), Yolanda Alfaro, Susanna Chernin (Matthew), Roxanna Barnett (Gerry) and Yvonne Regan. Preceded in death by sisters, Evangelina Coppola and Estrella Elias. She touched so many people throughout her life and will be dearly missed. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, July 8, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nogales, AZ at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 28, 2011.

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joan weidoff

May 5, 2012

my mother Marilyn(Carey)Goodwin (monnie), from Pittsburg, California. was a very close friend of your mother. they went to Holy Names together. In fact she was my mothers Matron of Honor. my mom always bet on Bob's horses when they ran. she always had fun doing that.
she passed away sadly in 2003 at almost 81.
your father may remember her. sorry for your loss... the weidoffs..paul, joan and kids( joan Goodwin)

addison baffert

January 11, 2012

i miss her so much.

Jan Marie Connolly

November 7, 2011

Dear Baffert Family,
No words can express the deep loss I feel when discovering the passing of Mrs Ellie Baffert. She was a joy to have as a Principal for many years. Her kindness and respect for her teachers was well appreciated and her great sense of humor a joy to work under. She was an inspiration to us all and although Heaven has gained a beautiful soul; this world has lost one. May God bless your family in times of sorrow. and remind you of her happiness and ll the good she did during her time here on earth. Jan Marie Connolly Flynt

Laura Burnand Caminiti

August 16, 2011

Dear Baffert Family...I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your wonderful Mother. I think about Nogales and growing up the first 10 years of my life there, and your mom, Bill, Norie, Penny, Billie, Bobby, Gamble and your great ranch all are part of fond memories!! My prayers and love are with you during this time of huge loss.

Grace McGovern

August 4, 2011

Hi Dee Dee- Stumbled upon this while checking my father's (he passed in March); I remember you always speaking of your mother with great pride. Thinking of you and hope you, Mike and the boys are well.
-Grace Byrne McGovern

David & Liane Cooper

July 23, 2011

Dear William & Bob, Gamble, DeeDee, P.A., Nori, Adrienne,Bill
I want you all to know how sorry I was to here of your 'Mom's passing. Liane & I will always remember how wonderful she was to us throughtout our years living in Nogales. Your Mom will be truly missed by all who knew her. She touched many lives. With Sympathy Liane & David Capin Cooper

Marguerite Brown

July 11, 2011

Bobby, Billy and the Baffert Family -
Our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time. I was hoping to be in Nogales last Friday, but could not make it..so sorry. One of the fondest memories I have of my Dad's funeral was the first person there..Bill Baffert. I will never forget that ...your friendship over the years has meant a lot to all of us.

And Bobby - I haven't seen you in years..it is great fun keeping up with you through your brother or through the sports pages!

Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers.

Warmly,
Marguerite Valenzuela Brown
Julie Valenzuela

Marcela Estrella

July 8, 2011

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FAMILY. I HAVE BEEN AWAY FOR MANY YEARS, BUT CLOSE IN TIMES OF SORROW.

Lillian Chasten

July 6, 2011

I'll always treasure my memories of the
years growing up with Elinora ...

Deepest sympathy to all of her family!

Oralia Orozco (Gutierrez)

July 4, 2011

Each life is a miracle that changes the world and it leaves it a better place than before.... with heartfelt sympathy to the Baffert family - your mom will always be remembered.

Laurie Johnson

July 3, 2011

My condolences to the Baffert family. DeeDee, I do know what you are going through. Hang in there. Time is the great healer.

Monica Tovar

July 3, 2011

My condolences to the family..Had Mrs. Baffert for a teacher at AJ Mitchell. Was a strict teacher, but a very good one.. I didnt know she became a principal but doesnt surprise me.Bless all you Joffroy/Baffert family!

Elizabeth Coppo

June 30, 2011

I will be missing her and her smile that I saw just about every week for almost 30 years. I always called her my "ROCK". I will pray for Billy and the family. My Love Liz Coppo

corina hornbaker

June 30, 2011

Oh she was a sweetheart! she will be missed! my thoughts and prayers for the family!

The JDRF Board of Directors and Staff

June 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Peggy Wimmer

June 29, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of Elinora Joffroy Baffert's passing. I had no idea she was a teacher at AJ Mitchel, then became the Principal. You all have been so blessed to have had her in your life, for as long as she was. A mother, grandmother and a great-grandmother, that alone is quite an accomplishment. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peggy Wimmer

June 29, 2011

The faculty, school and parish community of Our Lady of the Assumption School in Ventura send our love and condolences to the whole Baffert family. We love you, Nori.

Norma Booth

June 29, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy to all of Ellie's family. She was an educational leader and dear friend.

June 28, 2011

Sorry for your loss Dee Dee. Brian Sievert

June 28, 2011

Our sincerest condolences to the Baffert family. It was a delight to meet your mom and dad at our dinner last December. Your mom was a wonderful and accomplished woman and it was a joy to have met her. May you find comfort in your loving memories of her. With deepest sympathy, Diane Castro for UA Hispanic Alumni

Claire (VanNimwegen) Young

June 28, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Baffert family. I have such fond memories of Elli. I started teaching in 1982 and she was the first principal I ever worked for. AJ Mitchell Elementary School was a wonderful school because of her and I loved working with her. She will be dearly missed.

Salpointe Catholic High School

June 28, 2011

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Baffert Family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Chris and Teresa Linn

June 28, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the Baffert family.

Mariann Blossick

June 28, 2011

My sympathy to the Baffert family.

John Duncklee

June 28, 2011

Deepest sympathy, Bill and family.

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