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Nancy Dunn Baskin
On Sunday, July 9, 2023, Nancy Dunn Baskin passed away at her home in Dagsboro, DE after a long health battle. Devoted mother of Ellen, Allison, and Madeline Baskin; mother-in-law to Matthew Johnson and Shea O'Brien; aunt to many loved nieces and nephews. Nancy is survived by her mother Joan Dunn-Williams, brother Patrick, and sisters Faith, Celia, and Erin. Her father Albert Dunn, brother Kevin, and sister Cyrille predeceased her.
Nancy graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor's in English. A life-long educator, she was a passionate teacher and dedicated department head at multiple Montgomery County Public Schools, an innovative principal at a small Catholic school in Orangeburg South Carolina, and an inspiration for countless students and co-workers. Upon retirement, she enjoyed traveling with family and friends and spending time in nature with her dog, Bash.
A memorial will be held at Botanero in Rockville, Maryland on Monday, July 24, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Baskin
Ellen Sassard Dayton
July 13, 2025
to be a teacher is to believe and hope in the next generation of learners. something we shared. i still carry that belief and hope. miss you.
Martha Cowgill
February 14, 2025
We Love You and Miss You very very much dear Friend
And today for Valentines Day Reminds all of US how YOU had the biggest Heart
So Thankful to have known you throughout the years
Mostly the WWW Ladies xoxo
And Gents who also loved you too
Thank you just for being YOU. We will never forget you our sweet one of a kind Lady
Sending Lot's of Love to Heaven and huge Hug's from Us all xo
Martha Cowgill
December 18, 2024
Nancy you were such a people person and always very kind and genuine and really cared whenever we had a conversation in person and via text.
I still remember how thoughtful you were to me when my psoriasis was acting up and still concerned Even if it wasn't bad.
I Love and appreciate your advice and a loving heart
May God Bless You and your Family
As I know how difficult it is to lose someone that we care about.
Thank you for Everything.
You will remain in my heart and prayers with so many memories to keep tucked in a special place in my heart.
Martha Cowgill
September 23, 2024
I remember so many moments when I first met you and you tried so hard to help me with my psoriasis and arthritis.
But most of all,I remember your beautiful smile!!!
Always very concerned and knowledgeable and very intelligent examples and what I needed to do.
You were always so Selfless.
Beautiful inside and out.
Thank you for everything. I was Blessed to have known you
Ellen Sassard Dayton
July 13, 2024
The anniversary of a death is called a yahrzeit. It's observed each year on the Hebrew date of death by reciting kaddish at synagogue and by lighting a memorial candle/lamp at home in memory of your loved one.
to grieve is to know we have loved.
nancy will not be gone from us until we cannot remember. she was a light. light a candle for her. for us to remember. dusty
Caroline Hartsock
December 7, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Martha Cowgill
July 25, 2023
Nancy you were always a great listener and never afraid to give well needed suggestions.
I'm sorry that I wasn't able to get around to visit you, I wish I could have.
You were full of information and so knowledgeable and intelligent.
I Love You
God Bless You Always
Pamela Mangan Obrien
July 24, 2023
I will always remember how much fun you were in HS. You made everyone laugh and made me smile with your vivacious personality, zeal for life, and great sense of humor! You will surely be missed.
May you rest in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven.
Ellen Dayton (dusty)
July 23, 2023
really glad that nancy made it out to the west coast and visited with me. a happy moment.
Hilary Raizon
July 23, 2023
so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you
Martha Cowgill
July 22, 2023
Nancy, I will always remember you and I enjoyed texting with you and talking to you throughout the year's
You had a heart of gold and God will carry you in Heaven.
I hope you can feel at peace.
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