8 Nov, 2003

My wife and I occasionally make the trip with our children to
Lucketts for the annual fair... We made it again this year and
it was there that I learned of George's passing. I was a camp
counselor from 67 to 71 and they were the best summers of my
life. George was a fixture in those summers that I will never
forget....Puffin his pipe, rocketting the stake-bed or bus on the
then gravel roads, and oh the long trips to Nags Head and the
Shenandoah Valley. Glaydin was George (and Louise...and
Agnes...of couse) George was the salty, warm-hearted, lovely
man and I am grateful to have spent those summer months long ago
with him. Till we meet again in the air....Goodbye George!

Mike Healy - Glaydin Camp, 1967-1971

from:
healyoids@suscom.net

6 Aug, 2003

All of us who had anything to do with Glaydin were influenced by
George Baker and we are saddened to learn of his passing.
Certainly George touched the lives of thousands of people. His
influence on my life was profound. He was an absolutely unique
individual and one of the great men of his generation. He
devoted his life to working with children in schools and camps
and by his actions made the world a better place. He lived his
values to the fullest. My mind is flooded with memories of
George and the many good times we had. He knew how to make even
the simple things fun. His zest for life was contagious. And
there was no limit to what you could learn from George. His
wisdom was extraordinary.

Harold Kanarek Glaydin Camp, 1960-1967


[ It is Sunday evening about 7:20 PM. I'm writing
you back again to give everyone an update. George passed
away early Sunday [3 Aug] morning, peacefully in his sleep.
Karen L. Hall Granddaughter ]

9 June, 2000

Hello to those who might have known me in '79-'80
when I worked as a "houseparent" to a number of
interesting people who I wonder about on a regular
basis- Sam the boxer referred to earlier, Marty M,
John H., Mike H. and a number of others. Have
always had mixed feelings about being asked to
help people who often needed more than I had but
we all tried in best faith. I did go into
medicine and ended up becoming a psychiatrist and
practice here in Leesburg. Married Sarah Bothers
in 1984 and we have 2 marvelous children aged 14
and 13. I am sad to note to those who loved him
as much as much as Sarah and I did that Paul Weber
died in Florence 2 years ago. It still pains me to
think of his loss. He was such a good man.

Doug and Sarah Foster

from:
fostdoug@erols.com

12 June, 2000

I have had a couple of people ask me about what
happened with Paul Weber so I thought I would put
this note in for all to read.

Paul moved to Italy, Florence specifically, in
about 1980 or so. He loved his experience there as
a young(er) man and seemed intent on making it
home. He did it with gusto and never seemed to
look back. As any of you who knew Paul might guess
he traveled over Italy for some time-often at the
whim of whatever person and/or opportunity arose.
He mostly taught ESL and then got into some free-
lance writing and even did a local news broadcast
gig. He seemed to be looking to settle as he had
bought a small apartment in Florence. A friend of
mine referred to him as the unofficial mayor of
Florence-seemed to know most everybody and knew
all the interesting people of most persuasions.

He was most recently commuting to Rome doing a job
with the UN studying agriculture. He was actively
trying to nail a gig in Iraq where they would
study local agriculture for 3-6 months. He last
told me he was planning to eventually move to
Spain as he said this was where the most beautiful
women in the world live.(Perhaps Ellen Waller
would agree...). I had the chance to see him
during a cycling trip to Italy to see the Giro
d'Italia. He died on the night of his 40th
birthday after a night of great celebration with
his current girlfriend and assorted friends. He
had an attack of asthma that didn't clear, then
worsened to the point he lost his airway. He was
declared brain dead and donated 3 organs to
others.

Paul had become a Buddhist(I have a great video of
him chanting in our house while my 5 y/o tries to
figure out exactly what the hell this guy is all
about). His brother told me that hundreds of
people showed up for his funeral(or whatever
Buddhists do) in both Florence as well as Rome. I
used to kid him that he was a Jew from NYC that
moved to the most Catholic country in the world
and then became a Buddhist.

It seemed that Paul was developing an integrated
sense of self after so many years of searching. It
remains the saddest loss of my life. He was loved
deeply by those that he touched.

Very beautiful.

From:

Doug Foster

30, Jan 2002

I loved her as much as my own mother
Life here at Glaydin, will never be the same for me !

The passing of Louise weighs heavly upon my heart.
The past few months have been pure hell, for me,
not knowing what would be the outcome.

Louise played a large part in my desire to remain
here, at GLAYDIN She encouraged me, when I was
down. She made me happy, when I was sad. If I
was Mad ... She made me happy. If I was Sad, she
found a way to encourage me

I will never forget Louise and her love for her
flowers and Nature I will never forget Louise, as
the most wonderful person, I have ever met.

From: Ren Barker

31, Jan 2002

The following is from "Loudoun Times Mirror"
=================================== Louise W.
Baker Teacher, Glaydin School founder

Louise Willa Baker, 78, formerly of Virginia, died
Jan. 22 at Porter Medical Center in Middlebury,
Vt.

Born Oct. 13, 1923, in Laurel Bloomery, Tenn.,
Mrs. Baker taught at Burgundy Farm Country Day
School and Tauxemont Preschool in Alexandria for
more than 30 years. In 1958, she and her husband
George helped co-found the Glaydin School and Camp
near Lucketts. They remained active in the school
until retiring in the late 1980s and moving to
Vermont.

She enjoyed reading, gardening, collecting
antiques, and reading and doing crafts with her
grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, George Baker of
Orwell, Vt.; one daughter, Frances Stone of
Orwell, Vt.; seven grandchildren; 12 great-
grandchildren; four brothers; and two sisters.

Services will be at a later date.

Harold Kanarek

Feb 3, 2002

Hello all, it's Steve Jaeger again.

Last summer I was in the men's room at the huge
new outlet mall near Leesburg when I felt someone
staring at me. Oh this is wonderful I thought. I'm
47 years old and I'm about to be molested in a
public toilet. I did a quick zip up and turned
around to see George Baker with a big smile on his
face. We gave each other a hug ( outside the
bathroom of course ) and chatted for a few minutes
before going off our own ways. I caught sight of
Louise and gave her a wave. It occured to me that
it was the last time I saw her alive. I can
honestly say that I didn't know Louise nearly as
well as I knew George & Agnes but her impact on my
life was just as great as anyone I've ever known.
For the hundreds of kids and teachers who passed
through Glaydin over the years, Louise's vision of
education and caring will be felt for years.

Peace, SJ
New email, SJ

March 5, 2002

Memorial Service for Louise Baker will be Sat. April
6 at Burgundy Farm Country Day School at 2 p.m.

Burgundy Farm Country Day School
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, Virginia 22303
phone: (703) 960- 3431


Harold Kanarek

15 May, 2002

This is from Reston's paper, The Connection

Jane Wilhelm, 87, Dies

Jane Wilhelm, longtime Reston resident and an assistant to
Reston founder Robert E. Simon in the community's early days,
died on Saturday, March 23 in San Francisco. She was 87 years of
age. The family plans a memorial service in Reston in the next
few weeks at a time and place to be announced.



And this was written by Kenneth R. Plum, State Delegate, D-36th
in the same paper as a tribute.

Reston lost one of its true pioneers and most effective
advocates when Jane Wilhelm passed away recently. She was
formally involved in establishing much of the community
organization that is Reston. She helped to make Reston the
inclusive community that it is.

She was also an important transitional figure in her native
state of Virginia. Born in the far southwestern tip of the state
in the town of Norton to a family involved in the local politics
of the area, Jane's interest in politics and public policy
developed early. But Virginia in 1914 when she was born and in
1936 when she graduated from the College of William and Mary was
a very different place than she wanted it to be.

Personally acquainted with the late Sen. Harry F. Byrd whose
machine dominated Virginia and kept the state racially
segregated, Jane fought for a more open Democratic Party and
state government and for racial integration of the public
schools. She openly and forcefully opposed the Byrd machine's
efforts to keep schools segregated through massive resistance.

For me, Jane was a conscience reminding me of what I needed to
do in office. As a former school teacher, she wanted the schools
in Reston to be the very best. And she wanted all schools to be
the very best including the ones in the poorer regions of
southwest Virginia. She reminded me that while I was elected to
represent Reston in the House of Delegates I became part of a
larger body whose responsibility it was to represent all the
people of the entire state.

Several years ago, she gave me a framed copy of the Virginia
Statute of Religious Freedom authored by Thomas Jefferson. It
remains a prized possession of mine and a reminder from Jane of
the inclusiveness that our society must demonstrate.

I will always remember Jane's appearances at my annual public
hearings where in recent years she attended assisted by her
wheeled walker. Her insights were always keen. She always spoke
the truth whether or not it was politically popular. Jane always
had practical suggestions for moving the state forward.

Reston is a better place to live because of Jane Wilhelm, as is
the Commonwealth of Virginia. I hope to always remember the
things she told me; I think she helped me be a better legislator.

22 May, 2002

Hello Glaydinites,

The good in Jane [Wilhelm's] death is remembering again what she
believed in. I didn't always agree with her politics, but I
never doubted the sincerity of her heart. Our lives our
continually touched by people who challenge us, inspire us and
teach us about how to live our lives better. Jane did that for
all of us, staff and students. She always demanded that we
fulfill our potential, but was compassionate with us when we
failed to live up to her standards. It was her enduring grace
that she always seemed to forgive us for our failings, while
demanding of us our best. In my religious tradition we say of
the death of someone who has influenced us to be better, "May her
memory be for a blessing." Her's was, and will always be.

The last time I saw Jane I drove her to the wedding of Dick &
Barbara Bearman's eldest, Jessica. I arrived in Reston in my '68
Plymouth Barracuda convertible and asked her if she wanted the
top up or down. What an idiot I was to have asked.


Ken Goldstein

4 Nov, 2002

We are now planning a Glaydin reunion to honor Jane Wilhelm. We
are asking anyone who attended Glaydin School or camp from the
years 1969 to 1976 to attend a reunion which is now scheduled for
the 21st of June 2003. Hopefully we will have the reunion at
Glaydin if permission is granted. If anyone is in contact with
Glaydin alumni who do not have internet access please pass on the
information. Contact Steve Jaeger for more information.


from:
stevej9714@directvinternet.com
New email s.jaeger@verizon.net

10 Dec, 2004

Those who were at Glaydin summer camp in its early years (1958-1964)
remember Charlie and Jim. Unfortunately, I have to report that Jim Murphy
passed away on Dec. 8, 2004. Jim was known at Glaydin for directed many
powerful dramatic productions based on the theme for the summer. Perhaps
his most famous, was his "We Shall Overcome" play of August 1963. Along
with George, Louise and Agnes, Charlie and Jim were part of the very
foundation of what Glaydin was all about. Jim created miracles every
summer that will always be remembered by those of us who were part of the
productions and the many parents and friends in the audience.


from:
Harold Kanarek

20 Oct, 2004

Some sad news just received from Kim L-S. Claire Arce died suddenly on
Saturday 16 Oct. Few details available.
Steve Jaeger

12 Dec, 2004

I don't have much more on Claire than what I gave you before. She died very
suddenly from complications from emphysema. Kevin had come back east to see
her and was only here a day when she died. Kevin kept all of the funeral
details private and as far as I know didn't even run an obituary.
sj


from:
Steve Jaeger