November 15, 2013
Dear Families:
It is with sadness that Astoria Lutheran school shares, that on November 8, 2013, Ms. Barbara Darden passed away after a long illness. Ms. Darden was a teacher at Queens Lutherans School/Astoria Lutheran School for over 35 years. Ms. Darden was the upper grade English teacher and had a great connection with the children. In 1989, Ms. Darden was honored by the Lutheran Schools Association as Teacher of the Year.
A special service for Ms. Darden will be held at Grace Church, 31-20 21st Avenue, Astoria, New York 11105, on Sunday, December 8, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served in the Blue Room after the service.
In honor of Ms. Darden's long service at Queens Lutheran School and Astoria Lutheran School a scholarship fund will be established in her name. An acknowledgement of your gift will be sent to the family.
Yours in Christ,
Mary-Elaine Leake
Principal/Director
Addendum: Several of you have asked where cards or donations may be sent. You may send them to:
Astoria Lutheran School
Barbara Darden Scholarship Fund
31-20 21st Avenue
Astoria, New York 11105
If sending in a donation, please make the check payable to Astoria Lutheran School, and on the memo line, please write Barbara Darden Scholarship Fund.
