"Dick, I am so sorry to hear about Diana's passing. I will never again be able to go to Atlantic City without thinking about her and how much she loved to go there. "
In loving memory of
Diana Stigbert
December 31, 1940 - August 4, 2010
Diana DeeDee Stigbert, of Kingston, NY, died unexpectedly Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at the Kingston Hospital. She was a graduate of SUNY New Paltz, having earned both her bachelors of Arts and Masters in Art Education. Mrs. Stigbert had been employed by the Kingston City Schools Consolidated as an Art Teacher for over 30 years, most of those years having been spent at the Kingston High School. She retired in 1995.
She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Kingston Teachers Federation; she was involved with the Pink Flamingo organization,
Mrs. Stigbert is survived by her husband Richard E. Stigbert, her sister - in - law Carole A. Dent of Kingston, her niece Deborah L. Stradley and her husband Dr. Daniel J. Stradley of Grove City, Ohio, her nephew Barratt Kit Dent and his wife Lisa J. Dent and their children George and Grace Dent. She was the daughter of the late George H. and Dora Tripp Dent, and sister of the late George F. Dent.
Entrusted to the care of the Keyser Funeral Service, 326 Albany Ave. Kingston, services will be private.
Tributes
" When I was hired to be an elementary Art Teacher in Kingston in 1971 the Art Department was a most friendly group. Diana very generously shared lesson plan books from her days in elementary Art, not only did the have in them wonderful plans but each page was a work of Art.Mentoring wasn't the rage back then but a given.I will remember Diana as a funny, giving person and a true example of a master teacher."
"Diana and I began teaching at Kingston High the same year. She met Dick soon after and I have always admired their wonderful relationship. She was very talented, funny and always had a kind word to say. She will be missed by all of her friends and my prayers and thoughts are with you Dick and your family. Liz Hoffmann"
"Mrs. Stigbert was one of those lovely teachers who you remember even after 40 years. I am sorry for your loss."
"Dee was one of the world's beautiful, gentle souls. "
"So sorry for your loss, Diana & I were members of the class of 1958 at KHS and shared many art classes together. She was always the sweetest person and we all will miss her at our next reunion. "
"My sincerest of condolences go out to Dick and your family on the passing of your lovely wife. She, and her fellow educators at KHS, made a significant impact on the lives of many young people for many years. I have so many fond memories of that wonderful "Art Team", and it always puta a smile on my face to think of those special times. I hope you find comfort knowing that her life was spent being loved, giving love and she will be remembered with love! Fondly Submitted- Mary "
"As an ex-student of Mrs Stigbert, I can tell you that I'm a better artist and designer today because of her teaching. She shall be missed greatly."
"We are very sad to learn of Diana's passing it seems like we just rec'd your holiday card and a note about the political changes in our Town. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. What a special lady Diana was. "
"Dick, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Diana was such a wonderful person. I have many good memories of our years at Kingston High School. When I first came to KHS she was so friendly and helpful. We spent many lunch hours together. My prayers are with you Dick. Joanne Petramale"
"I was very fortunate to have Mrs. Stigbert as an art teacher years ago at KHS (Class of 82). My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends."
"Dick I was so deeply saddened to hear about Diana. You were a wonderful couple and always very generous and gracious. You have my deepest sympathies. Sincerely, Jim Corsones"