[Dixielandjazz] GINNY LUETJE

[Beth Schweitzer]

Thanks Janie for posting this. I have said this before, but Ginny was an
inspiration to me. When people say that she lost her battle with cancer,
they were not kidding about the battle part. She was battling with all
her might and I only wish the outcome had been better. I first met Ginny
on a JazzSea cruise and was told by a friend from California to look for
"Banjo Babe Ginny" and introduce myself as we were both from St. Louis.
We became friends instantly. 

Her work with young banjo players here in St. Louis was amazing. I was
able to see them perform at several functions over the past few years. I
hope they find someone to step in and continue her work.

Yes, Rest in Peace Ginny. You are missed already.

Beth

-----Original Message-----



Many of you may remember Ginny Luetje, "Banjo Ginny," who contributed
often
to this list in times past. Ginny was a retired R.N. and Music
Therapist,
and a banjo player who loved the music and established a group of St.
Louis
youngsters to give them banjo instructions. Many of you may also know
that
she has been battling cancer for some time. 

 

Per her husband, Don, Ginny passed away peacefully at her home today. 

 

Services are Saturday, in Kirkwood, MO. In lieu of flowers,
contributions
can be sent to: St. Louis Senior Dog Project, 7488 Rivermont Trail,
House
Springs, MO 63051


Ginny so loved the music. Her husband said that earlier this month, Bob
Lord's Dixie Rhythm Kings held a dixieland concert in the family living
room, which Ginny thoroughly enjoyed. 
 

Rest in Peace, dear Ginny. 
 

Jane Lynch

Janie39 at socal.rr.com