We are deeply saddened by the passing of two long-term SFBG Volunteers.
This month we gathered to celebrate the life of Joanne Taylor, a longtime volunteer and good friend of the Garden. She had many skills which she shared with the Garden - her photographs graced years' worth of monthly plant highlights on the bulletin boards at the gates, and for years her woodworking skills went to creating a warm and functional office environment as she built custom bookshelves, desks, tables, dividers, and more. Joanne was a docent for many years and volunteered in various capacities over the years, including serving on the Board as Docent Council president. We were grateful to take a moment to honor all of the time Joanne has contributed to the Garden and will miss her very much.
This month we also learned of the passing of a longtime nursery volunteer, Paul Santens. Paul was incredibly kind, gracious, and a pleasure to be around. He often helped out with the monthly plant sale and always had a smile on his face. Over the last two years under the supervision of past SFBG horticulturist Jason Martinez, Paul planned and planted a garden surrounding the Dutch Windmill on the east and north sides. His legacy will live on in the blooms that Paul shared with the Garden, and he will be greatly missed.
