There was a small gathering in Mill Valley on Friday early evening put together quickly by some of her friends (Marie, Susan, Mark T), as a small tribute to Johnnie Jean. Fortunately her husband Ed was able to join us. It was a last-minute thing and I was asked not to broadcast it, so please do not be disappointed if you did not hear about it. The gathering contributed toward our healing process, especially for Ed. There will be a very large celebration of her life planned for September 8 (probably in Fairfax), so mark the date. More details forthcoming.
While there, the online I.J. account from the coroner's office came out, telling that a cardiac event preceded the fall to her death, with altitude and exertion as contributing factors. She went quickly and did not suffer. http://www.marinij.com/
Elliot Karlan recorded the tribute in photos. Visit his page to take a look:
Ed also sent the following, that I might share with you:
Attached are a couple photos that show where she fell. The photo with the lake shows Sawtooth as the high ridge in the background. She was just about the middle of the photo left to right and about 200 feet below the ridge. On one photo there is a yellow marker where she was found.
The report is a few days off on when we thought we might hear from her after she got down to where there was telephone reception and when we called the park ranger to check her campsite. She did not get to Mineral King until the preceding Wednesday afternoon, and she wanted to stay several days because it is her favorite place in the world.
The report is a few days off on when we thought we might hear from her after she got down to where there was telephone reception and when we called the park ranger to check her campsite. She did not get to Mineral King until the preceding Wednesday afternoon, and she wanted to stay several days because it is her favorite place in the world.
I'm including my two earlier emails about JJ, for those who come to this site but are not on my mail list.
Sent August 11 and Aug. 9:
By now many of you know the latest news--that despite our hopes, prayers, and convictions that she would return safely to us, the body recovered yesterday has been positively identified as Johnnie Jean.
I'm rather at a loss for words, and feeling depleted now that there is no chance to share space with her in our world again. I'm sorry if I have not responded individually to the many of you who have been in contact.
Our loving hearts reach out to husband Ed and her children. We are stunned, saddened, but also enriched that her amazing life has touched ours.
Cherish your loved ones, practice kindness, and live with a spirit of fun!
Love, Blessings, and Condolences to All who share her loss,
Ellen ♫♪
On Fri, Aug 9, 2013 at 12:48 PM, Ellen Schulz <ellenjanesmusic@gmail.com> wrote:
This is what I posted yesterday on Facebook:
Our dear Friend Johnnie Jean Daniel is missing in the Sequoia Mountains, near Mineral King. She went out (alone) on Monday and has not been heard from. The authorities finally started a search today. Johnnie is a remarkable woman, climbed Mt. Whitney last month on her own. She has touched many many people with her zest for fun. Please hold good thoughts and pray for a successful outcome for this beautiful woman.Her friend Cathy alerted me and asked me to share. Many of you do not know her, but so many of you do.Johnnie Jean influenced me in so many ways, in the way I now live my life. She is probably the most fun-loving, spirited, compassionate and courageous woman I have ever met. She is also my predecessor for sending out a music and dance calendar.We're appealing to the powers of the universe to bring her home safely. Love and strength to her husband Ed LaBarre, her daughter and son, and to us all.Good thoughts and prayers, please--they hold power .I will update you as I hear news.We love you, JJ!Anticipating our Miracle,Ellen ♫♪
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