Faye Ann Das

June 1934 - December 2017

Faye Ann Das, age 83, loving wife, mother, grandmother and educator passed away peacefully from advanced Alzheimer’s on December 5, 2017 in Santa Rosa, California. Faye was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, attended Marion College and the University of Wisconsin in Madison where she received her MA specializing in Chinese history. While studying, she met and married her husband of over 50 years, Nirmal K. Das. When he completed his studies, Faye and Nirmal moved to California where she began her long and distinguished teaching career. Faye taught in the Oakland, CA and Lexington, KY public school systems and a Montessori school in Silver Spring, MD. She cared deeply for her students not only teaching them subject matter, but also providing a safe and nurturing environment. Faye mentored new teachers, many of whom became lifelong friends. Faye was always learning and went to China in 1981on a Fulbright scholarship to continue her studies in Chinese history.

Upon retiring, Faye practiced her other passions. She enjoyed writing short stories, children’s books and even a novel. Faye was a talented artist and her home was decorated with her beautiful water colors. She made gorgeous quilts mixing colors and fabrics together in magical patterns. Faye and Nirmal loved to travel and visited exotic locations all over the world. More than anything, Faye loved, supported and encouraged her friends and family.

Faye is survived by her children Robin K. Das (Beth S. Berkson) and Anita F. Das, and her grandchildren Kevin C. Das and Jessica A. Das, and her cousin, Doris Backes.

A private memorial for family and close friends will be held in January. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Northern California Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org/ norcal or 2290 North First Street, Suite 101, San Jose CA, 95131.