From the Joan Baez website, www.joanbaez.com:
"It is with much sadness that we share the news that Joan's sister Mimi Fariņa has lost her long, courageous battle with cancer. Mimi died in the early morning on July 18, 2001, at her home in Mill Valley, California, surrounded and supported by the love of those closest to her.
"Mimi Fariņa was an amazing woman who was truly a joy and an inspiration to so many people. An accomplished musician, loyal fans have enjoyed her music for decades, and her 25 years of work with Bread & Roses has deservedly earned her accolades and admiration.
"Mimi was also a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a niece, a colleague, a dear friend, and a loving partner. Please keep all of those who loved her in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
(Memorial donations in Mimi's honor can be made to Bread & Roses)"
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