Barbara taught me it is ok to be myself, and that no one can put me down...I told her we seemed two peas in a pod of sorts. Both having our unique individual idiosyncrasies...she embraced me fully for who I am, and I forever will be in her debt for the kindness, acceptance, and love she radiated toward me! One memory of such acceptance, I set the table for lunch one day and Barbara just laughed when I got a larger than needed bowl, to put my soup in. I didn't want it to slosh over the sides and make a mess! So I filled this bowl part way (it was a serving bowl, for vegetables or smaller side dishes). Barbara told me to do what works for me, and not necessarily the "proper" way; and she chided me for trying to apologize for my odd choice of dishes. Never change for someone else, stay true to who you are, always! I am lucky to have met and been able to talk and work, with this amazing woman!!!! She is sorely missed, but one day we'll be able to kill up our heels together! Love you so much Barbara, so much...and thank you to her family for their kindness to me, basically angels on Earth...I will stop, I'm starting to cry...happy tears, but still...

We want to extend our deepest sympathies to Barbara's family. We were sorry to hear of her passing. We can only imagine the amount of wonderful stories and memories that were created about Barbara over her 96 years, but we know they will bring an abundance of smiles to her loved ones when remembering her! We hope those memories bring comfort to you all.

Aunt Barbara reminded me so much of my Dad, Richard. Her speech, mannerisms, and beliefs. I will hold her forever I'm my heart. I am sad to hear of her passing. She will be missed down here, but I imagine she has quite the welcoming family up in heaven, waiting with open arms.

Tom, sorry to hear about your mom.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.