Condolences

I cannot begin to express my gratitude to Barb for all the joy, understanding, compassion and fullness that she brought to my life. I first encountered Barb through Joanne, but Barb - and 'ouisie, and do I ever-so-much miss her, too - became mainstays of my growing up and of my returns to Utica after I moved away. Lord only knows how much beer I drank on Marvin Street in Clinton, but I wouldn't give back an ounce of it. Barb taught me that no matter how nasty a turn things might take in life, there was always a way you could find to laugh at them. Certainly some of my fondest memories in Life are of Christmas on Benton Circle, but I also have super-fond memories of Christmas on Marvin Street. Looking back now, I can't believe how little I talked to Barb after she moved from Marvin Street. The old song is 100% correct when it tells you "You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone ... " Joanne, Barb's kids, please accept my sincere condolences, Barb's passing kicks a big hole in my life, I'm sure it kicks an even bigger one in yours. Barb was a Force of Life, as much as we will miss her, we should not forget how much our lives were enriched by having her in them.

I am sorry to hear of Barb's passing. Many memories of her and the wild activities at the Harty house over the years. We all will have great memories of growing up in Benton Hills. The Harty's were in a class by themselves . Sadly, Susie Greene died last week. Again, our condolences to Jo and your entire family.

To the entire family my condolences. Your mom is a huge part of my childhood memories. She was always up for a(long) chat and her heart and home were always open. Love to you all.
Christine the bean xo

Joanne, my sincere condolences to you and all of your family. I am sad to learn of Barb's passing. I enjoyed many fun times with her over the years. She will be missed.

Barb was a pleasure to work with for so many years at FPM. I loved working with her and became a friend to her over the years. She will be greatly missed. Barb always had a good word and smile for you!

My heartfelt condolences to Will, Molly, Jessica, Elizabeth and Jake. I have more wonderful memories than I can count of growing up with you on Marvin St, with Barb leading the pack in fun adventures and lots and lots of laughs around your big kitchen table! I feel so very fortunate that I had you and your amazing Mom in my life since childhood. How boring life would have been without Barb keeping us on our toes and always so interested in what we had going on! My love to each of you and prayers for you as you face the days ahead. Just remember, a light like Barb’s never goes out!! You will carry her with you forever.

Love,
Meg