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Barbara CHRISS Obituary

Barbara Ruth Chriss Resident of El Cerrito Barbara Ruth Chriss passed away at home on November 6th. A devoted educator in the Contra Costa School District, she is survived by her daughter Erica Chriss and her sisters Linda Aarons and Carolyn Chriss Fromson. A Memorial Service will be held at the Berkeley City Club on Thursday, November 11th at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Lighthouse for the Blind. Sinai Memorial Chapel (925) 962-3636

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Nov. 10, 2010.

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Terri Varela

November 4, 2020

....still thinking of you....so lovely, thoughtful and giving you were. And, such a great loving mom to beautiful Erica.
.....missing you

Bill B.

December 23, 2010

The loss of Barbara to this world is devastating. She set my spiritual compass 45 years ago, never knowing how important she was to me or what a profound impact she made on my life. It was evident that, even in youth she was kind, forgiving, empathetic and wise, beyond her years. That she proved to be a loyal, caring friend to others, throughout her life, is no surprise. "Do not urge me to leave you or turn back from following you; for where you go, I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your G-d, my G-d; where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried..., for death alone shall part us, ..." A long lost friend.

Terri Varela

November 15, 2010

Barbara was genuine. She was fiercely loyal to those she held close, and spoiled the ones she loved the most. I don't think she would have it any other way. She really wanted the best for you if she knew you. I admired her intelligence, humor, and beauty. She was incredibly generous with her time, and always had a smile for me. I will miss her lively spirit. Take care sweet angel. You were loved, and will be missed.

Marian Berry

November 10, 2010

My sympathy goes out to the family and to know that when Barbara was born her family was given a gift. Now that she has died she has been blessed. She has no pain or worries.

Cathie Kosel

November 10, 2010

Barbara was a passionate and compassionate educator who gave much to so many children.

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