Minnie E. La Barr

Woodstock - Minnie E. La Barr, died Friday, October 12, 2007 at Kingston Hospital. She was 83 years old.

Born July 9, 1924 in Cragsmore, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Grace Vandermark Scott, and she resided in Woodstock for the past 60 years. In her early years, Mrs. La Barr worked at the Ulster Knife Co., in Ellenville where she helped produce gun sights during WW II. After the war, She married Ervin C. La Barr, who predeceased her November 2, 1980.

She learned the art of canning and preserving as a youngster, and she provided her family with preserved fruit, pickles, jam and jelly. She was also an avid baker, and used the hickory nuts from her own yard. She had a passion for her flower gardens and enjoyed feeding the birds and wildlife, especially the hummingbirds that came annually to her gardens. She provided the warm atmosphere for family holidays and birthdays, making them special for her extended family. She was a NASCAR fan and rooted for Tony Stewart, enjoyed, enjoyed playing cards and crocheting. Minnie will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Surviving are: her daughter, Patricia May of Woodstock, two sons Ervin, Jr., of Woodstock and Thomas La Barr of Willow, two sisters Hilda Botens of Waymart, Pa., and Mildred Lee of Pine Bush; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, several nieces, and nephews. A brother, Franklin Scott, predeceased her.

The funeral service will be 1pm Tuesday at Lasher Funeral Home, Inc., 100 Tinker St., Woodstock, N.Y. Burial will be in Woodstock Cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Monday, October 15, 2007.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lasher Funeral Home. 845-679-7391