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Barbara Austin Obituary

AUSTIN, Barbara (Hall) Of Dover on November 18th. She leaves a daughter, Carolyn Keddell of Lebanon, ME, three sons; Reed of Norfolk, Richard of Needham and William of San Diego. Also survived by eight grandchildren and four step grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Francis Reed "Larry". A memorial service will be held at the Dover Church, 17 Springdale Ave., Dover, MA on Sunday, Dec. 7th at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Charles River Watershed Assoc., 190 Park Rd., Weston, MA 02493. Arrangements by the Eaton Funeral Home in NEEDHAM.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 23, 2008.

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Allison Sawyer

December 8, 2008

Carolyn, Please accept my prayers and thoughts at your Mother's passing. Your Mother was unforgettable and an amazing woman!
Hugs, Ali

Lee Patterson, President Noanett Garden Club

December 2, 2008

On behalf of the Noanett Garden Club, I'd like to offer our condolences to all of Barbara's family. Barbara has been an active member of our club since 1959. Her smiling face will be sorely missed!

Andy Shepard

November 24, 2008

Carolyn, Reed, Dick and Bill;

My heart felt sympathy goes out to you all. Barbara was a great lady who will be sorely misssed. She was truly one of a kind!

Lynn and John Petrasch

November 23, 2008

What a loss! We will miss this specal, unique grande dame. Our sympathies to the family.

tricia baylor

November 23, 2008

Caroline & family,
We are so sorry to hear of your mothers' untimely passing. You all will be in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.
Tricia & Peter Baylor

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