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Barbara R. Shankel

FUNERAL HOME

Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Barbara Shankel Obituary

Barbara R. Shankel
age 61, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, March 12, 2010. She was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Raymond and Harriet Evans. In addition to her parents, Barbara has been greeted into heaven by her aunt, Ruth Sloe; brother, Barry Evans; and grandson, Zachary Pirreca.
She will be greatly missed by her two daughters, Suzanne (Bill) Leonard and Kristin (Andy) Pirreca. Barb is also survived by her grandchildren who brought many smiles to her face, Nick, Tyler and Allison. She is also survived by her three brothers, James (Diane) Evans, Greg (Janice) Evans and Rick (Tammy) Evans. Barb is also survived by her two best friends, Diane Stromsky and Vicki Frustaci. In addition, Barb will be greatly missed by her many nieces, nephews and many friends.
Memorial services will be held Tuesday March 16, 2010, 11 a.m. at the Canal Fulton United Methodist Church with Pastors Kathy Moody-Arndt and Henry Woodruff co-officiating. Calling hours will be held Monday March 15, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 E. Cherry St. (Rt. 93 Canal Fulton) and again ONE HOUR PRIOR to service time at the church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude's Cancer Center or Canal Fulton United Methodist Church.
Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356

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Published by The Repository on Mar. 14, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Shankel

16 Entries

Shelly Brotzge

March 22, 2010

Dear Family: I was so sad to hear of Barb's passing. Barb made a huge impact on my professional life. I will never forget interviewing with her in 1995 in the lobby of the Liberty Mutual office building in Louisville, KY. Barb was stepping up to help hire a new staff member for that office while her counterpart was on medical leave, and we could not get into the locked office! Barb's willingness to be a team player helped to give me a strong start to a very successful career, and I will always be thankful. Barb was always willing to help, be a strong sounding board for her staff, and a role model to follow. Barb was always the fun person in our group and one who would always step up and participate. She made working fun with her fabulous sense of humor. Barb was easy to be around. May you be comforted by your memories. I have too many to mention.

March 17, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Patty Boling-Hall

March 16, 2010

Dear Girls: I loved Barb so much and enjoyed each moment I did spend with her. I am so sorry for your loss. I loved her sense of humor - I will miss her. I know how much she loved her family and I know you were there for her. God be with you and with Barb. Lovingly Patty Boling-Hall, Canal Fulton, Ohio

Patti Dunn

March 16, 2010

Dear Suzi,Kristin,family & friends of Barb,
I am profoundly saddened by the loss of Barb. I knew her only 2 years yet she managed to make a huge impact on me. Barb displayed such immense courage, grace and incredible wit as she faced adversity. She certainly was and will continue to be an inspiration to me. Two things come to mind when I think of Barb: her immense capacity for humor and her deep love of her family. She spoke proudly and often of her children and grandchildren as well as her siblings. She had many close and loyal friends and family and it is no wonder. It was a pleasure and a priviledge to be a part of Barb's treatment team. She will be deeply missed by all of us at HOCI.

Anita Ashley

March 16, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. I knew her through work at Liberty, and I'll always remember her putting together the entertainments at the Regional Meetings - we still talked about the "Calendar Girls" (who were our salesmen and managers, dressed up as each month!). She was dedicated to her work, but most of all, to her family. May the love that she had for you all carry you through this time of sorrow.

Kathy Zollars

March 16, 2010

Dear family and friends,
I've known Barb and family since grade school, She was a great lady and will not be forgotten. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

tracie bircher

March 15, 2010

Suzanne and Kristen...I am thinking of you both....your Mom will be missed, and I'm sorry I could not be there to pay my respects. Tracie (gromes) Bircher

Robin Dudley

March 15, 2010

I am sorry to hear of Barb's passing. I had the priviledge of working with Barb for the past 30 years. She always had a joke to tell or something to say that would make you laugh.
You gave a good fight Barb Shakel. May you now be at peace with the good Lord. You will be forever missed.
May God Bless,

Linda Wilson

March 15, 2010

Dear Suzi: You have been in my prayers since we found out about your mother's prognosis and you will continually be in my prayers as you mourn her loss. To you and Kristin and the rest of your family and friends: Rejoice in her memory,you will find joy and strength; rely on the Lord and you will find peace. Sincerely, Linda

Mary Myers

March 15, 2010

Dear Suzi: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know the last month has been very difficult. I am so glad you got to spend so much time with your Mom at the end of her life. I hope these memories will bring you strength. I have no doubt that your mother touched many lives and that she will be in your heart forever. I am glad she doesn't have to suffer any longer. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate her life. I look forward to seeing you when you return to Indianapolis. Sincerely, Mary

bonnie gromes

March 14, 2010

Dear girls,
I am so sorry for your loss, I am in florida and can't get home until sat. your mom was so special to me and I will miss her so much! She was always there for me, and my whole family loved her! you are in my thoughts and prayers, love, bonnie Gromes

March 14, 2010

Dear Suzie & Kristin,
My deepest sympathy to both of you & your families. I will always remember your mom, my friend & sister in law, who welcomed me into the Evans family at a most difficult time in her life, the death of her mother. She was there for me thru both the difficult and great times. She had the gift to make people laugh even in the worst of times.
May you find comfort & strength knowing that your mother is at peace in heaven with God.
My prayers are with you both at this most difficult time. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to ask.
Barb, until we meet again, I love you.
Suzie & Kristin,love you both,
Marianna Evans
Massillon, Ohio

March 14, 2010

Kristin,Suzanne, & Families:

Although we have had infrequent encounters over the last several years, I am saddened and will be forever grateful that Barb and my paths crossed.

We commiserated on the trials of being a single parent and we shared many laughs and good times through CFMC.

I often wished that she could appreciate the many talents that she had as much as those around her felt.

I do know that she was extremely proud of her girls and grandchildren. The last time we talked, she was sharing a Grandma-Grandchild trip that she had recently taken and told me how she did one-on-one trips for their birthdays etc.

I hold you all in my thoughts, heart, and prayers.

I know that my friend Barb has found the peace that she so richly deserved.

Jan (Wagner) Antal

Dave/Anna Sabarese

March 14, 2010

Barb and I grew up together in the Southwest end and went to school together since kindergarten. We were always the best of friends as kids. She hung out with Dave and I a lot and we have nothing but great memories of her - we always had fun together. Our thoughts and prayers go to the family - Love Dave and Anna

Jackie King

March 14, 2010

Dear Kristin, Suzie, & Family,

What a wonderful woman your mother, sister and grandmother was. I had the great pleasure of working with her & knowing her for six years. During this short time, she touched my life in so many ways. She was the BEST boss I've ever had or will have. She had a way of knowing when you were having a bad day or upset and with her ONE OF A KIND sense of HUMOR, she would make me laugh. I can see her now sitting with the Lord and cracking him up with her humor as she did with all of us here. She wasn't just a boss to me, she was my friend and I looked up to her as a mother. She was the BEST! "I LOVE YOU BARB AND WILL MISS YOU"

May God give you strength, peace & comfort during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all. She will be greatly missed!

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