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Barbara Topper Obituary

TOPPER, Barbara A. - Born February 27, 1937 in San Francisco, passed away surrounded by her family on May 18, 2005. As a wife and mother she was the foundation for family togetherness and celebrations. Barbara is survived by her husband Charles; sons: Kenneth, Robert, Peter and Joseph; grandchildren: Robert Jr., Jennifer, Nicki, Corey, Rachel, Chad, Chantel, Christian and Faith; great-grandchild, Robert III; sister, Irene Farrell; and 25 nieces and nephews. Friends and family are welcome to services being held at Holy Cross Cemetery May 25, 11:00 am, where she will be interred with her daughter Sharon. Remembrances can be made in Barbara's name to the American Lung Assn.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from May 22 to May 23, 2005.

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Sherri Kohl

January 18, 2019

Topper Family:
I realize it has been a few years since Barbara passed and my coming upon her obituary just now was a little strange. I wish to offer my sincere condolences for your loss.
I'm sure you won't remember me, but I dated Robert for awhile in 1977. Sincerely,
Sherri Collier-Kohl

Kay Topper Sylvia

June 3, 2005

Barbara was my sister-in-law. We had so many fun times as the children were growing up. I surely remember the bowling nights, where the after-hours breakfast at her and Chuck's house would follow. Also the snow trips with kids in sleeping blankets covering the floor of the cabin. And certainly will not forget the Reno trips, when she was hard to find once she saw those slots. One Reno trip we won because we were #1 in the bowling league. Barbara was always there to help out if my kids needed a place to be while I was having an appointment, and she was there when she was needed for her own children. She, and Chuck, went through the most desparate times, and never wavered in their strength and caring for their children. They have raised beautiful, smart, and tremendously good-hearted children, and I surely admire that. The proof is in their coming together at times of ease, and times of distress. In her last days they all gathered around, again, to reafirm their lasting love for her, and for family life. She will rest in peace because of the legacy of strength, and faith, that she left behind.

Cheryl Farrell

May 26, 2005

So sorry for the loss of a wonderful woman! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.



Much Love, Anthony, Cheryl, Kaitlyn & Meighan Farrell

Craig, Sue & Sydney Farrell

May 22, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Auntie Bobbie was a very special person and will be missed Immensely.

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