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1946 - 2016

BORN

1946

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Nickerson Funeral Home - Chatham

87 Crowell Road

Chatham, Massachusetts

Barbara Leiden Obituary

Barbara Gene (Griztbach, Barton) Leiden of South Chatham, MA died of an accident, Janu ary 8, 2016 at age 69. Barbara was the beloved wife of Robert, mother of Vin cent Barton of Valatie, NY and step-mother of Adam Leiden of Ballston Lake, NY. She had four adoring grandchildren, Quinn and Maggie Barton of Valatie, NY and Sarah and Jeremiah Leiden of Hudson Falls, NY. She is survived by her sisters Georgia Smolkis of Prospect, CT, Sherry Cappallo of Corsicana, TX, Melody Tolentino of Mililani, HI and brother Gene of Pottersville, NY. She was predeceased by her brother, Louis Gritzbach, Jr. Educated at Albany State University, Barbara taught English for 33 years in Schenectady, NY at the middle and high school level before retiring in 2002. Barbara was widely loved for her kindness and generosity of spirit, her compassion for others and her passion for service. She was a licensed amateur extra class radio operator (call letters N1UI,) and member of the Barnstable Amateur Radio Club, an active member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and Chatham Lighthouse Keeper, a volunteer at Red Cross blood drives and a blood donor, a frequent volunteer at the Habitat for Humanity Restore in Yarmouth and a helper at Christmastime for the Salvation Army. Barbara gave medical rides and distributed food to seniors for local senior centers. Memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod.

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Published by The Cape Codder from Jan. 12 to Jan. 22, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Leiden

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27 Entries

Jeremiah Leiden

May 5, 2020

I was her step grandson. Enjoyed spending time with her, and being able to spend time every summer with her for a week on Cape Cod. She was a great person, who cared beyond herself and helped everyone she could. Do miss her everyday.

Harry Cutts

January 6, 2020

Rob:
We will always remember Barb's smile and positive attitude.

Harry & Judi Cutts

Bianca

January 24, 2016

I hope that the promise found at 1Thessalonians 4:14 will bring you comfort. Please know God cares about us and sees our pain. It is so reassuring to know that there is a future for the ones lost in death. May you feel Gods love and comfort during this difficult time.

Virginia

January 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss.the Bible gives us comfort in that we have the hope of everlasting life,[John 17:3] You have my deepest sympathy.

Tiffany

January 18, 2016

With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow.
God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times. Psalms 91:2. May you find the needed strength from God, family and friends.

Lemuel Skidmore

January 15, 2016

Rob, Please accept my heart-felt condolences. My thoughts are with you.

Lem

Tim Long

January 14, 2016

Rob, I am so saddened to hear this terrible news. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Barb always made us welcome in your home in Glenville. We are all better for having known her. Please take care.

Joan McCarty

January 12, 2016

Rob, My heart is broken and I am sure you are suffering so much more. Barb was an absolutely delightful lady with a heart of gold. She made me laugh and made Thursdays a delightful experience. We had so much fun and I am just overwhelmed with sorrow. Please take care we are all praying for you.

Ira Lyons

January 12, 2016

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

January 12, 2016

I AM SENDING MY MOST HEARTFELT SYMPATHY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.PLEASE KNOW THAT GOD CARES FOR YOU.HOSEA 13:14

Susan Franco , Retired S Chatham Postmaster

January 12, 2016

Bob, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of such a beautiful, warm, thoughtful, giving, funny, loving and simply wonderful woman. Barbara was the kind of person you could quickly become friends with and was always ready and willing to help anyone would need it. Whenever she entered my office , it was with a smile, good conversation and the room just became brighter. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Leiden family with the hope of peace and memories that will keep your loved one close at heart.

Mary Sweeney

January 11, 2016

My heart goes out to Rob and your entire family. I am so very sorry for your loss of Barb. She had an amazing kindness and I was blessed to have met and worked with both Barb and Rob.

Rosemary Taylor

January 11, 2016

Barb was always a joy to work with at Habitat For Humanity, Restore. This is a sad day indeed. We will miss her greatly

Vicki Goldsmith

January 11, 2016

There is so much sadness at Habitat for Humanity. Losing Barbara is a deep deep loss, and we send out love and condolences to Rob and all her family. She is spoken of by staff and volunteers with such admiration and deep affection. I always loved to be in her presence - a generous spirited doer. It was our honor and good fortune to have her great energy (almost always with Rob nearby, if not at her side) dedicated to furthering Habitat's work on Cape Cod, these past 10+ years. Barbara, you touched, graced, so many lives. We miss you.

January 11, 2016

Sorry to hear of your loss Bob. Barb was a great lady and will be missed by many. I enjoyed working with Barb at habitat. Remember all the great memories together to help you get through these difficult times.
Lois OBrion

Joseph O'Toole

January 11, 2016

I am shocked and saddened to get this news as Barb was always cheerful and lively and fun to be with. I will miss her cheerful presence and delightful personality

Joe O'Toole

Barbara Segall

January 11, 2016

i will miss you so my neighbor and dear friend.

Barbara Segall

David Pollock

January 11, 2016

As a fellow Red Cross volunteer, I had the privilege of working with Barb on the scene of several disasters, and saw first-hand her compassion and professionalism. She also had a great sense of humor, even in times of stress. Rob and family, I'm deeply sorry for your loss.

Betty Raffaele

January 11, 2016

My heartfelt sympathy to Rob, Vince, Melissa, Maggie & Quinn , and the rest of Barb's family, friends and loved ones
I have known Barbara for more than 30 years. Our acquaintance became an amazing friendship. We have shared so much over the years from our "girl's week" at the Cape, to "Surprise dinners & Scrabble" at each other's homes, to sharing the love of our Sons & Grandchildren, to many heart to heart talks on the beaches of Cape Cod and many late night chats that went into the wee hours of the morning. The list could go on forever.
Barbara's tragic death has created a huge void in my life and sadness in my heart that will never go away.
Barbie, as we always said " It's God's plan, we don't know why".
Rest in Peace dear friend until we meet again.
Always loved, always missed & NEVER forgotten. Betty

January 11, 2016

Barbara and I were Red Cross disaster relief volunteers at the same time. We shared adventures and we shared laughs. Barbara was full of compassion and gave herself fully to her volunteer work. She will be missed by many. My sincerest sympathy is extended to Rob and their family.
Nancy Mutty, Brewster

Lee Hatfield

January 11, 2016

My Sincere Condolences to all who knew Mrs Barbara Leiden.

May God Comfort you in your time of loss.

January 11, 2016

Rob & Family:
There not enough words to express our sorrow for the loss of Barb. She was a neat lady and her involvement in the community reflects her dedication to others around her. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. We always enjoyed her company and her bright spirit.

Harry & Judi

January 11, 2016

I want to express our sorrow at the loss of Barbara from her whole Red Cross family. Barbara served those in need in so many ways, and helped Red Cross blood donors in the work of saving lives. She made the world a better place. I am so sorry and you will certainly be in our prayers. Bob Bowers, Regional Volunteer Services Officer, American Red Cross of Massachusetts

Tam & Sheila Garran

January 11, 2016

We are sadden by this terrible loss. Barbara was such a wonderful lady, always willing to lend a helpful hand to everyone she knew. Gone, but never forgotten.

Karen &Hank Henderson

January 11, 2016

Rob and Family....Hank and I are shocked and so very sorry that you have to say good-bye to a beautiful and loving lady. We will surely miss her wonderful smile at the Restore. May you have the strength to go on with beautiful memories.

Daniel Reilly

January 11, 2016

We are all shocked and saddened here. Thoughts & prayers with Vince, Rob, and everyone. Gone but never forgotten!

The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home

January 10, 2016

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

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