JEANNE A. BARR

BARR, Jeanne A. Of Westwood and formerly of Greenwich, CT, passed away peacefully at her home on August 2, 2013. Jeanne was married to the late Thomas A. Barr for 22 years. She is survived by 2 daughters, Susan Shaffer Atkins of Watertown and Martha J. Shaffer and her husband Joseph Nigro of Duxbury and 2 sons, Mark T. Shaffer and his wife, Carol Core of CA and David M. Shaffer of CT. Jeanne also leaves 4 grandchildren, Nate, Aisha, Anson and Kyle and 2 great grandchildren, Brooklyn and Shawn. In addition, she is survived by 4 step-children, Bill, Cindy, Susan and Steve and 3 step-grandchildren, Nick,Thomas and Sara. Jeanne was born in Philadelphia and grew up in Lancaster, PA. She was a proud graduate of Smith College, Class of '48. Jeanne spent most of her adult life in Greenwich, where she worked as a Planner/Zoning Enforcement Officer for 25 years. Upon her retirement in 1993, Jeanne was awarded the Town of Greenwich Seal for her dedication to the Community. In 2006, Jeanne and Tom moved to a retirement community, Fox Hill Village in Westwood, where they built many new friendships. Jeanne and Tom traveled extensively, were avid sports fans and enjoyed music and the arts. Jeanne also enjoyed playing tennis and paddle tennis. She was a fabulous mother and adored her extended family. Jeanne will be remembered for her love of politics, honest directness, utmost integrity, strength and love of life. Interment is private. Services to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be sent to Smith College, 7 College Lane, Northampton, MA 01063 or made online at www.smith.edu. Arrangements by Folsom Funeral Home. To sign guest book, please visit web site. Folsom Funeral Home www.folsomfuneral.com