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Joan Barb Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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June 13, 2012
Dear Bob and Family, We just heard about Joan. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob & Sandi Aue & kids
December 19, 2011
To Ms. Barbs family, I remember your mom as a gentle beautiful woman who wanted to hug everyone when my sister Vicki was at the Manassas Rehab facility. You are al in our thoughts and prayers and may you find peace knowing she is in a much better place now. Beth Finzel & family.
brenda wickouski
December 17, 2011
your in my heart and thought i love you all
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Rosanna DeMott
December 17, 2011
It was such a blessing getting to know her and her children! She was an inspiration to all of us!
Jeanne Clarkson Warner
December 16, 2011
Michelle, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Your mom was an amazing person.
Trista Ellis (Will)
December 16, 2011
Sad to hear of your loss. Praying for each of you!
Theresa Leatch
December 15, 2011
Joan was such a wonderful, kind, and truly beautiful woman. I think all the women of the church came to her at one time or another for her Godly advice. She was always gracious and patient with us all. There are few people in this world that I respect as much as Joan Barb. I am thankful I have the privilege to call her friend and sister in the Lord. We do not sorrow as those that have no hope. Thank you, Father, for the gift of Joan. Until we meet on the other side, much love.
December 15, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss of Mrs. Barb. May the Hearer of prayer (Ps. 65:2) be your source of comfort during this time.
Beverly Seibert
December 15, 2011
May God comfort you as only He can at this time of sorrow. Barb was a wonderful lady. Heaven is rejoicing to have her there with them now.
Michelle Williams
December 15, 2011
I am sorry to hear about Mrs. Barb. She was such a nice and caring person. I hope we can all think about her and try to be as thoughtful and giving as she was. She will be missed.
Stacey Walker
December 15, 2011
Adam,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you have of your mother. She will live on in your heart and soul forever.
Thinking of you all in this difficult time,
Stacey Walker
December 15, 2011
So sorry to hear the news. If you all need anything, let me know. Adam has my number.
- Natalie James
December 15, 2011
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort through this difficult time. My thoughts an prayers are with the Barb family. ~ The Hartman's
Durinda Knapp-Carro
December 15, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you during this time.
December 15, 2011
/Was so sorry to hear about Joan's passing. My prayers are with you. I have alot of good memories of you and Joan in high school. I knew her as she was growing up and she was a beautiful person inside and out. I know she is going to be greatly missed, but now she is in no more pain. You take care. Becky Greenwood Howdershelt.My condolences to Roger and the rest of her family.
December 15, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes to the Barb Family. At this very difficult time in your life, words can't really express the sadness that such loss can bring. May our Heavenly Father give you peace and comfort. Very encouraging are the words found at Psalms 147:3 "he is healing the broken hearted ones."
Lori Jean Smith
December 15, 2011
Dear Michelle and all the brothers... Please know that you are in my heart and prayers... I will always remember your mom's spirit and beauty... So thankful that she is in the arms of Jesus now... With love and heartfelt thanks to God for her life well lived... And for her legacy in each of you...
December 14, 2011
So sorry to hear about Joan. She was a very special woman. I remember all the work she did at Evangel in the Junior Church. I also remember the years she spent doing the minutes. We know she is with the Lord now. Kevin & Margo Simpson
Catherina Lynsey Hurlburt
December 14, 2011
To all the Barb and Boswell family: I remember Joan Barb as one of the most admirable ladies I had ever met - an example of grace and beauty at Evangel, a mother to emulate. I wish you grace and peace, love and comfort at this time of loss. May memories of her give you joy.
Sherry Chevalley
December 14, 2011
So sorry Michelle about your loss. I never met your mother, but my prayers are for you and your family.
Stuart Thiessen
December 14, 2011
Sorry to hear about this. I pray that God will give you all peace and comfort during this time.
John Maxwell
December 14, 2011
It was my privilege to see Joan at work in the Children's Church at Evangel, showing that even the youngest child can worship God in their own way. To Bob, all the boys, and my dear Michelle, I'm so sorry that you have lost this sweet inspiration. Having lost my brother recently, I feel that sting all to well, and now here again. As you said, Michelle, by God's grace she is now in His hands and for that we are all grateful. We find our rest in him. God be praised: He was praised throughout her life and so now it is only right that we praise him as she has been received into HIs Glorious Presence. You will all be in my prayers.
Carol Blakeman
December 14, 2011
I'll never forget Joan. I am so thankful for her leadership in the various ministries at Evangel, and for her godly life. She was one special lady! I am praying for you all.
Linda Round
December 14, 2011
Robert and Family - I am so confused on my feelings about your Wife and Mother's recent parting from this earth. She seemed too young to leave us, but in God's plan she wasn't and she now knows all and feels no pain or confusion. She was the big Sister I never had. I looked up to her as such a wonderful Christian Woman and Mother, especially when it came to Spiritual matters. She was so full of Wisdom. I know we will all miss her, especially you, her family. For those of us who haven't seen her in a while, we just always knew that she was there. She always did God's work first and foremost and especially that of being a wonderful Christian Wife, Mother, and friend. Know this, your loved one was a God-sent Pillar to all she ever came in contact with. She never wavered from her faith and her Lord. Some might say that it is awful that she died on her Birthday, but what it really was was her Birthday to Glory, which I truly believe to be such a blessing. To come to her earthly life on 12/11 and then go to her Heavenly Home on that same day 12/11 - what a blessing, how amazing. I am so happy for her for that. She is continuing to be beautiful and beaming with brightness as she always was here on earth. I loved your Mother here on earth! We ALL loved your Mother and look forward to the final reunion. God be with you all and God Bless you all.
Ethel Elam
December 14, 2011
Adam and Family: We are sad to hear of your loss. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. May God keep you all Strong. CECOM,SEC, ESD, Belvoir Ops Team
Jennifer Poole
December 14, 2011
May God be with you and your family. You and your family are I our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Barb
December 14, 2011
Thank you, Lord for grabbing hold of my sweet momma, taking care of her, and never letting go. She's now in the best hands ever and for that I owe you my all. Only By His Amazing Grace, from your only girl.
Brian Glave
December 14, 2011
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