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Barbara Meehan Obituary
BARBERTON -- Barbara Ann Meehan, 65, (Queen of Halloween), passed away October 28, 2007 at the Hospice Care Center.
Born in Akron, she was a life resident of the Barberton area where she was a beautician for 45 years at various salons in the Barberton area. She was a graduate of Gerber Beauty School in 1961 and was a member of the National Wildlife Federation and Backyard for Wildlife Organization.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Rose Forrer; children, Cheryl Anne Stipe and Adelbert Dee Stipe; and sisters, Mary Ann Gonzalez Fisher and Donna Fisher. Survivors include her loving husband Kenneth "Gene"; sons, David W. Stipe II of Barberton and Shaun P. (Dawn) Meehan of Akron; daughters, Michelle M. (John) Donat of Oak Park Ill., and Shelly L. and Kelly L. Meehan, both of Barberton; grandchildren, Ben Sadler, Todd Stipe, Michelle Stipe, Amanda Mae Hawks, Kristen M. Donat, Shane Meehan, Meagan Meehan, Erika (Nikki) Donat, Alyssa Stipe and Blake Stipe; three great-grandchildren, Ann, Bonnie and Milo; sister, Gwen Bohley of Norton; sister-in-law, Alice (Wayne) Hardman of Amherst, Ohio; and many nieces, nephews and special friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 3, 2007, 11 A.M. at SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. W., Pastor Ken Baillis officiating. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling hours Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Stewart's Caring Place, 2955 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44333 or Hospice of VNS, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH 44333 or American Cancer Society, 1900 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44313.
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Linda and Richard Mitchell
October 26, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Barb was such a sweet lady. Thinking of the family as the anniversary of her passing nears. Mitch and Linda Mitchell, Pagisa Springs, Co
Eric Field
January 7, 2008
David, Shelly, Kelly and Shaun - It is with great sorrow and sympathy that just today I learned of the untimely passing of your mother. As I was growing up Barb was so much a mother to me that I even called her mom and I know she considered me one of her own. I always remember her kindness and motherly advice and I know she will be sorely missed. Again, let me express my heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Eric Field
January 7, 2008
David, Shelly, Kelly and Shaun - It is with great sorrow and sympathy that just today I learned of the untimely passing of your mother. As I was growing up Barb was so much a mother to me that I even called her mom and I know she considered me one of her own. I always remember her kindness and motherly advice and I know she will be sorely missed.
Deanna & Steven Coleman
November 5, 2007
Kelly, you and your family are in our thoughts. We love you.
Todd Brabson
November 2, 2007
Kelly,
Sorry to hear of you loss. Your mother was always kind and thoughtful. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd Brabson
November 2, 2007
Kelly,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mother was always very kind and thoughtful. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brandy Kohler
November 2, 2007
Gene and Kelly, Im am very sorry for your loss. You have been close friends to the kohler family. We are all lucky to have known Barbara. She was a Fantastic person. Your in our thoughts...
Linda Fritz
November 2, 2007
Gene and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy. Barb was a terrific lady and will be missed by everyone whose life she touched. You are in my thoughts and prayers and Barb will always remain in my memories.
TIM FINCHER
November 2, 2007
SHAUN,
VERY SORRY TO LEARN OF THE PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER. I KNOW HOW THIS FEELS. ALL YOU CAN DO IS TURN TO GOD FOR COMFORT TO GET THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME.
Bill and Fran Hirst
November 2, 2007
Gene and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Barb was very special to our family.
Josh Croft
November 1, 2007
Grandpa, & Aunt Kell, I am sorry about Grandma. I will miss her alot. She was so special to become my Grandma when I needed her the most. Love, Josh
DODIE MCPHEE
November 1, 2007
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO GENE & FAMILY.I PRAY GOD WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND COURAGE YOU NEED AT THIS TIME.GOD IS GOOD AND HE WILL BE THERE FOR YOU.
DODIE& MARTY
ALICIA LEWIS
November 1, 2007
BARBARA WAS A BEAUTIFUL AND CARING WOMAN. MY GIRLFRIEND(DAWN)ALWAYS SPOKE HIGHLY OF HER SO WHEN I MET HER I KNEW THEN SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON! BARBARA WILL BE TRULY MISSED BUT WE ALL KNOW SHE'S IN A BETTER PLACE! NO MORE PAIN! MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE ENTIRE!(MEEHAN) FAMILY! GOD BLESS!
MRS ALICIA(RENEE)LEWIS&FAMILY
Mary and Dick Whims
November 1, 2007
Gene and Family-God sends angels from heaven above to help others, he did this threw Barb, and what an angel she was! A few years ago my angel and Gene came to Florida to help me through 6 weeks of recovery after double knee surgery.I don't know how I would have made it with out my angel.God has now called her home as he believes her work here is done. Haloween will never be the same but upstairs Queen Halloween is on her way. our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you and we wish we were their for support.
Love
Tammi & Doug DeHarpart
November 1, 2007
Uncle Gene, Kelly, and family,
Iam very sorry for your loss. I know no amount of words will help heal your broken hearts. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I will miss her immensely and I love you all. If you need anything call.
Mitch, Linda & Rocki Mitchell
November 1, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jo & Donny Croft
November 1, 2007
Gene, Kelly, & Family, Our hearts go out to you at this time. Barb was very special to us and we will miss her dearly. We are blessed to have known her. She was an Angel to our Family even before she got her wings.
Karen Marcinko/Kasanic
November 1, 2007
Sending our sympathy and prayers to Barb's family and friends.
BHS Class of 1960
Dorothy Pumphrey
November 1, 2007
Kelly and family please accept my most heartfelt condolences in the death of your mom, wife, grandmother, sister etc. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet her. She will remain in my prayers as will you all.
BETTY BOOTH
November 1, 2007
KELLY I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW THAT KNOWS NO PAIN. COME IN OR CALL ME IF YOU NEED TO TALK.
BETTY BOOTH
Bev and Tom Fincher
November 1, 2007
Barb was a wonderful woman and loved her family. She was wonderful to my daughter(Dawn) and she will be missed by all.
God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
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