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Barbara England Obituary
December 17, 1933 - December 19, 2012
Resident of Soquel
Barbara May England passed away peacefully on the morning of December 19, 2012 two days after her 79th birthday while in the presence of her two sons, Norman and Stuart. A respected dancer, Barbara had a long and varied career, such as appearing in the Hollywood movie musical "Oklahoma" in 1955 to teaching dance at Rockland Community College in NY, UC Santa Cruz and Cabrillo College. Barbara was married to musician and professor J. Carter England, who passed away in 2005. In addition to her sons, she is survived by her older brother, Harry Logan of Los Altos and her step-daughter Leslie Cirillo of Granada Hills.
A private memorial service is planned on January 27, 2013.
If you care to make a donation in Barbara's honor, one organization she liked wass: The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter, 2200 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. You can write to the Shelter or donate online at: www.scanimalshelter.org/donate
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Diane Eardley
August 21, 2013
I so enjoyed the evening jazz dance class at RCC for so many years. She was so patient with us non-dancers and turned us into dancers. She did what she loved every day. And she never looked her age. She's dancing in heaven now -- I'm sure.
Amy Farhood-Sterling
March 1, 2013
Barbara was an elegant lady and wonderful woman. She was the first person at Cabrillo College to reach out to me when I started working there. She would go out and have dinner with me and tell me all about dance, the amazing community I was working in and she made me feel so welcome. I really respected and loved her. I have so many wonderful memories of talks and laughter with her. Barbara, you are one of the most graceful dancers I know. Thanking for blessing me with your company.
Much love to you always,
Tracy Richmond
January 23, 2013
Barbara was my ballet and yoga teacher for many years. She was such an inspiration to me, and a brilliant teacher. Barbara could tell whether you were "pulled up" or not from across the room. I have many wonderful memories of her and Carter. My condolences go to her brother and sons. I will never forget Barbara. She will be sorely missed.
Chavela Del Rio
January 17, 2013
I'm so grateful that Barbara England was my Ballet Teacher in her last years at Cabrillo College. She brought such elegance to class, from plies to her special rond de jambe combination. Please accept my sincere condolences and be proud that her joy of dance has inspired so many! Thank you Barbara.
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sharon joseph
January 17, 2013
I only knew Barbara for a few short years, she was such a blessing, we had many enlightening talks about her journeys! I will surely miss her beautiful smile and personality! May God bless your soul! My deepest sympathy goes out to her family! You are in my prayers!
Donna Sarkes Fortina
January 17, 2013
Barbara was my client for many years and over those years we formed a very special friendship. I enjoyed hearing her stories as she sat in my chair getting her hair done, listening about her fascinating past with Carter and the boys to her present life. She was a very soft spoken, elegant woman who will be missed.
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