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Barbara Geller Obituary
Barbara Steinberg Geller passed away March 17 from pancreatic cancer at age 71. Born in New York City, Barbara was a long time Mercer Island resident. She was a member of the Washington State Democratic Central Committee and a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 2008 and 2012. She served a term as president of Bet Alef Meditative Synagogue. Barbara was proud of her educational accomplishments. She earned a BA from Barnard College Phi Beta Kappa, an MBA from the University of Washington, and a PsyD from Pacific University. Her career spanned management consulting and political organizing. She is survived by her husband Arthur of Mercer Island, brother Art Steinberg of New York, daughter Betsy of Seattle, and son Randy, daughter-in-law Jennifer and grandchildren Rachel and Lucy of Eugene, Oregon. Barbara's memorial service will be April 7, 2:00 pm at Unity of Bellevue, 16330 NE 4th Street. All are welcome.
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Ken Herts
March 29, 2013
Heartfelt condolences to Arthur, Randy, Betsy, Jennifer, Rachel and Lucy. We all miss Barbara and are sad she had to go so soon. She was always welcoming to her nephews and fun to talk to. I trust her memory will be a great comfort to you in the years ahead.
March 29, 2013
My condolences to the Geller family. I know Art from my tenure at GHC and my sympathies go out to him and all the rest of the family.
Robb Osborn
Mike Barer
March 27, 2013
I am shocked and saddened at Barbara's loss. We would usually meet up and talk at the Democratic State meetings and it was always fun to share ideas with her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family
Faraz Doan
March 25, 2013
You will be missed Barbara. Thank you for all you did for OFA. I will always remember your kindness and beautiful smile.
Sharon Frank
March 25, 2013
Remembering the wonderful memories of the female cousins from all over the country going to Las Vegas and Washington DC with Barbara.....We had a great time!
Karin Link
March 25, 2013
My condolences to Barbara's family and friends, as well as to the many Barnard alumnae who will miss her.
Evangeline "Van" Anderson
March 24, 2013
Barbara Geller was one of the finest woman I have ever known. She was a champion for all and especially focused on womans rights. Her level headed approach to every subject helped to bring forward accomplishmnets serving all of mankind, will be felt for years to come. My deepest sympathys to her husband and chidren and grand children. All of us who knew and loved her already feel this untimely loss.
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