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Barbara Orrill Obituary

Born Barbara Joan Bentley in Fon du Lac, Wis. in 1933. Barbara Orrill died August 9, 2010 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. She was a long time resident in Los Alamitos, Calif. where she was in Real Estate and generously volunteered her time. She retired to Palm Springs, Calif., where she has lived for the last 12 years. Preceding her in death, her parents, Ralph and Julia Bentley; her brother, Ronald Bentley; her sister, Marilyn Bentley; her beloved husband, Robert L. Orrill. She is survived by her two sons, Carol and Robert Michael Orrill of Flagstaff, Ariz. and Emily and Jon Bentley Orrill of Reno, Nev.; her two brothers, Nina and Richard Bentley of Westport, Conn.; Diane and James Bentley of Fon du Lac, Wis.; her five grandchildren, Meghan, Kristina, Michael, Mandy and Jesse; and five nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be in Palm Springs on Saturday, November 6, 2010.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Sep. 11 to Sep. 16, 2010.

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Emily Orrill

February 11, 2011

Jon and I are devastated we didn't get to have you with us in Reno. But we are glad you are no longer in pain or alone. You made such a difference in our lives and helped to create the people we are today.
You are always in our hearts. Love you forever, Forever our momma you'll be. Jon and Emily

Pam Arellano (Wasko)

November 2, 2010

Barbara you will always be remembered with love. Thank you for always showing me love and my daughters? We will miss you dearly. Bob and Jon and your families always know we are sending our love and sypathy. Love you all OXOXO Pam Wasko

Bob Orrill

September 20, 2010

Mom, You were a loving mother, an independent woman, and a strong person. You are missed. I know you are with Dad now and in peace. Love Bob

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