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Kathleen BARBER Obituary

BARBER, Kathleen J. 11/18/1927 - 12/23/2016 Born in Lisnaskea, N. Ireland to Bernard and Margaret Burns. She was predeceased by the love of her life, Bill. She is survived by siblings Lily, Brian, Seamus and predeceased by Angela. Survived by children, Ron (Nancy) Barber and Marie (Larry) Fox; grandchildren, Jenny (Gawain), Crissi (Jason); and great-grandchildren, Kieran,Tillie, Ailsa, Elliot and Emmy. Mom enjoyed being an Air Force wife and the many places duty took them. She was a real green thumb, especially with roses. She volunteered at St. Francis de Sales and was an honorary member of the Pantano Elks. She loved Irish and Big Band music. She and sister Lily would often sing songs of their childhood, while sipping Irish Mist. Funeral Mass is at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1375 S. Camino Seco. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Merilac Lodge with Catholic Community Svs., Tucson.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jan. 1, 2017.

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Salpointe Catholic High School

January 9, 2017

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sypathy to the Barber family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Kathleen Kelly

January 3, 2017

We send our love and cherish memories of Aunt Kathy.

January 3, 2017

Please ! except my condolences for your lost during this difficult time. May you feel the comfort and support from loved ones as time goes by." HOSEA 13:14
N.D.S PHOENIX,ARIZONA

Darlene LaCavera

January 2, 2017

I met Kathy in 1968 when I was in beauty school. She continued to be a loyal client weekly until I retired in 2013. In those 45 years we shared each other's life. Happy times & sad times. Kathy was a beautiful lady I will always remember.

Ruth Furfaro

January 2, 2017

I had known Kathy and Bill for many years when I worked at St. Francis de Sales. They were 2 very special people. Now they are together again. I know that Kathy will be greatly missed. She added so much to the lives of those who knew and loved her.

January 2, 2017

I am so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Be assured that God feel your pain because he love and cares for you. May you trust in God at all times and pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for you. He will hear your cry for help and give you comfort. (Psalms 61:1). Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

Paul Marsala

January 1, 2017

Sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers are with you. She will be missed.

January 1, 2017

January 1, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family.
Please find comfort in knowing that
God is close to the brokenhearted and
He keeps our loved ones in His memory.

-Elizabeth/Michigan

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