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2017

Barbara Berkhout Obituary

Barbara Lynn Berkhout, 41, passed away April 5, 2017 in Houston, TX. Born March 19, 1976 in Aurora, IL. Barbara was a 1990 grad of St. Mary Grade School, Plano & 1994 grad of Rosary High School, Aurora. She attended University of Illinois & Midwestern University earning a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Barbara leaves behind family & friends who will miss her. Survivors include Mom, Patricia (Bill) Berkhout; Dad, Keith (Mary) Berkhout; Brother, Keith (Wendy) Berkhout; Sister, Julie (Alex) Martin. She is survived by 4 nieces: Mackenzie, Kate, Avery Martin & Anastasia Berkhout and extended families: Dieser, Berkhout, Brouch, Vogtmann, Nelson & Cello. She loved animals, especially her dogs Charlie & Sadie. In lieu of flowers, please donate to A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter, Naperville. A memorial mass will be held Saturday, May 6th, 2:00pm, St. Mary Church, 901 N. Center St., Plano. A reception will be held after from 3:30-6:30 at Timber Creek Inn & Suites, 3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich. If you knew Barbara, please join us! Our family would love to see all her friends again.

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Published by Beacon News from Apr. 19 to Apr. 23, 2017.

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May 11, 2017

My condolences to the family. Continue to rely on God and know that he hears prayers, Isaiah 59:1.

May 5, 2017

My heart is breaking for you and your family. No mother should ever have to experience the awful feeling of losing a child. I know that Barbara had her struggles with diabetes. She is surrounded with those family members who have gone before her and also in the all encompassing light and love of God. You are in my prayers, Pat. Roberta Helsom

April 26, 2017

I am VERY SORRY for your loss. I also lost a child many years ago and I know your pain. I am sure she was a wonderful young lady and brought much happiness to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry

Nikki A

April 23, 2017

I'm so sorry about Barbara's passing. May the words at 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14 bring comfort to the family. Knowing that we can see our loved ones again gives us hope for the future. I wish you my sincerest condolences.

April 22, 2017

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.-1 Pet 5:6,7

Karen Wade

April 20, 2017

I am so saddened to hear about Barbara's passing.
She was a bubbly happy little girl when she was in
my class when I taught at St. Mary School. My deepest sympathy
to the whole family. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand and may all your memories bring you peace.

Stephen Cross

April 20, 2017

So sorry to hear about Barbara. Prayers to the family as you get through this difficult time.

April 19, 2017

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.-1 Pet 5:6,7

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