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Courtney Krenzel
July 28, 2024
She was my 8th grade english teacher at bms she was the best teacher i ever had
Kathy Gillis
January 26, 2024
I still think of Barbara often....and I still miss her smile, and her wise and comforting words...
Kathy Gillis
Sophie
November 8, 2023
Something reminded me of Mrs. Walsh this morning and I had to find out if she was still with us. Sadly, I'm a few years late and she has passed. But I wanted to take a moment to share all that I am thankful for: I'm thankful that she had a nice long life. I am thankful that she didn't have to suffer through the devastating pandemic. I am forever thankful for her devotion to her students, I among them. I was such a sensitive child -- I'm sure many middle-school aged kids are -- and she was one of the few teachers who met us where we were at. She never gave up on us. She would tell us that she wouldn't. In the many, many years since I was her student, I have not once forgotten all of her quips ("Don't leave me up a creek without a paddle!"). I carry such respect and admiration for Mrs. Walsh and how she showed up every day with such unwavering compassion. She was one tough cookie and I will miss her. May her memory be a blessing.
Walter Curran
February 1, 2021
Remembering a Great Friend on Her Passing .Prayers to the Family
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Marilyn Regan
February 24, 2020
Dear Joe and family. I am sorry to learn of Barbara's passing. She was a person whom I greatly admired and will miss seeing her around the neighborhood.
February 11, 2020
My sincere condolences to Joe, Jay, Kevin, Mark, and Kerrie. Barbara shared so many wonderful stories of you all. She was one of my most favorite people, an exemplary educator, an ideal mentor, and a warm caring friend. I had the opportunity to work with Barbara in her classroom at Briscoe Middle School. She taught me so much about techniques and various instructional methods, but I also marveled at her skill with reaching every student who was fortunate enough to be in her class.
She commanded respect and it was obvious how much she cared for her students and how much they admired her.
She will be greatly missed.
Fondly, Kathy Gillis
Walter Curran and Family
February 8, 2020
Sincere Sympathy goes out to The Family on their Loss.
A Wonderful, Kind, Caring Person and Friend. She will be missed by All.
God Bless Barbara.
February 8, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Barbara. She was an amazing person and always willing to help others in any ways. My sincere condolences to her family.
Jean Coffin
Duane Weisse
February 5, 2020
Joe, Jay, Kevin, Mark, Kerri and extended family members - we are very sorry to hear about the passing of Barbara. We send our heart felt condolences to everyone. Respectfully the Weisse Family!!!
Brenden Clocher
February 4, 2020
Mrs. Walsh truly cared for her students. She was my 7th grade English teacher. After our class together finished, she called my home shortly after the beginning of the next 3 school years to make sure I was doing well. She was an incredible person and an awesome teacher.
Phillip Thompson
February 4, 2020
Ms. Collins was my teacher in Southern Junior High School in the early 1960s. Such was the impact she made, I can actually recall her words as she taught us. Ms. Collins married another teacher of that time - one Joseph Walsh, who I account to be one of the greatest instructors and mentors of all time. I thank you both for all your professional efforts and for being such extraordinary people.
Lorelei and Susan Margeson and Huskins
February 4, 2020
Fran and Rosemary, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Her and May She Rest In Peace.
Rick and Mary Lawler
February 4, 2020
Our sincere condolences to the Walsh and Collins families on the loss of your beloved Barbara. We recall that when we attended the luncheon at all of the Bill Collins memorial golf tournaments at Chockalog, Barbara was always most gracious in greeting us with a "thank you" for being there for Bill and all of the Collins clan. May she rest in eternal peace. Rick and Mary Lawler
Lois Perretti
February 4, 2020
Mark and Family,
I am sorry to hear about your Mom. My deepest condolences. Cherish the wonderful memories. She will always be with you.
Lois Perretti
Harrows Reading
February 4, 2020
Everyone at Harrows in Reading is so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. As a longtime customer, we had the chance to get to know her a little over the years. She had a quiet yet kind way about her. She never missed an opportunity to ask Jilly about her daughter, and was genuinely happy to hear the answer. We will all miss her.
We extend our deepest condolences to Barbara's family and we hope they are comforted by their memories of her. Rest peacefully, Barbara.
Joanie Noonan
February 3, 2020
Joe, Kerri, Jay, Mark, Kevin and family, Barbara leaves a lasting impression on me. She was such a beautiful person, and her bravery was astonishing! I am honored to have met Barbara and will miss our visits. May you all cherish the wonderful memories!
Betty Svendsen
February 3, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to the Walsh family on the loss of Barbara. She was a very special lady and a wonderful supporter of the community especially the children of Stoneham who were fortunate to have her as a teacher. Condolences from the Svendsen family: Betty, Bob, Rob, Ryan and Darren.
Heidi Davis
February 3, 2020
May Barbara's memory be eternal. God Bless. with love, The Davis Family
Cristina Zizza
February 2, 2020
Dear Walsh family, I am so sorry to hear of Mrs Walsh's passing. I had her for seventh grade social studies. She was a favorite of mine. In recent years, I saw her often as she would drive by my house, and stop if I was outside, She'd roll down her window, and always say hello sunshine and always complimented my hair. I will miss that. May she Rest In Peace.
Joanne (Aloise) Anderson
February 2, 2020
Terribly sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was my seventh grade teacher which was her first year of teaching and later taught my daughter. She was one person who definitely made an impact on me. Very sorry for your loss,
Mr. Walsh
Bill Kelley
February 2, 2020
I will never forget our talks of Stoneham history that we shared with laughter.
You always had a big smile for me and knew I liked coffee.
Rest in peace Barbara with love and kindness that you always shared.
My thoughts are with you Joe and family
Bill
Bill Kelley
February 2, 2020
I will never forget our talks of Stoneham history that we shared with laughter. You always had a big smile for me and always remembered coffee for me.
Rest in peace with love and kindness that you always shared with others. You will be missed
My condolence to Joe and family
Bill
Joe Mannion
February 2, 2020
Joe, Jay, Kevin, Mark, Kerri and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Aunt Barbara. She was a great lady and we will always remember her great sense of humor. She was always interested to hear about our lives and always had a joke or laugh with every conversation. We know how you will all miss her and we are thinking about you all at this difficult time.
Joe and Nancy Mannion and family
Maureen O'Connor
February 2, 2020
Joe and family I'm so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was a wonderful woman and your whole family were the best neighbors you could ask for. Hope she up there with my Oakie toasting to a wonderful life they had. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. So many memories.
Love,
Maureen O'Connor
Colleen Farrell
February 2, 2020
Kerri and family,
I am so very sorry to hear this news. Your mother was one of the sweetest, kindest women I had the pleasure of meeting in my days of customer service. She was so genuine, and I will always remember our brief conversations over a quick coffee or muffin at Gingerbread. Thinking of you all in this difficult time.
Lorraime Butler
February 1, 2020
I don't know you I'm so sorry to hear about your mother passing she is now resting in peace may god be with You and your family you are all in my prays always remember the good times you had with her
February 1, 2020
Rest in peace, Barbara. You will be missed. I've always felt like a member of your family, besides being a good friend, to you, your husband Joe, and your family. I've been your mailman for the past 28 years and have treasured every moment. You will always be in my heart and prayers. I'm retiring the end of February, but will never forget you, your beautiful smile and your family. Love you Barbara. Rest in Peace.
Bob Solano
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