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BORN
1939
DIED
2018
FUNERAL HOME
84 Broad Street
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Roberta Baer Obituary
Portsmouth – Roberta L. Baer, 79, wife of Leonard Baer, of Portsmouth, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.
She was born on April 27, 1939 in Boston, Massachusetts, to Samuel and Gertrude (Cohen) Kline.
Roberta attended Cushing Academy Ashburnham, Massachusetts. Leonard Baer and Roberta married in November 1961. They made their home in Portsmouth, NH.
Prior to her retirement, Roberta was co-proprietor of the former Kline’s Furniture in Portsmouth.
Roberta was a member of Temple Israel and member of the Hadassah in Portsmouth. A very loving and nurturing mother and grandmother; she enjoyed spending time with family and especially her grandchildren. “Ma” was the biggest supporter in all her grandchildren participated in. There was never a time she was not sitting in a stand cheering them on.
Besides her husband, Leonard, survivors include her sons, William Baer and his wife Julie, and Randy Baer; daughter-in-law, Marcy, all of Portsmouth; sister, Sandra Custer and her husband, Cliff of Grants Pass, OR; and grandchildren, Samantha, Robert, Derek, and Isabella Baer all of Portsmouth.
She was predeceased by her Father Samuel Kline, Mother Gertrude (Cohen) Kline, Sister Susan (Kline) Ball.
Services: A funeral service will be held at 11AM on Friday, September 7, 2018 at Temple Israel, 200 State Street, Portsmouth. Interment will follow at Temple Israel Cemetery, Banfield Road, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Temple Israel, 200 State Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
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for Roberta Baer
September 10, 2018
Sincere sympathy to the Baer family. Have known & did business with the whole family for many years. A great loss to all.
William & Verna Fales
Henry & Peggy Wall
September 8, 2018
So sorry! So sorry! Such pleasantries over the past years, may you live in all the good memories of the past and remember that smile she always had.
Lilian
September 8, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. Roberta was one of my sweetest client of all time. She will be missed. L.A Nails.
Kathy & Tim Stafford
September 7, 2018
Our prayers and love go to the entire Baer family at this sad time. Please know that Roberta was one of the nicest and sweetest people we have known over the years. To my dearest friend, Sandi, know that your sister is safe and at peace.
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Heidi Witham-Barrett
September 7, 2018
Very sorry to hear of your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our hearts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time.
Maura Sheehan
September 7, 2018
Dear Lenny (Mr. Baer) Billy & Randy. I am so saddened to hear of Roberta's passing. She was always a welcome presence at Kline's Furniture & constantly fashionable! I remember seeing her in the 80's & early 90's & thinking I hope I can look so good as I get older.
Buckson family
September 6, 2018
Sorry for your loss
My Brave Aunt Roberta
David Hanauer
September 6, 2018
My Aunt Roberta was a genuine, good, kind and warm human being. I am lucky to have memories of her from my childhood that I will never forget. My deepest thoughts of love and support are with all my family. I love you all.
Brenda Bishop
September 6, 2018
All the Baer family.So sorry to hear of your wife/mother's passing. I remember when you would eat lunch in the PHR cafe.Mrs Baer always looked so nice.I always enjoyed seeing you. I hope God keeps you all close to him & time lessens the sorrow. You are all in my thoughts. Brenda Bishop
Matt Cura
September 6, 2018
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Sarah Rosenberg
September 6, 2018
Dear Kline and Baer Family,
Rob and I were so upset to hear of beautiful Robertas passing. She was an amazing & witty woman. She loved her family so much. Rob and I were able to witness this during the time we spent with Roberta and her family during the retirement of Klines Furniture. We always talk about how much we loved Lenny, Roberta, Randy and Billy and their extended family. We were fortunate enough to also meet her grandchildren to which she adored. We have visited Portsmouth just to have dinner with the Baer family since moving back to CT. Ill never forget the day on the lake with you all.
Roberta, you had this way about you that made people instantly want to be your friend...forever. I will never forget your kindness. We will miss you so much and I hope you are at peace. Love Sarah and Rob Rosenberg.
Jessica
September 6, 2018
It is with heartfelt sympathy that I express my condolences to the family. May the Hearer of prayer give your family peace and strength during this difficult time. - Psalm 29:11
Angela Bolio
September 6, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Angela (Risden) Bolio and Ernest
Joyce Rottenberg Meenes
September 6, 2018
I am deeply saddened to hear of Roberta's passing. Our parents were close friends..from temple members to card playing. We also lived in the same South Street neighborhood. Our condolences to Lenny and the entire Kline and Baer families.
September 6, 2018
Sorry to hear of Roberta's passing, we will miss her wonderful smile.
The Ladies from C&J Bus Lines
Ellen & Lesa
Arlene (Levitt) & Donald Presel
September 5, 2018
I remember growing up in Portsmouth and Roberta and many of her friends. She was a few years older than me, but my family and hers were very close. We are sorry to learn of her passing. My grandfather was Rev. Harry Liberson and mother was Frances Levitt.
Ann and Al Edmunds
September 5, 2018
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Love Ann and Al
September 5, 2018
We are sorry that we cannot be with you to share the wonderful memories we have of Roberta and the entire Baer family Sending our love Arnie and Beverly Fine
Diana Ashe Miller
September 5, 2018
I'm heartbroken over Roberta's passing. I will truly miss seeing her every Friday or Saturday. It's probably been over 20 years since I've had the pleasure of doing her hair every week. She had wisdom and a great sense of humor. I love you Roberta!
Diana
Amy Fishbein Koslow
September 4, 2018
We are so sorry for your unimaginable loss. When I was home just a couple of weeks ago we were talking about Roberta and she called at that moment to let my
Mom know she was going into the hospital. She was such a loving and thoughtful friend to my mom. She is going to miss her and their conversations so much. We will be thinking of your whole family in this very difficult time.
Paula League
September 4, 2018
Roberta was always a delight to be around. You shall be missed by many! May God comfort your family during this time.
September 4, 2018
Roberta and Lenny were so welcoming when we moved into the Kline Building. Roberta had such a warm smile and kind word whenever we met. We enjoyed speaking to them at parties at our home and others in the building, and out to breakfast around town. Roberta was a woman who loved life and lived it to its fullest. She had a great sense of humor as well. She was very proud of the achievements of all her grandchildren and loved to share latest happenings. We will miss Roberta very much, she was our friend. She was well loved in our small building community.
Kelly and Jack
September 4, 2018
Roberta, thank you for sharing a small part of your life's walk with me. I have enjoyed knowing you and will miss you. My condolences to the Baer family for your loss. I will hold you in my prayers.
judy and sheldon young
September 4, 2018
my husband and i were saddened to hear of robertas passing and send our condolences to her family. ive known roberta all my life. our families shared wonderful memories of the good old days. i will always remember her beautiful face and wide smile.
judy and sheldon young
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