Photo courtesy of Leonard Memorial Funeral Home & Cremations - Glen Ellyn
GLEN ELLYN, Illinois
Aug 20, 1942 – Jul 1, 2012
Barbara Eichler, 69 years of age, adventurous loving wife and mother, passed away after her courageous battle with cancer. Barb was born in Aurora, Illinois and had lived in Glen Ellyn, Illinois for the past 34 years. She received her B.A. in English (1964) at St. Olaf College, M.S. in...
Read MoreBarb was a treasured colleague at DeVry....a bright and beautiful spirit who was always willing to share in ideas and laughter. So sad I did not know about the memorial service:-(
She will be greatly missed....she made a special mark on so many hearts!
Maeve Duffey
July 11, 2012 | Tinley Park, IL
Barb Eichler, gone? Really friends, Barb and I, since 1976, I find it hard, hard to comprehend that the vibrant, passionate, loving Barb is gone. She was the person in my life most alive. She gave, from abundance, joy and love. And she truly cared. Rare in life her love, and hard for me to lose.
Virginia Hornsby
July 07, 2012 | New York, NY
Barb was in the NLU Doctoral Cohort with me. I remember her positive attitude and joy for all she did. She was a caring colleague. My sympathy to your family.
Carol Lyon
July 07, 2012 | Las Cruces, NM
I was in a harp circle with Barb as well as a small harp ensemble. She was so upbeat and contagiously enthusiastic that it brightened every occasion.
Carole Krysan
July 06, 2012 | Oak Park, IL
Barb and I were in the same harp circle, and part of a foursome that played in nursing homes. I will remember her gentleness and warmth. Her smile was contagious.
Mei Leslie
July 06, 2012 | Lombard, IL
I was also a classmate of Barb's in the doctoral program. She was a joy to be around, so thoughtful and committed to everything she did. Her memory will live in my heart forever.
Conni Huber
July 06, 2012 | Vinton, IA
I saw Barb, a dear high school friend, at our last reunion, where I learned of her accomplishments of the past 40 some years and enjoyed again her energy, enthusiasm and winning smile. I have many happy memories both of Barb and her Aurora family, Ernest, Anita, Laurel and Roger, all of whom made me feel welcome in their home. To her family and friends I send my heartfelt condolences.
Nan Meister Chapman
July 06, 2012 | Keswick, VA
Barb and I were in the same doctoral program. I remember my time with her fondly. Although we had lost touch after the program, I always remembered her energy, spirit, and enthusiasm. Every time I see a harp, I am reminded of her. May your soul rest in eternal peace, my friend.
Nadira Charaniya
July 06, 2012 | Prosper, TX
Heartfelt condolences to the Eichler clan, extended family and friends. A member of Barb's National-Louis University "Doc 2" community, I was blessed to be her colleague and friend.
Jane West Walsh
July 06, 2012 | Baltimore, MD