Barbara Jean Gaa

I'm so glad I had the fortune of knowing Barbara. She was a strong force, in her love of life and love of the people around her. I loved her paintings and cherish every one of those she sent me. Tom, you and Barbara were a haven for me when I made my short trips to visit you in Paradise. I will miss her even though we didn't stay close, and my memories of her all include her laugh and smile. Judy Lesar

Tom, Janet, Julie, Brian, & families. This is so neat to be able to send a message to all you at once. We love Barbara & will surely miss her. Thank you so much for the wonderful memorial for Barbara you had at your home on the 5th. We enjoyed seeing her paintings, the slide show, the yard decorations; her talent was evident everywhere. Thank you for helping us to celebrate "Barbara".

We are praying for all of you.

I will miss your laugh and your always seeing the positive side of life, Barb. I will miss calling upon you for your advice in so many aspects of our lives together, my friend. You always had a new way of looking at things...always opening a new door. You are missed so much! Love, Pat

Tom, you will never know the impact Barbara had on my life.. All those years in Costa Mesa, CA at ballgames, OC College, our cardgames, dinners and dancing, even our trips to LV - wow what wonderful memories. Barbara was such a possitive, creative, and inspiring person, with an infectious smile and her deep laugh. I hear her now!

Our most heartfelt sympathy is coming your way, and to the kids and grandchildren. Your all in our thoughts & prayers...

Tom, Brian, Janet, Julie, and families. We hope that "memories" that you have and we have of Barbara will keep her with you forever. Tom, you and Barbara were like two peas in a pod and a great example of what "love" really is. What good times we have had over the years when we were together. Love to yur family from ours. Ray and Sally Ripplinger Steve and Danene, Chad, and Shelby and Sarah.

Barbara will always be remembered for her wonderful spirit and joy she brought to so many, her smile will live on in our memories.

Dear Tom, Brian, Julie, Janet and family...

I wanted to send my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to each of you. I have fond memories of the times I was blessed to get to know Barbara. Her smile is something I will always remember.

If you all keep the memories alive in your mind...she will forever be alive in your hearts.

much love,

She will always be a part of my life - as I remember the times we shared. What a blessing she was to all of you.

Joan Dyer, Irvine, CA

Life and death are one. Barbara's spirit, her smile, her wit will be remembered fondly by those who were fortunate to know her. She will be missed.