Barbara-Shaw-Obituary

Barbara E. Shaw

Manchester, New Hampshire

1942 - 2021

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Barbara E. Shaw, 79, of Manchester, passed away on December 22, 2021. She is the loving wife of Jeffrey Purinton with whom she celebrated 40 years of partnership.Born on March 7, 1942 to the late Lionel and Louise (Koziatek) Cartier, she spent most of her life in Manchester serving her community...

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Such an amazing person! She was instrumental in my elementary years. Always offering words of encouragement and support. It was truly an honor to have known her.

Four words are how I believe Barbara lived her life Family, Faith, Friendship and Teacher ! I am honored to call Barbara my colleague

I had the great honor of meeting Barabra Shaw at a young age. I first met Ms. Shaw as my fourth-grade teacher at Northwest Elementary School in Manchester, NH. I will never forget the impact Ms. Shaw had on me during such a short time. As a quiet and shy student, Ms. Shaw was my advocate. She saw the potential in every child and helped empower us to use our weaknesses as strengths. Even as an adult, she continued to advocate for me. Twenty years later, as an adult, I had the great...

Sending deepest sympathy to Barbara's family. She was a classmate of mine at Central High Class of 1960. She was an amazing educator and inspired so many children over the years.

Very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

To all of Barbara family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a wonderful, caring and very helpful person in Ward 9. If something needed attention to she would make sure it would get done. We enjoyed talking and being with her at a luncheon not long ago. She will truly be missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Barbara's family and friends.

Mrs. Shaw touched the lives of others. She was the greatest gift to her students. From the movie, It's a Wonderful Life. "No person is a failure who has friends." & " She was the richest person in town. "

So very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a wonderful teacher to my 2 boys. She was one of those teachers that the kids never forgot. She took my youngest son under her wing and we will never forget her for that. Rest In Peace. You will be missed.

Jeff so sorry for your loss. I have only great memories of Barbara. She was an amazing Lady love & light.