Barbara G. Toomer

Barbara was not only an employer but a mentor in all aspects of life--in getting what is right, in fighting for it, in seeing the power in each person and in giving a voice to that power. No one can take her place, but I hope that in giving my best and joining with the many others Barbara has influenced that I can be a very small part in carrying on her legacy.

I only met Barbara once, but I got to know her son James Toomer. We parted our ways, but I followed Barbara throughout the years because of her tireless activism, for people with disabilities. There are times in our lives where we cross the path, of someone who shares our passion, and makes a difference in the lives of others. I feel very fortunate to have met her, and I know I was meant to meet her. One more reason I knew I had chosen the right path. May I hope to make such a...

That Barbara was a wonderful person is an understatement. Like a number of fortunate people, I had the privilege of serving with Barbara and being tutored by her for several years. I will miss Barbara's intelligence, her wisdom, and the twinkle in her eye. Barbara Toomer was a class act and her influence will be felt for generations. My condolences to her family and associates.

It was my pleasure to know Barbara in dealings with Utah Independent Living Center many years ago.. She was a gracious and giving person. God bless her family at this time of her passing.

Barbara and I were childhood friends since 8th grade. Her Mama and mine were good friends and our parents even went out on double dates. We were on all the sport teams together Volleyball, Swim, and Basketball. She was President of the GAA and I was the Vice President in our senior year at St. Monica. We made a packed in 8th grade that we would start our own religious order, where I would train sisters to be pilots and she would train sisters to be nurses and we would parachute into...

Barbara I will miss seeing your beautiful smile you were always filled with love in your heart and were accepting of everyone I will forever be grateful to have had you in mine and my mothers life rip I love you Jamie black

So sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. May our loving heavenly Father grant you peace and comfort during this very sad time.