Barbra Rae Bates

I am so sorry for your loss girls. I always thought the world of your Mother. I have fond memories of your mother and Nikki babysitting me when I was young. The tricks they played on me were priceless. The singing at Christmas time at Ga's house was a treat for us all. I will miss her so much. I am sure that your mom and my mom are planning a welcome for us when our time comes and it should be interesting!!!

Barbra was a wonderful person and I am very sad to hear of our loss. I have many fond memories that I will treasure always. Lynda (Schwenk) Mayorga

Barbra was a very special person! I was so sorry to hear of her death. Barbra worked for me a long time and no one was ever able to replace her. She had the personal character that is hard to find these days. She was funny, compassionate and loved her family. I watched her deal with divorce, marriage, her children's marriage, becoming a grandmother and much more. Her style and grace was gift to all of us. She will be missed! Jim, Kelly and Belinda, please know you are in my thoughts and...

I never look at the obituaries in the paper, but, for some reason, looked today. I was very saddened to hear of Barbra's passing. We worked together at Vick & Gutzler, many years ago, and spent many noon hours either outside in the sun or in the stairwell during the rainy season, talking about everything women talk about. But it was tough to get Barbra off the subjects of her loving husband, Jim, her daughters, and her grandchildren. Barbra loved her family so. I'll never forget when she...

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I was shocked to hear of Barbara's death. May your memories comfort you all during this time.