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Barbara Jean (Lyvers) Rich

Barbara Rich Obituary

Barbara (Barb) Jean (Lyvers) Rich, of Phoenix, AZ, died on January 21, 2004 at the age of 69. She was born on March 12, 1934 in South Bend, IN to the late Edward Lawrence and Stella Mae (Clary) Lyvers. She graduated from Riley High School in South Bend, IN in 1952. On August 31, 1957 she married her current husband in St. Joseph Catholic Church, South Bend, IN. She came with her husband to Phoenix in 1959. She was active in a business - JC Printing/Jiffy Copy, Inc., which she still was a part owner (along with her husband and son, Tom), at the time of her death. Barb spent many years active in volunteer organizations, primarily the Phoedalian Women's Club, The Visiting Nurse Auxiliary, Our Lady of Assumption Sodality of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, and Arizona Pop Warner Football. For more than 30 years, Barb operated her own business B-J Secretarial Services. Her husband of 46 years, Daniel Thomas, also originally from South Bend, IN survives, along with sons Ronald J. (Dena), Paul E. (Sharon) and Thomas J. (Kris), two grandchildren, and one great-grandson, all of Phoenix. Also surviving are sisters Mary Ruth Seago of South Bend, IN, Phyllis (Lou) Toth of Mishawaka, IN, Dorothy Lind of Cleveland, Ohio and a sister-in-law Lois Livers of Franklin, IN. Her brother, Martin Livers, preceded her in death. Arrangements were handled by Whitney & Murphy Arcadia Funeral Home of Phoenix, with interment at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Phoenix, AZ. Private services have been held. A private Memorial Mass will be held at a later date at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Phoenix, AZ. Family suggests donations to The Holy Cross Association, P.O. Box K, Notre Dame, IN 46556, Attn: Fr. Herb Yost, or St. Mary's Food Bank of Phoenix, AZ.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jan. 25, 2004.

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December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas Mom,
It has been such a long time since we said Hello !! Things here are going well .. but you know that. My family is growing, kids are great, just wish you were here to enjoy.
Say hi to dad, and to our Dustin. We thought of you alot this holiday season. thank you for everything that you and dad did for me.
Love you, Ron

May 10, 2009

Happy Mother's Day Mom ..
we are thinking about you today with such wonderful memories. please keep our family safe today as all.
love, hugs & kisses,
Ron, Dena, Heather & Sean

April 30, 2009

Hi Mom,
well he's in your hands now .. dad shared with us that he was ready, and he left this life to start anew. i hope that you were there waiting along with dustin. we know that he is now in a better place and has rejoined the love of his life. dad has missed you mom, for 5 long years. god bless the rich family in heaven .. please continue to look down upon us. we love you, miss you, and forever are blessed to have you in our hearts.
Love forever mom & dad and our boy dustin.
Ron, Dena, Heather & Sean

March 12, 2009

Happy Bday Mom,
You have been in our hearts all week. Please continue to keep a warm light on for Dad at this time. He is quite the fighter ..
Love always, Ron & Dena

February 25, 2009

Hi Mom,
Please share your love with Dad now in his time of need. He needs your gently touch .. and to know that you are there for him as he recovers. I know that you are there in his heart !!!
We love you and miss you today,
Ron, Dena and Heather.

Tom Rich

February 18, 2009

Mom I hope you are looking down upon Dad in his time of need. I know he is looking up at you right now.

Dan Rich

January 22, 2009

My Beautiful Barb,

It was 60 months ago
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

I am confident that the good works
God has begun in you will be perfected.
You have been redeemed and forgiven.
And have been adopted as God's angel.

I miss you always,
Your loving husband

January 21, 2009

Hi Mom
It has been 5 years since we last shared a smile, though your smile and warmth are safely tucked away in my heart. I miss you so very much .. I think about you often. Please share a hug with our Dustin today, and together watch over our family.
Love forever, Ron

December 25, 2008

Merry Christmas Mom. We love you, miss you and are blessed on this day. Give our Dustin a big hug today !!
Love,
Ron, Dena, Heather, and Sean

Dan Rich

December 25, 2008

My Dearest Barb,

Merry Christmas

On this beautiful day – as we celebrate the Birth of Christ, it is only fitting That we go to the scriptures for our lesson.

Luke 2: 1 - 20

In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled. This was the first enrollment, when Quirin'i-us was governor of Syria. And all went to be enrolled, each to his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be enrolled with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child. And while they were there, the time came for her to be delivered. And she gave birth to her first-born son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn. And in that region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with fear. And the angel said to them, "Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a babe wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger." And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom he is pleased!" When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us." And they went with haste, and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they saw it they made known the saying which had been told them concerning this child; and all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. But Mary kept all these things, pondering them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.

Your Loving Husband,

Dan Rich

December 21, 2008

My Loving Barb,

It was 59 months ago today
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

This month you sister – Phyllis
has joined you in Heaven.
Give her a big hug from me.

I received your beautiful
Christmas card - The Bell
I am putting it here for
Everyone to enjoy

THE BELL
I KNOW WHO I AM
I am God's child
I am Christ's friend
I am united with the Lord
I am bought with a price
I am a saint (set apart for God).
I am a personal witness of Christ.
I am the salt & light of the earth
I am a member of the body of Christ
I am free forever from condemnation
I am a citizen of Heaven. I am significant
I am free from any charge against me
I am a minister of reconciliation for God
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms
I cannot be separated from the love of God
I am established, anointed, sealed by God
I am assured all things work together for good
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit
I may approach God with freedom and confidence
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His life
I am God's temple. I am complete in Christ
I am hidden with Christ in God .. I have been justified
I am God's co-worker. I am God's workmanship
I am confident that the good works God has begun in me will be perfected.
I have been redeemed and forgiven. I have been adopted as God's child
I belong to God
Do you know
Who you are?

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

November 21, 2008

My Beautiful Barb,

It was 58 months ago today
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

My heart aches for you,
And I pray for your eternal peace.
I take comfort in the knowledge
Of those who have welcomed you back home.

May God Bless you and Keep you,
My love, until we meet again.

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

October 21, 2008

My Beautiful Barb,

When you came to the end of the road
And the sun was set for you
You wanted no rites in a gloom-filled room
Because your soul was now free.

You wanted to be missed a little
But not with my head bowed low
But remembered for the love we shared
Miss me – but let me go.

It was 57 months ago today
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

Today I continue to miss you,
Just as much each day.

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

September 21, 2008

My Beautiful Barb,

It was 56 months ago today
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

Today I had memories of the past
From the time 51 years ago,
Settling in our new digs
In West Lafayette at Purdue.

Then moving to Phoenix in 1959,
Living in an apartment
And buying our first home
In Glendale in 1960.

Then from moving to Glendale
And finally having our house built in Phoenix.
To raising our family of three boys
And all the wonderful memories of the boys.

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

August 31, 2008

My Dearest Barb,

51 years ago today you looked at me and I said:

"I, Daniel Rich, take Barbara Lyvers as my wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part."

Even though death has parted us, I will forver honor this pledge to you, and I will forever love you.

Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

August 21, 2008

My wonderful Barb,

It was 55 months ago today
That you left me here alone,
As you had long prepared
For your final journey home.

Today I went to visit your grave site
And sounds in your voice came back to me
Saying: To my family and friends:

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep

Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

July 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Exactly 54 months ago today,
You closed your eyes and
Said to me goodbye,
Here on earth.

If a flower
Blooms in heaven,
For every moment,
That I miss you,
You’ll stroll forever
Through blossoms,
Bending down to kiss you.

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

June 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Exactly 53 months ago today,
The Lord took you away from me,
So that he could have you
Forever with thee.

I thought of you with love today
But that is nothing new.
I thought of about you yesterday
And days before that too.

I think of you in silence
I often speak you name.
Now all I have is memories
And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is my keepsake
With which I’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping,
I have you in my heart.

Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

May 11, 2008

My Dearest Barb,

Today is Mother’s Day –
It is a day to honor Mother’s
As I reflect on the value of a mother,
Such as you, I come up with this.

A mother’s hands are gentle,
A mother’s hands are strong,
Guiding, helping, teaching,
Showing right from wrong.

The protection of a mother’s hands,
And the love that’s in their touch,
Give the feeling of security
A child needs so much.

And although they may be rough from toil,
A child still understands
How much a life’s true beauty
Comes from a mother’s hands.

Your three children all
Understood the tender loving hands
Of their wonderful mother and
Her ever precious hands.

Happy Mother’s Day

Your ever loving husband,

Dan Rich

April 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Exactly 51 months ago today,
The Lord decided it was your time,
To leave us on Earth and go,
And he took you home.

Many times I’ve needed you,
Many times I’ve cried.
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died.

In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place,
That no one else will ever fill.

Your Ever Loving Husband

tom

March 24, 2008

Mom - We missed you at Easter. I would have made the traditional King Crab Eggs Benedict.

Lots of love

Gini Sears

March 23, 2008

Barb, we are in "that special time" again where you would be older than I am. I have until next Saturday to catch up with you. I miss being able to ride you about this. I just plain miss you.

Dan Rich

March 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Exactly fifty months ago today,
The Lord decided it was your time,
To leave us on Earth and go to
Your Eternal Life.

And for You My Very Special Wife:

For Always being their for me
To understand and care for me.
I love you.

For all our close and special times.
The warm and giving, gentle times.
I love you.

For letting me reach out to you,
Turn to you, lean on you,
For loving me the way you do.
I love you.


I always will be grateful
That you were my wife

Your Forever Loving Husband

Dan Rich

March 12, 2008

My Loving Barb,

Today in honor of your 74th birthday,
I said a special loving prayer,
That the Lord would bless you specially
And keep you close and near.
I thought of the happiness
A special day could hold in store,
I wished it all for you
Because no one deserves it more …

Happy 74th birthday

Your loving Husband,

Dan Rich

February 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Exactly forty-nine months ago today,
The Lord decided it was your time,
And you quietly left me.
If only you knew how much I miss you.

The words in many a sonnet
Have often said it best -
Of my undying love for you,
Which seems to know no rest.

Though words of mine may not compete
With others of poetic art -
Yet you know these words do come
From deep within my heart.

God gave me you one day
Some many years ago -
That I should be so richly blessed
He surely must have known.

He knew just what I wanted,
And I really needed too -
Someone so very special,
That no other one would do.

He decided now to take you
And to keep you in his care -
Until my day at last is through,
And I can meet you there.

You left me with a broken heart,
And happy memories too.
But I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.

Your forever loving husband,

dan Rich

January 21, 2008

My lovely Barb,

Today is the anniversary of Four long years
That you departed me here on Earth
For the desires of the Lord to
Enter into his Everlasting Light Kingdom.

A number of your friends and relatives
Have since joined the joyous life with you
But I remain to share in my fond memories
Of my time on earth together with you.

But I cannot control the plan of the Lord
But passage of time has not relieved my pain
But I cannot control the plan of the Lord
Although I am sure that it is not in vain.

Since this is part of a master plan
There in nothing that I can do for these ways
But I loved since the day in 1956 that I met you
Any I continue to love you always.

Your Everlasting Husband

Dan Rich

December 25, 2007

My lovely Barb,

Today is reserved for the celebration of the birthday of our Saviour Jesus Christ.

Since you are already up there with him and his Father,
Living in that Eternal Light,
You never have to worry
About the bleak of the night.

On this Christmas Day, here on earth
I will be without you for the
Third straight Christmas.
I saw yesterday all three of our Sons - Ron, Paul and Tom,
And we all concluded to
Wish you a very Merry Christmas.

You are always on my mind,
Your forever loving Husband

Dan Rich

December 21, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

Exactly 47-months ago today you closed your
Eyes for the last time and said to me
"My time on earth is finished and God has
Called me home, so I must leave you".

You once told your family,
“I would rather have one little rose
From the garden of a friend
Than to have the choicest flowers
When my stay on earth must end.”

Your family always honored this,
By giving you kind words
Rather than flattery, and
Loving smiles rather than frowns.

I love you always,
Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

November 21, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

Exactly 46-months ago today you closed your
Eyes for the last time and said to me
"My time on earth is finished and God has
Called me home, so I must leave you".

Today, I prayed for Angels
To keep watch over you,
To guard and then protect you
In everything you do.

When I whispered to the Father,
I asked for him to bring
A touch of love and goodness
Sent forth on Angels' wings.

So if you feel the brush of wings
Or soft breeze fills the air,
Just know it's angels watching you
Because of whispered prayer.

I love you always,
Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

October 21, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

45 months ago today you left me at the
Request of Lord to bring you to the Eternal Light.
I know that it must be beautiful there,
But I regret that you are not here for me to share.
And for you to share your three children.
A lot has happened since you left us,
But one thing has not changed –
That is my love for you, which will last forever.

Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

September 21, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

44 months ago today you left me to go
with the Lord to the Eternal Light.
It broke my heart to lose you,
But you did not go alone.

For part of me went with you
When you left your Earthly home.
Though your smile is mine forever,

Your hands I cannot touch.
I will always have your memories
Of the one I loved so much.
I love you still and forever miss you.


Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

August 31, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

50 years ago today you looked at me and I said:

"I, Daniel Rich, take Barbara Lyvers as my wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part."

And you looked at me and said:

“I, Barbara Lyvers take Daniel Rich as my wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness an in health. to love and to cherish, till death do us part.”

Happy 50th wedding anniversary.

Even though death has parted us, I will forever honor this pledge to you, and I will forever love you.

Happy 50th anniversary.

Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

August 21, 2007

My Dear Barb,

Exactly 43-months ago today you said goodbye to me.

Now I need to talk to you,
Some things I need to say.
I thank the good Lord up above,
For you most every day.
I think of prior times when
I took your love for granted.

But at this painful time in life
I feel the seeds you planted.
The seeds of strength, you place in me
Are grown and now in bloom
Although alone, I face today
Your strength is in this room.

The seeds of love you planted deep
And nourished them with care
You watered them with many tears
And blessed them with your prayers.

So I want to thank you now
You are God's greatest art
For giving me these fruits of love
From the very bottom of my heart.

Your Ever-loving Husband

Dan Rich

July 21, 2007

My Dear Barb,

Today, it is 42 months since
You departed life on earth,
And flew away like a bird
And entered into a whole new life
With God and His angels.

You can't possibly believe,
How much I miss you.
To be here on earth with me.
I know you long for the day I join you.

I said a prayer to God today,
And I know he must have heard,
I felt the answer in my heart,
Although he spoke no word.

I didn’t ask for wealth or fame,
I asked that he be near me
At the start of each day,
To grant me health and blessings
And friends to share my way.

I asked him to be near you,
At the start of each day,
To remind you of the happy times,
You and I always shared,
As we prepared for each new day.

Your ever loving husband,

Dan Rich

June 21, 2007

Dearest Barb,

I thank you, for all the happy memories that you left me.

I appreciate you most for always letting me know that I could do anything I put me mind to, and that with God all things were possible.

Thank you for teaching me to put my trust in the Lord and allow Him to direct me in all that I set out to do.

And finally, I thank you for raising our children in a home filled with love and laughter.
Your smiles and hugs were very welcome

You are deeply missed, but God knows what's best.

I really understand this, as it was 41-months ago today that he looked at me and said:
I am going to leave you alone, as I have a much better place for Barbara right now.

Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

May 21, 2007

Dearest Barb,

I vividly remember this.
Exactly 40 months ago today, you looked
At me with your rosary in hand and said

"Dan, I love you. But my time on Earth
Has passed and I am going to Heaven
To be with the Lord and his Angels.

I look forward to the day that
You and my three sons join me.

Thank you for being a wonderful man,
a loving partner, and a friend
who's fun to be with.

Thanks for being there in good times
and bad .... for caring for me
even when I am not at my best.

You make me feel needed and loved
in a way no one else ever could."

Every day I miss you more and more.

Your Ever Loving Husband

Dan Rich

May 13, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

Today is Mother’s Day –
It is a day to honor Mother’s
As I reflect on the value of a mother,
Such as you, I come up with this.

A mother’s hands are gentle,
A mother’s hands are strong,
Guiding, helping, teaching,
Showing right from wrong.

The protection of a mother’s hands,
And the love that’s in their touch,
Give the feeling of security
A child needs so much.

And although they may be rough from toil,
A child still understands
How much a life’s true beauty
Comes from a mother’s hands.

Your three children all
Understood the tender loving hands
Of their wonderful mother and
Her ever precious hands.

Happy Mother’s Day

Your ever loving husband,

Ron (daddy)

April 23, 2007

Hi Mom,
It has been a while since I wrote to you. On Tuesday the 17th, our Dustin left this earth to join the Lord in heaven. Have you seen him ?? I know that he would seek you out right away, as he missed his Granny so much. Mom please take care of your grandson. I know that he is now in a better place. But I must admit that loosing him at such a young age and without notice is troubling. The Lord has a plan, and I know that Dustin will service him well. You will be very proud of him, and will enjoy his magnetic personality.
Thank you for watching over him Mom. He will now serve as Sean's Guardian Angle.
I love you Mom, please give my Dustin a kiss for me.
Ron xo

Dan Rich

April 21, 2007

Dearest Barb,

Exactly 39-months ago today you closed your
Eyes for the last time and said to me
"My time on earth is finished and God has
Called me home, so I must leave you".

Today I prayed for Angels
To keep watch over you,
To guard and then protect you
In everything you do.

When I whispered to the Father,
I asked for him to bring
A touch of love and goodness
Sent forth on Angels' wings.

So if you feel the brush of wings
Or soft breeze fills the air,
Just know it's angels watching you
Because of whispered prayer.

I love you always,
Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

April 8, 2007

Dearest Barb,

On this Glorious day
When we celebrate the Resurrection of
Our Lord Jesus Christ,
May all of the Heavenly Angels
Sing a special song for you.

Happy Easter!

Your forever loving husband.

Dan Rich

March 21, 2007

Dearest Barb,

Exactly 38-months ago today you said goodbye to me.

Now I need to talk to you,
Some things I need to say.
I thank the good Lord up above
For you most every day.
I think of prior times when
I took your love for granted.

But at this painful time in life
I feel the seeds you planted.
The seeds of strength, you place in me
Are grown and now in bloom
Although alone, I face today
Your strength is in this room.

The seeds of love you planted deep
And nourished them with care
You watered them with many tears
And blessed them with your prayers.

So I want to thank you now
You are God's greatest art
For giving me these fruits of love
From the very bottom of my heart.

Your forever loving husband

Dan Rich

March 12, 2007

My Dearest Barb,

This morning when I awakened
And saw the sun above
I softly said
Good Morning Lord....
Bless everyone I love
And right a way I thought of you.

And I said a loving prayer
That he would bless "You" specially
And keep you close and near,
I thought of all the happiness
A day could hold in store
I wished it all for you
Because no one deserves it more ....

I hope they had enough candles
To light your wonderful cake

Happy 73rd birthday

Your forever loving husband

Gini Sears

February 22, 2007

Barb, whenever I am back in Arizona I find you closer to my heart and deeper in my thoughts. I remember the fun things we did (especially our trips to the Mall) and the lunches we shared. I remember the hours we sat on your patio and talked...about important things and about nothing. I will always remember your dear presence. Love, Gini

Tom

February 22, 2007

The whole family has been missing you. We love you.

Dan Rich

February 21, 2007

My Lovely Barb,

Exactly 37-months ago today, a golden heart stopped beating and hard working hands were put to rest.

A wonderful wife, mother and grandmother was taken from my mist.

You left a memory that shall never be forgotten of your wonderful love that you spread to me.

God broke my heart to prove to me he only takes the very best.

I love you always.

Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

January 21, 2007

My Dearest Barb.

Three years, thirty-six months,
Ago today you left me
To go through the pearly gates of Heaven
And join with the Lord and the Angels,
And your parents and brother.
Since that time two other sisters have joined you.
You said nothing, but just closed your
Eyes to say goodbye to me.
You left your heart here with me.
I will always have my memories
Of you, as I loved you so much.
I love you still and forever miss you.

Your Forever Loving Husband

Dan Rich

December 21, 2006

My Dearest Barb.

Today it is 35 months since you told me
Goodbye, on a temporary basis,
As you were going to the promised land
To be with the Lord forever.

In three days it will be my birthday and in
Four days it will be the birthday of Jesus,
the only Son of God. Those of you in Heaven
Will celebrate this birthday with the Almighty.

I do not need a special day
To bring you to my mind.
The days I do not think of you
Are very hard to find.

My thoughts are always with you,
Your place no one can fill.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.

Your Forever Loving Husband

Ron

December 19, 2006

Hi Mom,
Just a note to say, I love you !!
It has been sometime since you went to heaven, and time does not pass where I don't catch myself thinking about you :)
I think about those warm hugs you always gave to me at home.
Love you, Ron

Dan Rich

November 21, 2006

My Dearest Barb.

I do not need a special day
To bring you to my mind.
The days I do not think of you
Are very hard to find.

Each morning when I awake
I know that you are gone.
And no one knows the heartache.
As I try to carry on.

My heart still ache with sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you,
No one will ever know.

My thoughts are always with you,
Your place no one can fill.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.

There will always be a heartache,
And often silent tears,
But always a precious memory of
The days that you were here.

I hold you close within my heart,
And there you will remain.
To walk with me throughout our lives,
Until we meet again.

Dan Rich

October 21, 2006

My Dear Barb,

You walked into my life one day
And shared with me your soul.
You seemed to fill an empty space
And made my life whole.

You never asked too much of me
Just that our love we share.
I gave to you from what I have
And somehow came to care.

You shared with me special times
The ones both good and bad.
To just sit and see it all
Seemed just to make you glad.

You left me now to find a place
To find eternal rest.
You may be gone from here on earth
But not our family nest.

Just as you always kept us near
And loved with all your heart.
I hope you watch from above
And then we're not apart.

Thirty-three months ago today
You said very quietly to me:
I must leave you now and see you again
In this everlasting light
To join again with me.

I love you always.

Your husband

Dan Rich

September 21, 2006

Dearest Barb,



Today, it is 32 months since

You departed life on earth,

And entered into a whole new life

With God and His angels.



You can't possibly believe,

How much I miss you.

To be here on earth with me.

I know you long for the day I join you.



I wish for the happy days that

That you were here at my home.

I am sure that Heaven is beautiful

And you now call it your home.



I am sure that God currently

Keeps me here as He has His Own plan.

And that one day not too far away

I am to go to finish his final plan.



But until that time has come

My task is to love and support our boys.

And in God's ultimate plan

That He will bring home the boys.



I deeply continue to love you

With all the love in my heart.

And I know that you, in Heaven

Continue to love me with all your heart.



Your loving husband,

Dan Rich

August 31, 2006

Dearest Barb,



49 years ago today you looked at me and I said:



"I, Daniel Rich, take Barbara Lyvers as my wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part."



Even though death has temporarily parted us for now, I will forever honor this pledge to you, and I will forever love you.



I love you always.



Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

August 21, 2006

My Dearest Barb,



Exactly 31-months ago today you closed your eyes

For the last time and said to me "My time on earth is

Finished and God has called me home, so I must leave you".



Today I prayed for Angels

To keep watch over you,

To guard and then protect you

In everything you do.



When I whispered to the Father,

I asked for him to bring

A touch of love and goodness

Sent forth on Angels' wings.



So if you feel the brush of wings

Or soft breeze fills the air,

Just know it's angels watching you

Because of whispered prayer.



I love you,



Your loving husband

Dan Rich

July 21, 2006

My Dear Barb,



Exactly two and one-half years, 30 long months ago today you left me

And I have been suffering every since.



The suffering is really a sense that I realize how much I miss you.

I miss everything about you, your beautiful smile,

Your frequent love, your wonderful meals, your joyous humor, and

I a-wait the day that I am chosen to join with you in heaven.



Since I wrote you last month, your sister Dorothy has now joined with you,

And again you can have a family reunion, in the eternal light –

With your parents and two of your sisters, and your brother.



I love you always,

Your loving husband

Dan Rich

June 21, 2006

My Dear Barb,



Exactly 29-months ago today

You said goodbye to me,

As you were whisked away

By the Angels of the Lord.



Now I need to talk to you,

Some things I need to say.

I thank the good Lord up above

For you, most every day.

I think of prior times when

I took your love for granted.



So I want to thank you now as

You are God's greatest art

For giving me these fruits of love

From the very bottom of my heart.



I love you more with the passing of each day.

Your loving husband

Dan Rich

May 21, 2006

My Lovely Barb,



Today is 28 months since you left me.

You just gently closed your eyes and

Then vanished from my sight,

To join with the Lord in his land of

Everlasting and eternal light.



Forty-eight years ago, God gave you to me –

That I should be so richly blessed.

He surely must have known,

How much I needed you.



If I could have one more wish –

A dream that would come true,

I’d pray to God with all my heart

For yesterday and lovely you.



I loved you deeply when your were here,

And my love for your has never waned.

I still love you, maybe even more,

Than I ever had a chance to say.



Honey, I love you very much,



Your forever loving husband.

May 14, 2006

Hi Mom,

Happy Mother's Day to you !!!

Today is the day that we always send loving thoughts towards you, for everything that you have done, as our mother.

You are missed today in person, though never missed in memory.

I wish that I could give you one of those big hugs that you always had to give.

Please look down upon us, and see that your family send their love.

Happy Mother's Day Mom.

Love,

Ron & Dena and Family

Dan Rich

May 14, 2006

My Dearest Barb,



Happy Mother’s Day. I want to honor you for

Being an outstanding mother to our three wonderful children.



You inspired the three boys, to lead

Very honorable and creditable lives.



With your forever, tender loving care,

From the time they were infants, and through

Their youth years, it was your guidance,

That enabled them to approach life with

A very sincere purpose.



As they went through the teenage time, you

Consistently steered them out of trouble.

And they grew into adulthood,

As wonderful examples you you.



I thank you very much.



I wish you were here today to enjoy,

Their personal thoughts of you.



Your Loving Husband.

April 22, 2006

Dear One. we just got back from a fabulous trip to Arizona for two months. Can you believe that? We went to Phoenix to visit the "family" and there was such a hole in the group. You were so dearly missed. So constantly thought of. So many, many times spoken of. You are still a part of all of us. We love you so.



Gini & Ray

Dan Rich

April 21, 2006

Exactly twenty-seven months ago today,

The Lord chose you to join with Him

In His beautiful heavenly paradise.



Since that time when you left me

My love for you has grown stronger.



With the passing of each day

I keep remembering all of the things

That I did not get a chance to tell you.



And in those final hours, I may have

Forgot to tell you how very much

I much I really love you.



I love you always and

You are always on my mind.



Your loving Husband

Ron and Dena

April 16, 2006

Happy Easter Mom,

This is a day that I remember so many good memories. You always had Easter baskets hidden for us as kids, and you played hide n seak with the plastic eggs for our kids.

We miss you and your loving ways.

Love you,

Dan Rich

March 21, 2006

My Lovely Barb,



Exactly 26-months ago today, a golden heart stopped beating and hard working hands were put to rest.



A wonderful wife, mother and grandmother was taken from my mist.



You left a memory that shall never be forgotten of your wonderful love that you spread to me.



God broke my heart to prove to me, he only takes the very best.



I love you always.



You are always on my mind.



Your Ever Loving Husband

Tom Rich

March 13, 2006

Hi Mom - I was just looking at the artichokes in the garden and they will soon be ready eat. You always loved to come over and eat them with Kris and I. We will have some for you.



Love Tom and Kris.

Dan Rich

March 12, 2006

My Dearest Barb,



This morning when I awakened

And saw the sun above

I softly said

Good Morning Lord....

Bless everyone I love

And right a way I thought of you.



And I said a loving prayer

That he would bless "You" specially

And keep you close and near,

I thought of all the happiness

A day could hold in store

I wished it all for you

Because no one deserves it more ....



I hope they had enough candles

To light your wonderful cake



Happy 72st birthday



Your forever loving husband.

Dan Rich

February 21, 2006

My Dearest Barb,



It was 25 months ago today that the Lord came down from Heaven and wrapped his arms around you and told you that he was taking you away to a better place, in his Kingdom.



He gave you no time to worry about the earthly things or the many beloved relatives and friends that you would leave behind, or any of your unfinished tasks.



Since your passing, my love for you has grown with each passing day. I deeply miss you and long for the day that the Lord decides that I should join you in the garden of Heaven.



Your always loving husband,

Ron & Dena

January 21, 2006

Hi Mom,

Well today marks two years since we saw you last. Each day gets a little easier, though your memory will always be with us. The kids remember their Granny, and think of you often.

We miss you Mom, and pray that you will always be with us.

Love you,

Dan Rich

January 21, 2006

My Dearest Barb,



Today it is two years since you left me.

You just gently closed your eyes and

Then vanished from my sight.

To join with the Lord in his land of

Everlasting and eternal light.



He reached down from Heaven and

Placed his loving arms around you,

And took you to a better place.



My memories of you are deep and fond

Of your beautiful smile and your laughs

Of your home cooking and deserts

And of your caring for me.



My heart is filled with all these memories

But most of all is my love for you



Your Loving Husband

Ron & Dena and Family

December 26, 2005

Hi Mom,

Happy holidays. It has been nearly two years since your journey to the Lord. We think of you often, and remember our special memories. We saw Dad on his birthday, and enjoyed or visit. Everyone here is doing well.

We love you Mom. Love,

Dan Rich

December 25, 2005

My lovely Barb,



Today is reserved for the celebration of the birthday of our Saviour Jesus Christ.



Since you are already up there with him and his Father,

Living in that Eternal Light,

You never have to worry

About the bleak of the night.



On this Christmas Day, here on earth

I will be without you for the

Second straight Christamas.

I saw yesterday all three of our Sons - Ron, Paul and Tom,

And we all concluded to

Wish you a very Merry Christmas.



You are always on my mind,

Your forever loving Husband

Dan Rich

December 24, 2005

Dearest Barb,



Today if the eve of the birth of our Saviour.

It is also the anniversary of the day of my birth.



This is the second birthday that I have had to spend by myself,

Since you left me to enter into that Almighty Kingdom of Light.



I will enjoy my day, as I know

that you are always on my mind.



Your ever loving husband

Dan Rich

December 21, 2005

My Dearest Loving Barb,



Today it is 23 months since you left me

At the request of the Lord Almighty.



When He called and took you home,

He sent an angel to take you by the hand,

And I didn’t get a chance to tell you

Some things I had at hand.



Maybe I didn’t treat you

Quite as good as I should have.

Maybe I didn’t love you

Quite as often as I could have.



Little things I should have said and done

I just never took the time, as

You were always on my mind.



Maybe I didn’t hold you

All those lonely times

And I guess I never told you

I’m so happy that you’re mine.



If I made you feel second best

I’m so sorry I was blind

As I should have told you that,

You were always on my mind.



You are still always on my mind

Your ever loving husband.

Dan Rich

November 21, 2005

My Dear Lovely Barb,



When God calls his children home,

Their angels come to take them by the hand,

Leading them along a shining path

Into a place of peace and light.



Home at last, they see the Lord open His arms,

Welcoming them with a smile

Into the everlasting joy that is His love.



Oh, you can't possibly believe,

How much I really do miss you.

To be here on earth with me.

I know you long for the day I join you.



I wish for the happy days that

That you were here at my home.

I am sure that Heaven is beautiful

And you now call it your home.



I am sure that God currently

Keeps me here as He has His Own plan.

And that one day not too far away

I am to go to finish his final plan.



But until that time has come

My task is to love and support our boys.

And in God's ultimate plan

That He will bring home the boys.



I deeply continue to love you

With all the love in my heart.

And I know that you, in Heaven

Continue to love me with all your heart.



I love you always.



Your loving husband,

Dan

Dan Rich

October 21, 2005

My Dear Barb,

Twenty-one months ago today, you left me here on earth, to join with the Lord in His Everlasting Eternal Light.



Had I the heavens' embroidered cloths

Enwrought with golden and siler light,



The blue and the dim and dark cloths

Of night and light and the half-light,



I would spread the cloths under your feet:

But I, being poor have only my dreams;



I have spread my dreams under your feet;

Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.



I deeply miss you and forever love you.



Your Husband

Dan Rich

September 21, 2005

My Dearest Barb,



Today marks the anniversary of the 20th month of your departing me here on earth for a better life in the forever light of our Father's Heaven



A brilliant bright shining star will always be a legacy that you left me.



I knew when I married you 48 years ago, that I had found a shining star.



After our marriage and children arrived, I marveled at your love for them.



“Children first” your lifelong motto; loving caring and nurturing your God given traits.



Nestled sweetly in the warmth of your loving arms, as children they did cleave.



Gently rocking them, as you hummed your sweet lullaby, hushing them to a peaceful sleep.



Countless were the hours you spent creating cherishable memories for them and me to always keep.



A watchful vigil, you did pursue guiding their paths to “WALK” not “RUN” through life.



Faith in our Heavenly Father, you showed in your daily walk, reminding us “one day at a time”.



Your artistic flair and love for animals gave us the insight to the simple beauty of our Father’s’ world.



Your tender heart, like that of a romantic child, kept you forever young as you shared with us life’s humble joys.



Flowers, plants and your family alike flourished with your special mixture of patience, love and kindness.



Neither applause nor self-recognition did you seek, but to your family you will always be a woman of great valor.



With joy in our hearts, we look upward into the heavenly sky, knowing that there is an angel shining her new star.



I will always love you,

Your Husband

Dan Rich

August 31, 2005

Dear Barb,

Today is our 48th wedding anniversary - Happy Anniversary - I love you as much today as I did that day 48 years ago.



I remember went we were going together you said to me one day - Give me a Kiss I will forever remember.



And I got that final Kiss just before you departed Earth to enter into Eternity.



Your forever loving Husband

Dan Rich

August 20, 2005

My Dear & Beautiful Barb,



On this, the 19th month since you left me for your eternal place in Heaven, I think to my self that;



God gave you to me one day

Some many years ago -

That I should be so richly blessed

He surely must have known.



He knew what I wanted,

And I really needed too -

Someone so very special,

That no other one would do.



He decided now to take you

And to keep you in his care -

Until my day at last is through,

And I can meet you there.



However, as someone else has said:

If I could have one more wish -

A dream that would come true,

I'd pray to God with all my heart

For yesterday and you.



A thousand words won't bring you back,

I know because I've tried.

And neither will a million tears,

I know because I've cried.



You left me with a broken heart,

And happy memories too,

But I never wanted memories,

I only wanted you.



Honey, I love you very much

Your Husband

Gini Sears

July 22, 2005

Hi Barb, I just want to say how much I still miss you and how often you enter my mind. Memories are one thing that really do last forever. I thank God for those I have of you. Till we meet again, my love is all I can send.

Dan Rich

July 21, 2005

Exactly 18-months ago today,

you closed your eyes, to leave this earth.



No farewell words

Were spoken, no time to

Say goodbye, you were

gone before I knew it,

and only God knows why.



May the light of God surround you,

May the love of God enfold you,

May the power of God protect you,

May the presence of God watch over

You wherever you are,

God is and all is well.



For He can view the pattern upon the upper side

While I must look from underneath, And trust for Him to guide.



Sometimes a strand of sorrow is added to His plan,

And though it’s difficult for me, I still must understand.



That it is He who fills the shuttle, it is He who knows what’s best.

So I must weave in patience and leave to Him the rest.



Your ever loving husband,

Dan Rich

June 21, 2005

Lovely Barb,



Today marks the anniversary of the 17th month since you told be Goodbye,

And said I will next see you in the Eternal light.

It also marks the first day of summer



I miss you very deeply

I miss your smiles

I miss your laughs

I miss your love

I miss your opinions

I miss your arguments

I miss your thoughts

I miss your friendly talk

I miss your care for me

I miss your cooking

I miss your smiling face

I miss your doing the cleaning

I miss your companionship

I miss your kisses

I miss your doing the laundry

I miss your charming ways

I miss your touch

I miss your hugs



And most of all I miss you

And I miss everything about you

I miss you every minute of every day

I miss your all the time



Your Loving Husband

Dan Rich

May 21, 2005

Lovely Barb,

Today is 16 months since you said goodbye to me here on earth.



The sun’s hot rays feel nice in these cool spring days

‘n when I gaze up into the cloudless sky

And I’m about to cry



Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you always.

Seems if anyone else was there, they’d just fall a long ways



Call me selfish, but I want you to myself.

This can’t be happening, I remember laughing

Not too long ago, so now let’s go

Back to the time when nothing had to rhyme –

Or even make sense.



As long as we had each other, that was enough.

That’s why this is so rough



The last time I saw you was right after lunch,

God can’t have you, I love you too much.



On this day I can’t rejoice,

I try, but I just lose my voice.



So I express myself in words,

While you start flying like the birds.



I shoulda told you sooner,

Just didn’t know how to tell ya.



But now that you have gone,

I hope this will really show,



How much I truly, unconditionally love you

Ron & Dena and Family

May 8, 2005

Happy Mother's Day Mom,

Just wanted to send you a note and let you know how much we thought of you today. We miss your smiling face and warm heart each day of our lives. There are numerous memories, though none that replace spending time with you. I do hope that you are able to look down upon us, and see how we are doing.

Take care Mom, we love you lots.

Dan Rich

May 8, 2005

My Loving Barb,



On this Mother's Day, I wish to send you something special.



"My life's been full, savored much,

good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.



Your time seemed too brief,

and I won't lenthen it now with undo grief.



Lift up your heart and share with me,

God wanted you now, He set you free."



I love you always,



Your husband

Dan Rich

April 21, 2005

My Lovely Barb,



I have received another beautiful letter yesterday, that I know must have come you. It was appropriate as 15-months ago today, you said goodbye to me here on earth.



The lettter reads as follows:



"I am in Heaven dear ones;

Oh so happy and so bright!

There is perfect joy and beauty

In this everlasting light.



All the pain and grief is over,

Every restless tossing passed;

I am now at peace forever,

Safely home in Heaven at last.



There is work still waiting for you,

So you must not idly stand;

Do it now, while life remaineth,

You shall rest in Jesus' Land.



When this work is all completed,

He will gently call you Home;

Oh, the rapture of that meeting,

Oh, the joy to see you come!"



I really appreciate your thought and I look forward to that day to join with you again.



Your Loving Husband

Sister Joan Steigmeyer,CSC

April 1, 2005

How wonderful to have met you, Dan and introducing me to your family through our email correspondence. Through your loss may you continue to gain srength and a deeper love for the Lord. Beautiful pics of your you and your wife.

Dan Rich

March 21, 2005

My Dear Barb,



You walked into my life one day

And shared with me your soul.

You seemed to fill an empty space

And made my life whole.



You never asked too much of me

Just that our love we share.

I gave to you from what I have

And somehow came to care.



You shared with me those special times

The ones both good and bad.

To just sit and see it all

Seemed just to make you glad.



You left me now to find a place

To find eternal rest.

You may be gone from here on earth

But not our family nest.



Just as you always kept us near

And loved with all your heart.

I hope you watch from above

And then we're not apart.



Fourteen months ago today

You said very quietly to me:

I must leave you now and see you again in this everlasting light

To join again with me.



I love you always.



Your husband

Sharon & Paul Rich

March 12, 2005

Happy Birthday, MOM!!!!

We love you

Paul, Sharon & your granddog Sarge

Dan Rich

March 12, 2005

Dearest Barb,



This morning when I awakened

And saw the sun above

I softly said

Good Morning Lord....

Bless everyone I love

And right a way I thought of you.



And I said a loving prayer

That he would bless "You" specially

And keep you close and near,

I thought of all the happiness

A day could hold in store

I wished it all for you

Because no one deserves it more ....



Happy 71st birthday



Your forevet loving husband.

Gini Sears

March 2, 2005

I know it's not the 12th yet, but I wanted to be the first one to say Happy Birthday. Guess you will not be older than I am anymore. In fact, you won't need to celebrate birthdays anymore either. I know you are celebrating everyday though as you reap your heavenly reward in the house of the Lord. I think of you always and someday I will be with you again. My love to you.

Dan Rich

February 14, 2005

I have moved this from your memorial site to this one



February 10, 2005

Barb, there is no forgetting, only remembering more and more...........and with more clarity. Love never dies.

Gini Sears (Lanham, MD )

Dan Rich

January 24, 2005

I have moved these 2 from your memorial site to this one



January 22, 2005

I feel such a loss at not knowing Barbara, and have deep sympathy for you and the boys, It is hard sometimes to understand why we lose someone we love so much and why we have to hurt so bad. They say time heals all wounds and I dont believe that entirely. The holy spirit heals and helps us thru our grieving.I pray that each new day will bring you peace and love from God who knows your sorrow.

Stephen& Nancy Lockwood (Watertown, WI )

[email protected]

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January 22, 2005

Dan, so loving of you and your family to write such a beautiful memorial. Your love for you wife runs very deep, and so full of lasting memories. Blessings to you and everyone. Nadine

Nadine Hardin (Orlando, FL )

Dan Rich

January 23, 2005

I have moved this from you memorial site to this site





January 22, 2005

I feel such a loss at not knowing Barbara, and have deep sympathy for you and the boys, It is hard sometimes to understand why we lose someone we love so much and why we have to hurt so bad. They say time heals all wounds and I dont believe that entirely. The holy spirit heals and helps us thru our grieving.I pray that each new day will bring you peace and love from God who knows your sorrow.

Stephen& Nancy Lockwood (Watertown, WI )

[email protected]

dan rich

January 22, 2005

I have moved these from the Memorial site to this long established site





January 22, 2005

Dan, so loving of you and your family to write such a beautiful memorial. Your love for you wife runs very deep, and so full of lasting memories. Blessings to you and everyone. Nadine

Nadine Hardin (Orlando, FL )



January 21, 2005



Stephen & Nancy Jo Lockwood (Watertown, WI )

Rober & Barbara Willard Sr.

January 22, 2005

May she rest in peace and hope the family she left behind, keep the faith that they will see her again.

Ron, Paul and Tom

January 21, 2005

If your children could have gave you diamonds for each tear you've cried for them, or gave you sapphiers for each truth you've helped us see. If we could have gave you rubies for the heartaches that you have known or gave you pearls for the wisdom you've shown us. Then you would have mounted up to the skies, that would almost match the sparkle in your kind and loving eyes, but we had no pearls or diamonds, as I'm sure you were well aware, so we gave you gifts more precious, our love, devotion and care. We love you Mom and miss you so much, but we know now you are free of pain and suffering. Plant your flowers in heaven and we look forward to the day when we will all be united once again. Love to you Mom,

Dan, Ron, Paul & Tom & Families Rich

January 21, 2005

Our Lovely Barb



This memorial appeared for you today in the South Bend Tribune and the Arizona Republic

Barbara Jean Rich

March 12, 1934

January 21, 2005



One year ago today you left us to go

with the Lord to the Eternal Light.

It broke our hearts to lose you,

But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you

When you left your Earthly home.

Though your smile is ours forever,

Your hands we cannot touch.

We will always have our memories

Of the one we loved so much.

We love you still and forever miss you.

Dan Rich

January 20, 2005

My Beautiful and Loving Barb,



Tomorrow - the day that never comes. Tomorrow - January 21st it will be one year since you closed you eyes, and said to me me that you would see me tomorrow.



When tomorrow starts without you, and you aren't there to view,

If the sun should rise and find my eyes filled with tears for you,

I wish so much I wouldn't cry the way I did today,

While thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say.



I know how much you love me, as much as I love you,

And every time I think of you, I know you'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without you, I'll try to understand,

That an angel came and called your name and took you by the hand.



And said your place was ready in Heaven far above,

And that you'd have to leave behind, all those you dearly love.

But as you turned to walk away, a tear fell from your eye,

It seemed impossible you were leaving me, and telling me goodbye.



I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad,

I thought of all the love you shared, all the fun you had.

I would say goodbye and kiss you and maybe see you smile,

But I fully realize that it could not be, for yet a little while.



For emptiness and memories will take your place tomorrow,

I thought of you and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when you walked thru Heavan's gate, you felt so much at home,

When God looked down and smiled at you, from His Great Golden Throne.



He said, "This is eternity and all I have promised you,

Today for life on earth is passed, but here it starts anew.

I promised no tomorrow, but today will always last,

And since each day is the same, there's no longing for the past.



But you have been so faithful, so trusting and so true,

So won't you take my hand and let me share my life with you."

So when tomorrow starts without you, I won't think we're far apart,

For every time I think of you, you're right here in my heart.



Your ever loving husband,

Ron & Dena and Family

December 25, 2004

Merry Christmas Mom,

Today we think about you and pray that you are in a better place. We miss you so very much, realizing that it has only been a very short time since your calling to the Lord. Yesterday we visited Dad, he is doing well, misses you. Today we will have our our family together for X-mas and a celibration of Dena's day. The kids sure miss Granny, Sean and I were looking at pictures on the computer recently and even he remembers Granny.

You take care Mom, we love you.

Dan Rich

December 21, 2004

My Loving Barb,



As of today it has been exactly 11-months since you were called away from me. I love you more and more each passing day.



Through many toils and snares I have already come;

Twas grace that brought me safe thus far and grace will lead me home.



We have shown each other our love by the way we lived.

We have laughed, cried and prayed together, what more can a family give.

We have stood tall, through it all.



Barb has been called to stand on higher ground, and I must carry on,

Laughing, crying and praying alone, what more can a family be.

I will stand tall through it all.



When I am troubled, worried and sick at heart and my world falls apart,

I will remember that God's ready and waiting to share the burden I find too heavy to bear.

So with faith I will let God lead the way into a brighter and less troubled day.



Your Loving Husband,

Dan

Dan Rich

November 25, 2004

My Dearest Barb,



Last Thanksgiving Day you were here at the house with me. This year on Thanksgiving Day you are with the Lord in what must be that beautiful place called Heaven.



Happy Thanksgiving.



I Love You

Dan Rich

November 21, 2004

Dearest Barb,



Exactly 10-months ago today you said goodbye to me.



Now I need to talk to you,

Some things I need to say.

I thank the good Lord up above

For you most every day.

I think of prior times when

I took your love for granted.



But at this painful time in life

I feel the seeds you planted.

The seeds of strength, you place in me

Are grown and now in bloom

Although alone, I face today

Your strength is in this room.



The seeds of love you planted deep

And nourished them with care

You watered them with many tears

And blessed them with your prayers.



So I want to thank you now

You are God's greatest art

For giving me these fruits of love

From the very bottom of my heart.



Your loving husband.

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Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

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Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

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Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

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Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

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How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

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Ways to honor Barbara Rich's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

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How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

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How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

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