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Barbara Howell Obituary
July 13, 1932 - March 8, 2025
Lynden, Washington - Barbara Aleene Howell was born to Clarence and Alice Martinsen in Colville, WA July 13th, 1932. Barbara married Donald Howell October 14, 1950 at St. Joseph's church. They settled in North Bellingham, raising their seven children. After Don and Barbara retired, they moved to Forks, WA. After Don's passing, Barbara returned to North Bellingham to be near family. Barbara passed peacefully surrounded by loving family members.
A funeral Mass will be held on March 18th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church in Ferndale. Her burial will be held the following day at 10:00 a.m. at Greenacres Cemetery. For full obituary visit Molesfairwelltributes.com.
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Colleen Spreckelmeyer
March 23, 2025
So sorry that I will no longer get to visit Barbara in Lynden, we had some really fun conversations. I will miss you and may you RIP. My condolences to her family
Ivy Perreault
March 21, 2025
So sorry to hear about Barb's passing.
She was a great lady and will be missed by so many.
I have lots of memories of her over the years.
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Robert French
March 17, 2025
You will be missed Barb, I met you and worked with Don 60 + years. Enjoyed the gatherings at your farm, Charlene enjoyed working with you at the school.
I'm sure Donnie is up there waiting for you..
I'm sure Donnie is up there waiting for you.
Thomas Reese
March 12, 2025
Lovely lady. Knew the family well. My prayers are offered. Will Remember her at Mass.
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Mary Marshall Craker
March 12, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
My heartfelt sympathy for the family and friends of Barbara.... I'm a member of Saint Josephs Church Ferndale. and remember her well.
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