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BARBARA ANDERSEN Obituary

ANDERSEN, Barbara A. 91, a warrior for the rights of those with developmental and physical challenges died Sept. 21st. She was a dynamic leader in the development of programs supporting those society had forgotten and received the Massachusetts House of Representatives Resolution honoring her work, "reflecting the highest principles of humanity, charity, and love for her fellow man". Her family was the center of her universe. Through many magnificent adventures, she made sure that her family knew they were loved. She leaves her children Karen Andersen Walsh, of Worcester; Loring D. Andersen, of Huntington, NY; Scott Andersen, of Redmond, WA; Daughters in law, Wendy and Lynne Andersen. A Life Celebration is on Oct. 29 at Tatnuck Country Club, 1222 Pleasant St., Worcester, 2PM with reception from 3-5 PM. Donations to the Barbara A. Andersen Fund, Clark University Advancement Planned Giving, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610. Arrangements by Callahan Fay & Caswell Funeral Home. Full obituary at: www.callahanfay.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2016.

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Mary Ann C.

September 24, 2016

Dear Karen and family - my sincere sympathy on Barbara's passing. She was a very caring person. It was enlightening to read about her amazing life.
Thoughts and prayers to all.

JF

October 4, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nicole Caligiuri

September 28, 2016

We all miss our spunky, hot-ticket, friendly neighbor so much, but we know she has missed Roy terribly, and she's with him again. We love you, Miss Barbara. Thank you for being such an incredibly welcoming neighbor, a wonderful friend, and such an incredible inspiration to our girls.

Seven Hills Foundation

Dr David Jordan

September 27, 2016

All of us connected at the Seven Hills Foundation ( the successor organization to the WAARC)send our condolences to Barbara's family and friends. We have many fond memories of Barbara's early work advancing the dignity of individuals with varied abilities. Dr. David A. Jordan, Seven Hills Foundation

Karen Ludington

September 26, 2016

Barbara did wonderful things for Children's Friend. We loved her and are grateful she cared so much for our mission. Our sympathy goes to her whole family.

Bill Garneau

September 25, 2016

Karen, my deepest sympathies to you and your children. I always enjoyed my time with your Mom when she would come into the salon. As you know she missed your Dad so much, now their together again. That alone should give you some peace. Stay strong.

Brian Collins

September 25, 2016

I worked at Camp Joy durin the 1970s. I am sad to hear of the passing Barbara.

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29

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Tatnuck Country Club

1222 Pleasant St., Worcester, MA

Funeral services provided by:

Callahan Fay Caswell Funeral Home

61 Myrtle St, Worcester, MA 01608

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