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BARBARA BARROWS Obituary

BARROWS, Barbara Starr Of Burlington, formerly of Lexington, age 78, loving mother and RN, passed away on December 27, 2015. Devoted daughter of the late Ernest and Lillian Starr. Beloved mother of Alyse Crane Walsh and her husband Bill, Neil and daughter-in-law Sandy, Shirley Grace and her friend Larry Coon, and David and his wife Debra. Cherished grandmother of seven: Melanie, Heather, Jenna and Adam Crane, Leah and Mark Grace, and Nicholas Barrows; and five step grandchildren: Jackie, Billy, Ashley, Charlie, Albert and his family; and one great grandson, Liam. Loving sister of Michael Starr and his wife Edith and sister-in-law of Cathy Starr, wife of the late Norman Starr. She also leaves one aunt, two uncles, nieces and nephews, as well as many loving cousins and friends. We invite you to join the family at a funeral service on Thursday, December 31, 10:00 AM at Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 1668 Beacon Street, BROOKLINE. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park. A donation to The Southern Poverty Law Office, PO Box 548, Montgomery, AL 36177 or Smile Train, PO Box 96231, Washington DC 20090 would be appreciated. Stanetsky Memorial Chapel 617-232-9300 www.stanetsky.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 28 to Dec. 29, 2015.

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Lynn Frye, LPN

October 5, 2017

Dear Barrows Family, I met your Mother in 1988 at Pineknoll Nursing Home when the Cataldos owned it. I was a "young nurse " there and your mom was my weekend supervisor. She took me under her wing there and although I moved away 8 years later ( with my husband), I ALWAYS thought fondly of her and my Pineknoll Family. She Always kept a smile on her face and spoke often of those she took care of outside of Pineknoll. We were the weekend crew ("Lo " Marie Locicero RN, now deceased), Janice B, RN, and Janet L. LPN. Her Greatest compliment to me and one I've never forgotten, was that she never worried about the weekends when I was there. I have thru the years kept her in my heart and prayers and will continue to do so. She was an Awesome Nurse..

Maureen Ritchie Spruill

January 13, 2016

My dearest friend, someone who always made time for me when I had a problem or needed advice. THERE ARE NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE HOW MUCH YOU WERE LOVED. I will miss you. Condolences to your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers always. Maureen Ritchie Spruill

Erika Mahon

January 5, 2016

Dear Alyse, Neil, Shirley and Dave,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a warm, kindhearted woman...a true treasure. I loved talking with her, and will miss our phone calls...

January 2, 2016

dear barrows family, I knew your mother many years ago in Littleton, ma. she was a great person. so sorry for your loss. Shirley Dinsmore acton, ma

Naomi Weiss

December 31, 2015

My cousin Barbara such a wonderful woman and friend. I will miss her very much. Sending hugs and much love to all.

Ed G

December 30, 2015

Barbara was the greatest woman I have ever known! She was one of my dearest friends and though thru the years we didn't see each other as much. I could always pick up telephone and be inspired by her. She will always be in my heart..

jody STewart

December 29, 2015

My family and I are very sadden of the news of Barbara's passing. We have known her for many years. I love that she included my son Peter in every Holiday Season and sending him special gifts. She was an amazing woman. My sister Nicole will miss her very much as she was her Godmother. Dance up a storm up in Heaven Barbara... You will be truly missed and loved forever.... Jody Stewart on the behalf of the Stewart Family in Nashua NH

December 29, 2015

Psalms 119:76.

J. T.

December 29, 2015

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

Mara Forristall

December 29, 2015

I really liked and admired your mother. we used to visit and chat a lot. I was going to visit her that day. I will really miss her.

kathy McLane

December 29, 2015

Alyse your mom was a very special lady. I am so sorry for your loss, love to all. Love, Kathy Walsh McLane

Karen Himmel

December 29, 2015

So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was always very kind to my family over the many years we knew her. She will be missed but her kindness and warmth will live in our hearts forever.

Francine Barrows

December 29, 2015

Barbara, you were not only my sister-in-law, but I considered you my friend. You helped celebrate the boys bar mitzvah. I will never forget that. You were here for me when Robert was ill. We talked every week. You were truly a very special person. I will miss you! Love and God Bless!
Thoughts and prayers to your family during this difficult time.
Love, Francine, Craig and Josh

Maureen and Brian Leininger

December 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for your family.

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1668 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02445

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