BARBARA OPACKI

OPACKI, Barbara Age 79, formerly of Melrose, MA, peacefully passed away, on August 31, 2023, in Daytona Beach Shores, FL, surrounded by loved ones, after a difficult battle with several health ailments. Barbara L. Opacki was born on April 14, 1944 to Bob and Audrey Darrow in Zanesville, OH. After Barbara graduated from Zanesville High School in 1962, she received bachelor's and master's degrees from Ohio State University. After graduation, she worked as a teacher before finding her career passion in the field of political campaign politics for over 30 years. Barbara was passionate about electing candidates that would make a difference in the lives of all. In 1973, she married Richard Opacki of Melrose, MA. Barbara and Richard went on to have one child together, Robert; and helped raise Robyn Opacki of Maine from Mr. Opacki's first marriage to Jeannie O'Connor, formerly of Dedham. Barbara semi-retired to the Daytona Beach area in 2004 with Mr. Opacki,, where she continued to manage political campaigns until officially retiring in 2008. While retired, Barbara and Richard traveled frequently within and outside the United States and passionately enjoyed time with niece, Katrina "Tina" Taylor; great-nephew and great-niece, Gideon and Gracie Taylor of the Daytona Beach area. Barbara was predeceased by her parents, Audrey & Bob; stepfathers, Kenneth Long and Alan Gerald; sisters, Elizabeth and Jane; and brother, Richard, who died in infancy. She is survived by her husband, Richard,; and her son, Robert. A Celebration of Life party is to take place at the Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor on October 1, from 4 pm to 8 pm. Condolences may be expressed for the family at lohmanfuneralhomes.com/locations/port-orange

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