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Barbara Krofel Obituary

Barbara Jean Krofel, nee O'Brien, age 57, esteemed astrological consultant, beloved wife of 38 years of Frank Krofel; adoring mother of Michelle Krofel and her loving partner, Mike Bernhard; devoted daughter of the late Grace D., nee Marlow, and the late John J. O'Brien; dear daughter-in-law of Virginia, nee Donato, and Henry Garbacz; special sister of Jack (Connie) O'Brien, Fran (Paul) Nigro, Mike (Sharon) O'Brien, Mary (Len) Ernquist and the late Carol Garlick; proud aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. An expert gardener; world traveler and a cherished friend to many. Funeral Service Tuesday 11 a.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation Monday 3 to 9 p.m. Info, 708-456-8300 ; www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Krofel

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Michelle Krofel

January 3, 2023

I miss you Mom.

Janis Hopper

December 21, 2006

Barb

I'm missing you.

Jan

Dan

August 6, 2006

Barb was always amazing. Everything about her is dearly missed! Barb was a genuine, loving, fun, outgoing individual.



You are always loved and remembered Barb!

Cheryl George

July 18, 2006

Barb,



You will be missed. You have helped me through many times and provided direction for me at the crossroads of life.



Thank you for being you.



Cheryl

Jennifer Lynch

June 14, 2006

Barbara,

Thank you so much for sharing with me your craft of astrology. I carry much of your wisdom with me today, and I will always hear your laughter!

May you SHINE Like the STAR YOU ARE!

Love you always,

Jennifer James-Lynch

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Marcy Barr

May 10, 2006

To Barb and all who have loved her:



It is such a loss to know that you are gone. You started me on the road to reading and understanding astrology, and what a great gift this has been.



I only wish I could have seen you, but now I will look for you among the spirits, and ask you to bless us all.



Thanks Barb.

Maria Seinitz

March 6, 2006

Barbara: Because of you I started a long term study of astrology that continues to this day. Our appointments became wonderful learning and tutoring sessions. I will remember you always.

Katy Otterson

February 18, 2006

My deepest sympathies for your loss. Barb touch so many people in her own special way and will be missed by all those who came into contact with her.

Katy Otterson

Dave Anton

February 6, 2006

Michelle.

I am so sorry to hear the news; please accept my sincere condolences. Reading the Guest Book, it looks like you were strong and selfless--two things i've always had admired about you, among many MANY more. Please extend my heartfelt thoughts to your family and friends, Michelle. If you need anything, please don't hesitate. dave.

Lisa Hagenbuch

February 5, 2006

Barb, you opened up a whole new world for me when I first sat in your office. I will forever be grateful to you for your wisdom. My thoughts of love and peace go out to you, Frank, Michelle and Janet. May our paths meet again.

Constance Anderson

February 3, 2006

Barb was my role model and a beautiful person that I'm so glad I was able to know. Words cannot express my empathy for her family and sadness for our loss. I know she's smiling down on us all. See you on the other side, Barbara Jean. Connie Anderson

Geri Hinton

January 15, 2006

Frank and Michelle;

Having known Barb for over 25 years, I was so saddened to hear of her passing.

Using her talent to understand our universe, she guided me to understand myself and others. Her wit, laughter and voice will remain, not only in my heart, but on the tapes that she made for me.

She is a STAR shining down.

God's blessings on you both and your extended families.

Kelly Schmal

January 5, 2006

It’s amazing how quickly time passes when we lose touch. I very recently learned that my Aunt Barb was sick and just today found out she passed. Michelle and Uncle Frank, My deepest sympathies for your loss, Love Kelly

Dennis Black

January 2, 2006

To Michelle: My most sincere condolences on your mother's passing. You have been a tower of strength and a most loving daughter throughout her long illness, and I hope that it will give you comfort to know that you did everything that you could have done to bolster her health and her spirits and to show her how much she was loved.

erin o'brien

December 31, 2005

It seems as if it was only a short time we "knew" each other but that time will always be remembered. You were, and will remain, the funny aunt who always made me laugh and smile, without fail, every single time. As is always with life, your time here was much too short yet you made the most of it and touched more lives than most can ever hope to. You will surely continue to be missed by many and loved by all.

Ed Gjertsen

December 31, 2005

My sincerest condolences to Frank and family on the loss of Barbara.

JACK OBRIEN

December 30, 2005

BARB: YOUR MISSED AND THE TEARS I HAVE KNOWING ,FRAN AND MYSELF WON'T FIND YOU WITH US. YOU'LL BE THERE BUT YOUR LAUGH AND ONE "LINERS" WON'T. I SORRY I CAN'T BRING THE WARMTH BACK INTO YOU THAT YOU GAVE ME,HOPING I'LL BE WITH YOU IN THE LIFE AFTER.

I'LL BRING THE CIG'S.

REMEMERING YOU ALWAY'S

LOVE JACK

Susan Mindak Ellinger

December 30, 2005

It has been many years since we saw one another...however you have always been a Classmate of Alvernia '66 and a friend. May you live in peace with your other classmates that have gone before you...you are all "special women".

Olga Sylvester

December 30, 2005

Barb, your laughter, your quick wit, and your wonderful personality will never be forgotten. May you have eternal peace.

Wayne & Judy Johnson

December 30, 2005

Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your daughter upon your great loss of a wife and mother.

Richard Barth

December 30, 2005

We are sorry to learn of Barbara's

passing. If there is anything we

can do to help, please let us know.

You were a very good neighbor and

friend. Richard & Dorothea Barth

Tony Cambio

December 30, 2005

I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Timmy Branfalt

December 29, 2005

Barb knew me as a child, a Vet, and a man. Part of it all was knowing her and Frank, who tried in their ways to show me that "grease" was NOT necessarilly the way to go. That there was another life of joining with the people, instead of against them. If she could only be telling me more about the "Saggitarian" I was and would be! I appreciated her laughter, charisma, and the beauty inside and out, of which made me more aware that there IS, and always will be another Life ! Thank you FOREVER my Leo friend!

As you called me,

Timmy

Robert Sinofsky

December 29, 2005

I met you only once Barbara, but your personality left a lasting impression. Rest In Peace.

Ross & Marianne Gentile

December 29, 2005

Frank, remember the good times you shared with Barbara, those memeories can never be lost. She is in a better place, healthy, happy and always there for you to talk to.

Julie Keane

December 29, 2005

Barb was my sister-in-law and I deeply regret not spending more time with her. Although we didn't see each other as often as I would have liked, I have very warm feelings and affection for her. There are memories etched in my mind and heart of family times spent together that I will never forget. She was a kind and caring person and I will miss her. Barb may you rest in peace for all of eternity.

Love,

Jim Redmond

December 28, 2005

Barb, your brilliance as an astrologer was matched only by your laughter and warmth. Rest in peace. We'll miss you terribly.

Janis Hopper

December 27, 2005

Barb, it has been an honor to know you. My deepest gratitude for your laughter, quick wit and unrelenting mentorship. My friend, you were a true blessing. May you rest in the embrace of the Goddess.

shoshana love

December 26, 2005

I still hear your laugh and see your smiling face. You have touched my life and I hold you in my heart. May you light up and bring your joy to the next dimension of this eternal journey. Thanks, Barb. Love, Shoshana

Susan Wilson Klein

December 26, 2005

I am so saddened by the news about my good high school chum. What a darling girl! I have such fond memories of the times we shared and the fun we had. Tonight, I'm thinking of her and our mutual friends and how she will be missed by all of us.

Jill Lockhart

December 26, 2005

Barbara was a bright light to all who knew her. Her wit, stong spirit, intelligence, warm heart and lively laugh will always be remembered. My deepest condolences to her family.

Jill Lockhart

Cynthia Cooper

December 26, 2005

I cry today for all of us who were loved and strengthened by her words, her touch, her laugh. I cry today for her beloved husband and child who have shared her, for so long, with us all. I laugh today because her elegance, regal nature and warm spirit demand that I do. I love you, Barb, and I'm awed by the force of your life..... Cynthia Cooper

Judy Johnson

December 25, 2005

Teacher, mentor, friend; there is a hole in my heart. Barb will be sorely missed by all whose hearts she touched. Travel on to the Summerland, my friend. Merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again.

frank krofel

December 25, 2005

To my wife who said (Im fine) till the very end and never complained.

May you finally rest in peace .

With love thru eternity.Frank

Michelle Krofel

December 25, 2005

My Mother. My Best friend. You are now the brightest star in the sky and will shine in my heart forever.

Loving Daughter, Michelle

Darlene Ziebell

December 25, 2005

My deepest sympathy. Barb was a good friend. She will be deeply missed.

Clayton and Greg Press and Linn

December 25, 2005

It was a privilege to know Barb, and count her as a friend. Her laughter was always heartfelt, and her concern for other people genuine. We will always have fond memories of her visit to our former home in London and sitting around several kitchen tables talking psychic things, political issues, and indulging in good-old-fashioned gossip. It was a joy to be part of her life.

Janet Berres

December 25, 2005

I will forever miss my best friend of over 25 years. Barbara was a shining light on earth. There are not enough words to express the beneficial and positive influence she had on those of us that loved her, and on whoever she met.

My condolences, along with going to Michelle and Frank, go out to the rest of her family, her friends, and to the whole world, all of whom will miss her infectious laugh, brilliant mind, and kind heart.

Goddess Blessings to you, my Barb!

Lesley Peters

December 25, 2005

To Barbara Krofel's family,



May the joy, love, laughter and wisdom, that Barbara brought into your life and mine continue to live on within us and be passed to future generations of special people. I feel most fortunate to have known Barb for the last 18 years. My life was altered inextricably by her wisdom and affection. My deepest sympathy to her family.

RON MICHAELS

December 25, 2005

You will be missed, and never forgotten!

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

December 25, 2005

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