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Barbara Logan Obituary
December 26, 1944 - October 5, 2020
Fresno, California - Barbara Logan (Atwood) passed away peacefully on October 5, 2020, as a result of a stroke. Her brother was with her. Barbara was born on December 26, 1944 to Vi and Don Atwood in San Mateo, California. She lived the majority of her life in Fresno, including the last 50+ years.
Barbara married the true love of her life, Jim Logan, in 1974. She and Jim were a perfect match, as they loved and supported each other throughout their life together. I can still hear Jim say "Barbara" in his patient, caring way, with that twinkle in his eye and a little smile on his face. After Jim passed, Barbara kept a photo of him with her, at home, in the car and everywhere she traveled, he was always with her.
Barbara lived her life as a strong, independent woman with gusto, positivity, kindness, high energy and beauty. Described by one person as the "light of their day", she found real joy in life, and thrived on being with others, especially if it included a glass of wine. She gave her time, skills, knowledge and heart to friends, family, coworkers and many community organizations. She loved being outdoors, especially in the mountains. She hiked, skied, rode bicycles, and in her late 60s became an avid competitive walker, completing (and often finishing at the top of her age group) many half marathons.
She was a consummate Human Resource professional, who held HR positions at several Fresno area organizations. A few are: Fresno State; Guarantee Savings and Loan; and Valley Children's Hospital. She was also actively involved in developing the profession at both the local and state levels, including: Lifetime Senior Professional Certification by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM); Executive Committee Member, California State Council of SHRM; and President of the Human Resource Association of Central California.
Barbara is survived by her two cats, "the boys - Buddy and Beau". Her brother Dave, his wife and their sons Matt and Cam. Her stepdaughter Karan Logan Ewalt, and her four children and nine grandchildren. Her stepson, the late Michael Logan's two children and two grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to: The Cat House on the Kings; Granville Homes Creek Fire Relief Fund; Fresno State.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
June Trask
October 12, 2024
Thinking of you and remembering our days together!
Nancy Cameron
October 22, 2020
My late husband Chip Cameron was a childhood friend of Barbara's and they stayed in touch over the years. He had such fond memories of Barbara and her family while growing up in Fresno. Barbara and I had breakfast in April 2019 shortly after Chip's death and she gave me some good advice about how to navigate being a widow. She was a bright light in this world and will be missed. Nancy Cameron
Jamia Smith
October 21, 2020
What a sweetheart....Barbara with that effervescent smile and twinkly
eyes. What an accomplished joyful woman. The world is a bit sadder without someone as special as Barbara. I’m Just so sorry she is gone.
Sincere Condolences to the family.
.
Mike Andritch
October 20, 2020
Barbara was a kind and gentle soul. I was friends with her late husband Jim and she was the love of his life. They were a perfect match. Jim was a happy man but he was happiest when he was with Barbara. I am so saddened by her sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers go to her family and many friends. She will be missed.
Robert Huntoon
October 18, 2020
Barbara - You are a joy and such a good friend for so long, 50 plus years. Thank you for introducing me to Linda (Steitz) Huntoon fifty years ago, to me this has to be one of your greatest gifts. And look, we are still together!
We will miss you, your smile and laughter was infectious.
Love,
Linda (Steitz) and Bob Huntoon
Brookings, OR.
Linda Quinn
October 18, 2020
My condolences to Barbara’s family. Your loss is beyond words. Your Barbara was a 4th of July sparkler in our neighborhood. She brought more joy with her darling personality than anyone could imagine! I called her my Barbie Doll because she really was a doll! Will miss her more than I can say. Love you, Barb. Hug Jim for me.
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