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Anne Barth Obituary
Mrs. Anne M. Barth of Middletown, NY and a lifetime resident of the area died Sunday, July 27, 2008 in Ellenville, NY from a motorcycle accident. She was 41.
She was born April 4, 1967 in Port Jervis, NY, the daughter of Vivan and Shirley Muller VanLeuven.
Anne was a 1985 graduate of Minisink Valley High School. She married Paul Barth, Sr. 22 years ago on September 28, 1985 in Greenville Township, NY. She went on to earn her Nursing Degree from Orange County Community College graduating in 2005. Anne worked as a Registered Nurse in Tower 5 for O.R.M.C. Horton Campus in Middletown, NY. She was a HAM Radio Operator with a call sign of KB3GGF. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Middletown, NY.
Family statements read: "You are the love of my life! I love you so much. I know that you will let everything be ok. I am your Mini You! I am so glad you suffered no pain and passed while you were doing what you loved. Anne is an amazing person and did whatever she could to help anyone. She is very special and always will be. She was my best friend in the whole world. Cynthia."
"If I could change one thing, it would be that we had more time together in this world. Your love will always be felt. I miss you. I love you Mom."
"Anne is a special lady, a total package. Anne is a wonderful mother, wife, daughter, sister and aunt. Anyone that Anne touched she touched with Love. Anyone in her life will never forget her. I will always love her."
Survivors include husband, Paul V. Barth, Sr. at home; son, Paul V. Barth, Jr. at home; daughter, Cynthia M. Barth at home; father & mother, Vivan & Shirley VanLeuven at home; brothers, Vivan VanLeuven of Otisville, NY and Edward VanLeuven and his wife, Mary of Otisville, NY; sister, Bonnie Henry of Port Jervis, NY; father-in-law & mother-in-law, Lefty & Marie Barth of Port Jervis, NY; brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Michael & Dorothy Barth and their sons, Joseph and Jacob of Matamoras, PA; sister-in-law & brother-in-law, Laura & Glenn Frank & their son, Timothy of Falls, PA. She was predeceased by daughter, Sheryl Anne Barth.
Friends may call at the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, 100 E. Main St., Port Jervis on Thursday, July 31 from 5-9 PM.
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 1 at 11 AM in Gray-Parker Funeral Home with Pastor Ernst A. Mossl officiating.
Burial will be at Rural Valley Cemetery, Cuddebackville, NY.
Memorial Contributions may be made to: Wurtsboro HOG, PO Box 254, Wurtsboro, NY 12790 to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital which is what Anne was helping to raise funds for on Sunday when she passed.
Funeral arrangements are by the Gray-Parker Funeral Home, 845.856.5191. For additional information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, visit ww.grayparkerfuneralhome.com.
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michelle phillips (longwell)
August 9, 2008
Paul and kids,
I can't believe that Anne is still gone. I will always remember what ever memories I had with her but I am at peace now knowing that Barry has a buddy to hang out with in heaven and the two of them are probably givning uncle Doug and Anna Mae a hard time. I know she was welcomed with opened arms by her family that loved her in heaven as well as here.
Paula Gantz Ford
August 7, 2008
To Anne's family my deepest sympathies for your loss. She will truly be missed by all. It was wonderful to have seen her at our 20th high school reunion. She spoke very highly of her two children. Anne, your beautiful smile will be dearly missed.
Joe Macaluso
August 6, 2008
Anne, our prayers are with you and your family. Paul and family we are so so sorry for your loss.
Joe and Glynis Macaluso
Sue Tomaszewski-Harris
August 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Anne was such a wonderful person, so caring and giving she will be missed by all those that she knew.
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Madeline & DA Johnson
August 3, 2008
To Bonnie and Family,
Our hearts reach out to you and your family at this time of saddest. We want you to know that we are here for you as you were during our time of need just a short time ago. Bonnie take care and we are so sorry for your loss. Love, Madeline & DA
Longmont, CO
Krissy Maas-Lombardo
August 2, 2008
A crowd stands on a pier at the twilight of the day, watching as a beautiful sailing ship sails away into the sunset. And they watch as the ship sails off and seems to become ever smaller and smaller until they're not able to see her anymore. Finally, someone says "she is gone." " Gone?", I ask. "Gone where? The ship isn't gone, it STILL exists. SOMEWHERE. Its simply that we are not able to see it just now." And, just about the time someone says, "she's gone," someone on another distant shore is looking seaward and seeing the sun reflecting off the approaching sails says, "There she is. Shes coming. She is here."
Annie, I will forever miss you. I will never say goodbye, only see you later.
Paul, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paulie and Cynthia I will always be here for the both of you. Your mom loved you with all of her heart and soul.
Mom, Dad, Eddie, Mary and Bonnie, my heart goes out to all of you.
wendy norton
August 1, 2008
I'm going to miss you!!Your smile,your laughter,and your up- beat personality.You are definatly one -of -a-kind.God now has a very special person with him now,he will take care of you.All i ask of you is that you keep an eye on all of us keep us safe and healthy.You will be missed by all of us that love you.You may be gone but you will never be forgotten.We will carry you in our hearts forever,and we will all meet again when our time comes.Peace be with you and God bless!! Love and miss you,Wendy and Chelsa Norton
Lisa Pitcher
August 1, 2008
Do not stand at my grave and weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
-written by Mary Frye
I had the pleasure of working with
at Anne at Census 2000, she had an inner light that shined to everyone through her smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family whom she loved dearly. May God Bless her family and friends, she will live on in our hearts.
Jim & Tam Carr
August 1, 2008
Ms Anne, We still can't believe your gone - we had such an awesome time in Vegas and that is one of the many memories that we share and will live on inside. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
David & Mary Ewbank
July 31, 2008
BIKERS PRAYER May the Angels of my brothers and sisters who have gone before me guard my travels, for they know the perils of the road ahead of me.
Keep me safe through the rough city streets on my way to the land of swirling turns and rolling hills.
Let the turning colors of fall keep me warm. Let the Eagle guide me to the mountain tops. Let the moons light guide me through the night.
May my tires not fail me, nor my engine grow old, may my bike draw life from the streams I pass.
Keep my seat soft and my mind sharp. Let the air of spring breathe life into my soul,to journey into another adventure along side my brothers and sisters.
Pual and Family
Anne will be missed by all her fellow bikers. We are sorry for your loss.
helen paffenroth
July 31, 2008
to all of anns family... i worked with anne at census 2000. she was a sweet girl and always spoke of her family. i seen her recently at horton hosp. again i loved seeing her. she gave me a big hug i will never forget. i just cannot believe she is gone. i pray for peace for her family. she was dearly loved and a pleasure to know. i am so sorry.
Stacey Bolster (Smith)
July 31, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about Annes Accident. My heart goes out to her family.
Melissa Barrett Schiefelebin
July 31, 2008
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Anne she was a wonderful person she will be missed by all my thoughts and prayers are with you
Tama Reilly
July 31, 2008
Although I didn't know Anne personally I will never forget her. She has been in my thoughts and prayers since the accident on Sunday. I'm sending her family and friends hugs and prayers and hope time will help to ease their pain.
Kimberli Schofield
July 31, 2008
Anne,
To you and your beautiful family. Thank you for all the joy, happiness and help you have given me. You will be forever in my heart. I only wish I could help. You are all in my heart...
Ashley Wilson
July 31, 2008
I just lost my mother on July 4th in a motorcycle accident as well. When I read the article in the paper about Annes accident it broke my heart. My heart goes out to your family. Your in my thoughts. Stay strong.
Ken Pinkela
July 31, 2008
To Anne and family...I have to echo my classmates, Anne will always be remembered for that beautiful smile. As a small community in Otisville we all knew and grew together. Anne was always a favorite friend to say hello and to see each day at school. when you know someone for a lifetime growing up their sudden loss floods your mind with the memories of that person...to Anne's children...your mom was loved and liked by us all...I will miss seeing her when I come home...every memory I have of Anne is happy and filled with that smile. All my Love to you Anne and your family... Yours very truly, Kenny Pinkela
Edward Entrup
July 31, 2008
Paul & family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences and prayers are with you.
Arthur Alzamora
July 31, 2008
Our prayers and sympathy are with you and your family.
The Sanders' Family
July 31, 2008
Dear Paul, Paulie and Cynthia,
We are truly sadden by the events that led to Anne's passing away. You know how much Anne met to us and how much she will be missed, it was as if Anne was a sister to Kathleen and I, and an Aunt to Garrett and Melyssa. Her lovely face and beautiful smile will always be a part of us, and will be missed around our home. Paul, Paulie and Cynthia, if you need anything, we will always be there for you. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers forever, and Anne will always be our dearest friend, and a person you could always count on for anything. She really loved each and every one of you.
Esteban Morales
July 30, 2008
Dear Barth Family, I was on that road on Sunday. I also ride a motorcycle and was sad to hear of your loss. May GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Dorothy (and Donald) Brown
July 30, 2008
Dear Barth family,
Our hearts ache with sadness for all of you as you greive this tremendous loss. The untimely passing of Anne is indeed sorrowful for all of you and I wish I had the ability to ease your pain. Just know that she was well loved by many. We will think of her in many happy ways, always.
Philip Andryshak
July 30, 2008
Anne, you were my first "crush" in 8th grade. I have been blessed to have you as a friend all these years.
My heart is heavy and I will miss you so much. I love you. To Paul, Paul Jr., Cynthia and family, there are no words that could express my sorrow enough, Anne is loved by many and will never be forgotten.
Kathy Filipowski-DeRose
July 30, 2008
Dear Paul Jr. and Cindy,
Many of us who went to high school with your mom will always remember her wonderful smile and her warm ways. She was a wonderful person and a great friend to all!
I know that when we caught up at our 20th reunion, she spoke so highly of you both! You both were truly the light of her life.
I am truly sorry for your loss!
jon nordling
July 30, 2008
i am saddened by the death of anne and my thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. she is a cool girl...
Sherri Horner-Tironi
July 30, 2008
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the VanLeuven- Barth families. I've known Anne as far back as Otisville Elementary and am greatful to have reconnected with her while planning our 20 year class reunion. There are no words that will make this better ...just always remember her... her life, her beautiful spirit, her smile...all the things you love best about her...they will always be with you, carry them in your heart.
We are all blessed to have known her. She will be sadly missed and always remembered.
Heather Cappa
July 30, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
Mike Ski
July 30, 2008
DEAR BARTH FAMILY,
My heart and thoughts go out to you.
It was always up lifting when she came into the store with her smile.
Anne you can ride and ride with the Angles.
Nancy Peteani
July 30, 2008
Dear Paul & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all on your loss. May the lord ease your pain.
Ed and Sue Lyon
July 30, 2008
Paul, Aunt Shirley and Uncle Vivan, Sue and I were tremendously sad when we heard of the unfortunate accident which claimed Annie's life. She was always a wonderful person and will be missed by all, I am sure.
Diane & Jeanne Trinkaus
July 30, 2008
Dear Paul and Family,
I taught Anne many,many years ago in Otisville. Even as a child she was warm and loving. Please know that you and all the family are in my thoughts and prayers. "Ms.T" , Diane Trinkaus
Nancy Adkins
July 30, 2008
Anne - I love you like a sister and miss you so much. I'm sorry.
Robyn Onofry
July 30, 2008
Dear Paul & Family, My heart goes out to you & your entire family in this time of sorrow. I am so sorry for your loss. With Deepest Sympathy
The Brockett Family
July 30, 2008
We are so deeply sorry for your loss- may the Lord be with you all in this time of sorrow--
JOHN WIEGERT
July 30, 2008
DEAR BARTH FAMILY,
I WORKED WITH ANNE DURING CENSUS 2000. SHE WAS A PRETTY FACE IN THE ROOM BUT SHE ALSO HAD A GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR AND WAS THE SUNSHINE IN THE ROOM.
ANNE, WE HARDLY KNEW YOU. YOU WILL BE MISSED.
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