Barbara Ann Connell

Barbara Rigby was born in Fall River, Ma. She was a student at Sacred Heart Academy. She had several sisters snd brothers (d). She married Raymond Connell (d) and had one daughter Lisa Marie and a son Leonard both born in Connecticut. When her children were young the family relocated to California. There they were able to reconnect with many family members in Riverside, Orange and Long Beach as well as a large family in the United Kingdom. Barbara continued her education. That was the most important part of her life. She also loved painting and exploring Art museums. Daughter Lisa worked for the Department of Defense then as a Nurse manager for over 30 years. Her son worked in finance. Barbara is also survived by four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She died peacefully in Henderson, NV In lieu of cards, flowers or gifts, Barbara's favorite charity was Alzheimer's Research.