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Sara Elizabeth Carlisle Barr
1918 - 2017
Sara Elizabeth Carlisle Barr
1918 - 2017
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BORN
1918
DIED
2017
Sara Barr Obituary
She was born May 27, 1918 in Harrisburg, PA the daughter and second child of the late Stephen Decatur Carlisle and Clara Rebecca Duttenhoffer Carlisle.
Prior to her retirement, she worked at American Can Company. She was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Linglestown, PA.
She was preceded in death by eight siblings: Stephen Jr., George, Virginia, William, Robert, Jean, Anna and Esther and by her beloved husband of 59 years, Marlin Woodrow "Barney" Barr in 1997.
Sara was a strong and independent woman whose legacy is a determined strength of purpose and an abiding love for family.
Through her life and her work she created joy and comfort for her children, laughter for her friends, and love beyond measure for her husband.
She was a survivor of the Great Depression and a woman of America's Greatest Generation whose home front WWII work was in support of her husband who sailed with the fleet off the coast of North Africa and all others who served.
Sara is survived by her daughters: Virginia Barr and Marlene Barr, grandson, Greg Seibert and nieces and nephews who revered her as the Matriarch of the family.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at Neill Funeral Home, 3501 Derry St. Harrisburg, PA, with the Reverend Anne Myers and the Reverend Donald Wetzel officiating. The visitation will be from 11 am to noon. The service will commence at noon until 1pm followed by interment at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.
The Barr Family wishes to express our deep gratitude to the caregivers from Homeland Hospice: Patty, Chrissy, Bernice, Hadizza and Sherry who lovingly eased Mother's journey to the waiting arms of God.
Contributions in Mother's honor may be made to Planned Parenthood Keystone, 1514 N. 2nd St. Harrisburg, PA 17102 or to Homeland Hospice, 2300 Vartan Way suite 270 Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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My heart aches for you mom. I love you
Marlene Barr
May 12, 2017
Barry, Diane, Harrison & Reington Walmer
May 3, 2017
Mrs. Barr was such an amazing women. We have such fond memories of her. She was always so kind & loving to everyone she met. We will all miss her strength and smile.
Kathie
May 2, 2017
Marlene and Ginni,
I'm sure your mom was very grateful for the loving care and attention you gave her in the last years of her life. It was truly a labor of love from you both.
I enjoyed talking with your mom. I was impressed with how "tough" she was even though she appeared quite frail. It was always nice when Mama Sue could join the BP Ladies for Girls Night Out.
Blessing on you and your family as you adjust to this loss.
May 2, 2017
Ginny, Marlene, Greg,
Just saw your mom, grandmothers obituary. This time of the year I always looked forward to seeing her at the greenhouse. She will be missed. Such a pleasant lady! Wishing you peace and Gods many blessings as you go on without her.
Barbara Stoltzfus and family
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May 1, 2017
To the Barr family I send my condolences, Sara will be missed by all that knew and loved her.
Hebrews 6:10
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Jan Keim
April 30, 2017
I was Sue's hair stylist for many years. She was such a pleasure to be with. Always had a smile on her face, and a kind word for other clients. She loved her family and was very proud of their successes. We should all be lucky enough to have such a full life. I know your memories will comfort you in the days ahead.
April 30, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
Kristine Stern
April 30, 2017
Blessings to Mama Sue, Marlene, Ginny and Greg. May your memories of Sue's very great life cradle you forever. WithLove,
The Stern's
April 30, 2017
Aunt Sue, you will be sadly missed, but knowing you're in the heavens playing the organ and jamming with all the others who have passed before you is comforting. I enjoyed our visits and listening to your memories of so long ago. Your loving niece Sandy
To my cousins Ginni and Marlene. Your love and commitment to Aunt Sue was so amazing. She was so proud of you. I love you both
April 30, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. I hope that you may be comforted by fond memories and the love of your family and friends. (Jeremiah 29:11)
BETTY SMITH
April 30, 2017
my heart goes out to all of you,my mother BETTYCARLISLE LOPER,was of course raised with sue and her famiy,cousin sue invited me to her home after my mothers services,and showed pictures,it was a very nice visit,she was a very strong woman ,as the rest of the Carlisle woman were,in my mothers last yrs. she was reunited with Ann and Jean,living in the same building,now they will all be together in arms of Jesus.we still have plenty Carlisle blood to carry on,and we will.GOD BLESS YOU ALL, BETTY JANE LOPER SMITH.
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