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1936

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Barbara McIlvaine Obituary

Barbara M. McIlvaine, age 83 of Fort Myers, FL., and Willoughby, OH., died Friday February 28, 2020 at home. She was born September 23, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA. Mrs. McIlvaine worked as a librarian for the Free Library of Philadelphia prior to raising her 3 children. Barbara enjoyed her grandchildren, reading, volunteering for her children’s school and sports activities, supporting local politics and causes, and keeping in touch with her neighbors and many friends from The Baldwin School and Dickinson College. Survivors include her children: Joan M. (John) Schenkel Jr, of Moreland Hills, OH., William (Evelyn) McIlvaine of Drexel Hill, PA., and Andrew (Barbara Holmes) McIlvaine, of La Pine, OR., grandchildren: Isabelle and Virginia Schenkel, Roy, Jaxon and Hawken McIlvaine. Preceding Barbara in death are her husband of 51 years: John H. McIlvaine Jr, parents; Dr. Roy and Isabelle Mohler. A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Ardmore Library, 108 Ardmore Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003. Arrangements entrusted to Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060. Offer condolences at www.brunners.com.

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Published by Main Line Media News from Mar. 3 to Mar. 8, 2020.

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Patricia Appleton

March 26, 2020

Barbara was always a special lady to my husband Gerry and me. We became friends in the 1960s in Winter Park when my dear cousin Johnny and his wife Barbara moved to Winter Park. Johnny, Gerry and I all attended Rollins College together. Johnny and Barbara were more than friends; they were family. Fortunately for us, she had a strong sense of family. As we became friends, I came to appreciate her generosity and wit. She took time out her busy week, working at the Orlando Library, to take our beloved grandmother grocery shopping and helping her with errands. I knew as well that she would be there for us if needed. Later when found ourselves living only an hour away with our living in Delaware and Johnny and Barbara in the Philadelphia area, we frequently spent holidays together. She was a warm and gracious hostess, who eschewed all forms of pretension . Most of all, we remember Barbara as a strong woman who did not countenance fools. We will miss her.

Liz Grout

March 8, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Barbara on the Mothers' Committee at the Philadelphia Skating Club as well as skating together in the mornings. God bless you during this sad time.

March 4, 2020

My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God. ( Romans 15:13)

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