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Barbara Bateman Obituary
Along with her husband, she is survived by a son Michael; daughter Jessica Gonzalez (Carlos); two grandchildren Oliver and Seba Gonzalez; sister Doreen Kleinworth (Jack). Her family & numerous dogs were her life's passion.
A Celebration of her Life officiated by Rev. Dr. Becky J. Beckwith will be held at 10:00 am on Monday August 28, 2023 in the Gilbert Funeral Home 444 Pershing Blvd. Whitehall, PA 18052, where her family will be receiving guests beginning at 9:00 am. Memorial contributions in Barbara's name may be made to an animal rescue organization of your choice. Thank you.
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Dennis Wilbur Harris
August 23, 2023
Barbara and I were neighbors in the Lehigh Parkway when we were kids. She was my first real friend. My sympathies to her family. Torunn Kvamme Dottery
Jane fabian
August 20, 2023
I was a neighbor and friend of the Anthony´s years ago and both the girls babysat for me and my husband. So sorry to see that Barbara passed away. She was a special person.
Linette (Nuben) Doll
August 20, 2023
Dear Ned and family~
My sincere condolences on the loss of your wife. May she rest in peace.
Catherine Souilliard Bleiler
August 20, 2023
I have so many memories with Barb, especially during junior high days at South Mountain. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Ellen J Sherer
August 19, 2023
Ned and family,
I was so shocked to see this obit on line. May the good Lord be with all of you during this trying time.
Rosanne Hacker DeLong
August 18, 2023
Dear Ned
So sorry to see this news. My thoughts are with you. May you find some comfort in your years shared together. May she RIP
JoAnn Ciccone Strauss
August 18, 2023
Remembering all the wonderful times we both had in high school. So sorry for your loss. She was a great girl.
Linda Kvamme Cirocco
August 17, 2023
My sincere condolences for the loss of your wife, mom, grandmother, and sister. I grew up across the street from Barb and Doreen and watched them grow into beautiful women. It´s a tragic loss to lose Barbara. I am so sorry.
Pat ( McClure)
August 17, 2023
So sad. Condolences to Ned and family. R I p Barb
Bonnie Trump
August 17, 2023
So very sad to hear of Barb's passing. I worked with her for a lot of years at Northampton Library and she was a true joy to work with and she had a wonderful spirit. I was truly blessed to have known her. My heart goes out to her family.
Debbie Krauss
August 17, 2023
Dear Ned and Family,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Barb. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff & Debbie Krauss
Diane Thomas
August 16, 2023
Dear Ned,
You and your family are truly in my thoughts and prayers ..and Barb´s Loving Spirit..
Love and many, many prayers..Diane Holubowsky Thomas
Sue Zheltonoga Molchany
August 16, 2023
so sorry to hear about Barb, sending prayers to the family may she rest in peace
Britt Helen Kvamme Harris
August 16, 2023
I knew Barb as a sweet child playing with my younger sisters in the Lehigh Parkway. It's hard to believe she is gone. My condolences to her family and her sister, Doreen.
Jill Moffitt
August 16, 2023
Dear Ned, so sorry to hear of this and you know you have my sympathy! Thinking of you, Jill Moffitt Heil
Monica Fedorak
August 15, 2023
Shocked by this sad news. Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Hugs, Monica
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