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Barbara Griffith Obituary
Barbara Griffith, 70, of Walnutport, surrounded by her family, passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2012 in her home in Allentown. Born in Brooklyn NY, a daughter of the late Louis Emile and the late Frances Rose (Stabile) Schnell. Barbara married Walter Griffith May 16, 2006. She was a member of Cathedral Church of St. Catharine of Siena in Allentown since 1968. She volunteered and was employed as an LPN and devoted nurse at Gracedale Nursing Home for four yrs. She touched the lives of many residents and staff when she was an LPN at Cedarbrook Nursing Home in Allentown for 20 yrs. She was an extremely devoted mother, grandmother, wife, sister, and aunt. Survivors: Son, Timothy Kearney and wife Michelle Kearney D.O. of Coopersburg and their daughter Bridget; daughter, Jennifer Horn wife of Thomas of Emmaus and their children: April, Brittany, Michael and Aiden; daughter, Barbara Kearney of Allentown and daughter Danielle Beecher. Predeceased by her son Terrance in 1966 and he will meet her in heaven. Husband, Walter Griffith of Walnutport; step son, Christopher Griffith of Pleasant Garden, NC.; brother, Gerard Schnell and wife Jeanine of North Providence RI and children Becky, Kristen and Sarah; brother, Louis Schnell of Newton NJ. Her religious life and devotion to family guided her through this life and will live in the hearts of those who loved her. Services: Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Saturday, October 27 in the Cathedral Church of St. Catharine of Siena, 18th & Turner Sts. Allentown. Call 5-7 p.m. Friday and 9-10:45 a.m. Saturday in Robert C. Weir Funeral Home, 18th & Turner Sts., Allentown followed by interment in St. Anns Calvary Cemetery, Emmaus PA. We will look forward to be reunited with her again someday. She will be greatly missed. Contributions: Salesian Missions c/o Robert C Weir Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Griffith
Son
October 19, 2024
Miss ya mom. Thinking about ya here in Boston where one of your granddaughters is going to school, following in your medical career example. I continue to work with students... in Valley Forge and on school board and still volunteering..something I know you appreciated. It was nice 'seeing you' today here.
Carrie Beers-Schwenk
November 1, 2012
I met your son while volunteering at Cleveland elementary school. You raised a good kid (ha) . No really ! You were his best friend. God bless your family. You will be missed. I know I didn't know you personally, but knowing your son, I can tell that you were a great lady, a beautiful soul.
June and Peter Leary
October 30, 2012
Dear Gerry and Family,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your sister, Barbara. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
tim kearney
October 29, 2012
on behalf of family, we just want to thank all friends, family for all your kind thoughts, words, flowers, cards, donations, support. our common thread for this was a wonderful person. i'm biased of course. ha. 4am and i'm awake. strong storm approaching outside but just whisper of a wind on my inside. mom wasn't perfect, but she loved. loved to live life (nature, adventures), loved god and his mother mary, loved her job (it was a life long calling), loved her family. i already miss clipping news articles for you mom! i accidently went to introduce people to you at your funeral. jeez. i'll have an angel in the outfield when i play softball again. you taught me how to throw a ball in the basement. as a teacher now, i must say you were my first and best teacher. we'll all try to take your best qualities, live them in our lives, so that your impact will live on through us. you will continue to touch lives through the way we live ours. we owe it all to you mom (as you made us practice saying! ha)
Monica Hodges
October 28, 2012
Barb, Danielle and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. May the warm memories of your mom surround you and comfort you, and may the love you shared sustain you and carry you through this sad time. She was a beautiful angel here on earth and now she will shine brightly in Heaven. Take care. With love, Monica
Bobbie your "little precious"...a term a came home and said when i was little
October 28, 2012
your earthly light here on earth has gone out but your eteranal light shines on forever in our hearts and the hearts of those who love you and will always light up Heaven eternally, Ma! Your flame will never die! I love you!
October 27, 2012
Cousin Walter and the rest God to comfort you in this time. Walter-Barbara is with the Lord Jesus and injoying Heaven.
Sincerely Your Wasilla, Alaska Cousin
October 26, 2012
a big hug to you danialle.so sorry for your loss.love,karen (lukes mom)
Joan Boerner
October 26, 2012
Dear Barb,
So sorry for your extreme loss. I always loved your Mom, she was such a great nurse and wonderful person. You are alot like her. Take Care Love, Joan Boerner
Sue Stacy Walker
October 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer, Aunt Barb, Kristen and myself <3
Sarah Schnell
October 26, 2012
Auntie, I miss you so much... I miss our memories from our childhood. I wish I could have seen you again now ... I wish I could have been there with you through all of this. Words can't describe my sadness. Please stay close to the Schnell family and be our guardian angel. We will see you again someday ... Love you with all my heart <3
Barb Kearney
October 26, 2012
to my best friend and gossip partner...i am so lost without you. i miss calling you 5 times a day to say.."oh yeah, i forgot to tell you...". For 18 out of 20 years you were a second parent helping me raise danielle and now you really trust me to fly solo with the job!?! My heart aches for you ma but this past week i watched how much faith you had and how strong it was and you never once asked, "why me?" never a thought for yourself. when you were diagnosed your first words to me were, " I am sorry i have to put YOU through this"! I wish I were a fraction of the person you were...i admire you...i miss you...i love you...now and always and forever. love your "little precious daughter" Bobbie (Barb)
Lisa and Duck Burchfield
October 26, 2012
Barb, Danielle, Jen, Tom, Mike, Aidan, Tim, Michelle and families.... You have my deepest sympathies...I haven't seen your momma/grandma for a long time, but I remember how beautiful she was! I will be praying for all of you as you go through the next few days of celebrating her life and all that she accomplished. I pray for peace and comfort for all of you! Love you guys!
Cynthia Balevre (Glick)
October 26, 2012
Barb, Jen, Tim, and Danielle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a beautiful person from the inside out, and I know she is among other angels. She will always be with you in your hearts. You were all so lucky to have been blessed to have such an incredibly wonderful mother. I am praying for strength and guidance for each of you, and I know that your mom is right by your sides. We wish you the best, and we send you our deepest sympathies. God bless. Love, Cindy (Glick) Balevre and family
Sylvia Pituch
October 26, 2012
God of life
those whom we love die
but our relationship with them continues.
Lead me to be thankful for all that they have shown me about
loving deeply,
living wisely,
and knowing You.
Help me to notice those moments of my life when I act, think or believe because of something that they brought to birth in me.
Remind me to pray for them and to ask for their assistance in my need.
Even though I miss them badly,
allow me to understand we still belong together and will one day embrace again in your kingdom
Amen
To all of Barbara's loves ~
Our thoughts and prayers continue for each of you as you travel this next part of the journey.
with much love ~
Sylvia
Erin Kearney
October 26, 2012
All my love to all of my cousins & extended family over in the Allentown area. The Kearneys on this side of the state have been sending many prayers & love to all of you.
suzanne williams
October 25, 2012
Barb, Danielle and family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. She may not be with you physically but she is still in your hearts and minds and behaviors and always shall be. You can still talk to her everyday and believe me she will hear you.
Trish Kane
October 25, 2012
Dear Barb and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure your MOM was always a source of strength to you, now she is an angel watching over you! She was one special LADY, and will be missed. I can still see her smiling face, she was a great nurse and Cedarbook was fortunate to have had her taking care of the residents fir those 20 years.
Jane
October 25, 2012
Jen, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm here for you if you need anything.
Suzette Stravino
October 25, 2012
Dear Barb and all family members of Barb (mother), Words can not express how very sorry I feel, about the the recent illness, & passing of Barb. When I started working at Cedarbrook about 15 or 16 years ago, on the 3 to 11 shift, I worked with Barb, who took me under her wing. She really taught me a lot on that shift, & I loved her. She truly was a saint, & thought the world of her children, & grandchildren. She truly is in a better place right now, but you all will reunite with her someday in heaven. God bless you, and my thoughts and prayers are with you as well. With sincere sympathy, Suzette
Peggy Nye
October 25, 2012
Barb and family; My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I worked with your mom at Cedarbrook, what compassion and wisdom, which she always shared with others. There is an angel in heaven, watching over you.
Tracy Breisch
October 25, 2012
Tim,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. Our family will be thinking about you and send prayers our way. Tracy Breisch
Cynthia Thomas
October 25, 2012
Dear, Barb. just want to let you i am here for you with a hearing ear when you need to talk, yell, scream , about anything, or everything the loss of your mommy will bring in days or weeks to come i am here anytime,any place that is a promise. Proverbs 17:17
Marie Mayernik
October 25, 2012
Tim,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your Mom is at peace now and she is looking down with pride in her family.
Marie Mayernik
April Horn
October 25, 2012
Strongest person I ever knew with the most caring heart. You were more than a grandmother, my second mother, with the best memories shared with you for 24 years of my life. You saved my life when I was at rock bottom and living with you for the past 2 years will be in my memories forever. I love you and miss you so much, rest in peace you are now in a better place with no more suffering.
Love you always
Danielle Beecher
October 25, 2012
You were the greatest grandmother in the world. You will always be held close to my heart and I will love you forever. The many memories I have of you will never be forgotten. You weren't just my grandma, but also my second mother.
To the rest of my family, I wish you all strength during this time of sadness. I love you all so much and I am thankful that we are all so close that we can be together to remember her during this sad time.
Jane Morrow
October 25, 2012
Dear Timmy & family,
Thinking of you all with great love and affection. Many hugs & kisses from across the miles.
Jane
October 25, 2012
To my step-brother and sisters, I am devastated personally and for your families. Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that I love and pray for you all. For my pop, there are no words that can comfort you in your hour of grief. Just know that I love you, and will be there for you...
Love Chris and Teri Griffith
October 25, 2012
Dear Gerry , We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your sister Barbara. Please know that you and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Peace and love,
Pat and Joe Connelly
Michael Hartranft
October 25, 2012
Tim, Barb and Jennifer. I am so sorry for you loss, your mom was a wonderful person and that shows in all of you, I will never forget that she came to see me graduate from boot camp and the Trip to Myrtle beach..I will pray for you family everyday and I will always remember as my second mom. May she rest in peace and know that heaven is a better place with her in it..God bless
October 25, 2012
Tim I'm very sorry for your loss,you and your family take care.Dish,Donna,and Susie
Marietta Fried
October 25, 2012
She was such a wonderful person;warm, kind, friendly.I always enjoyed working with her at Cedarbrook and talking to her.It is with horrible sadness, seeing the loss of one of the nicest people I ever met.
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