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Barbara Broz Obituary

BARBARA BROZ
August 20, 1934 ~ December 19, 2011
San Jose - Barbara Broz, 77, passed away December 19. 2011. She received her gift of life, a kidney, from a 24 year old San Diego man October 16, 1988. The kidney was still working fine.
After 100 days in rehab plus 16 days CCU at O'Connor, a virus and heart concerns overcame Barbara the fighter. Her devoted husband, Frank, was at her bedside at the end.
Barbara had instituted a prior Willed Body Agreement with UCSF that has Barbara supporting transplant science.
There will be a memorial gathering for Barbara on January 14, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at Central Christian Church, 2555 Meridian Ave., San Jose, CA 408-264-7643
The church program celebrates Barbara in photos and testimony followed by light food and refreshments.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Monterey Herald on Dec. 31, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Broz

Sponsored by Frank Broz, Husband.

21 Entries

Mom, we three miss you so much! Sometimes I feel like my heart will burn out of my chest with your absence. You'd be so proud of Dad. He's amazing!

Debra VanDornick-Caires

December 18, 2014

50th Anniversary

Barbara's Bunko Gals Play cards

December 17, 2014

Dinner Maui 2004

Frank Broz

December 17, 2014

Debra Caires

June 10, 2014

Mom, we still miss you so much. Fathers' Day is just around the corner and, honestly, I'm going to miss spoiling Dad with you. So many memories made in the front rose garden of cold beer, fried chicken, and laughter. I miss you! Love, YSWMAD

Letter type 2013 Christmas card

Frank Broz

December 12, 2013

Well, Barbara coming up on the second anniversary of your parting. Debra, Bob Irwin and I went to Pearl Harbor for Bob's 7 December 2013 Pearl Harbor Survivor ceremonies last week for three days. It was Debra's first time in Hawaii. She was overwelmed. Gave Debbie your rare tiny puka shell neckless and she cried. We all love and miss you. Frank Broz, husband

Talbut wine is good anytime!

December 18, 2012

Hello Sweetheart. On Wednesday, 19 December 2012 you will have been gone one year to date. The love your many friends and I have for you is as strong as ever.
As a know all-see all angel you have guided my hand in all things legal. We run a tight ship, you and I. These are all billable hours. Love, Your Husband

Barbara & Bart Costerus

April 3, 2012

We wish we had had more years to get to know Barbara at the local chapter of Transplant Recipients International Organization but, unfortunately, her declining health began to keep her from our meetings not long after we became members. But we soon learned how much influence she had in maintaining a strong organization. We have benefitted greatly from its support, education and friendship,and for that we are deeply grateful to Barbara. That is her legacy to all transplant recipients and their families.

Monet Thomson

March 31, 2012

Dear Frank,
I have happy memories of stamping TRIO newsletters with Barbara at your kitchen table and of lunching with you and Barbara in Willow Glen. Barbara was uncommonly smart and fun to be with (and so are you). I admired the bond you shared for more than 50 years, and wish you comfort as you move forward. Memories are forever!

March 9, 2012

I knew Barbara as a kind and gentle person. Frank was luch to have her as his wife for 52 years.
With Loving memory,
Pat Thompson

Adrienne Cobbs

February 2, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. I know how much you loved her. She sounds like a wonderful woman. I wish I could have gotten to know her better. May God hold you in His loving arms and give you peace! Hugs to you and all your family!

Betty Fugazi

February 2, 2012

I am so sorry for you and your family's loss of your sweet wife/mother/friend. She did many good deeds while she was here and will not be forgotten.

Kathleen Reding

January 8, 2012

Dearest Uncle Frank,

I'm so sorry about the loss of your life long partner Barbara. She was a great lady and has touched the lives of many so her memory will always live on. This past Christmas my mom pointed out the SJ Sharks ornament she gave to me one Christmas close to 20 years ago, this ornament will always have a special place in my heart and on my tree.

I don't know when I first met you and Barabara but I'm sure I was very young so I've had the pleasure of growing up with her in my life.

She will be missed a lot. Please let me know if you need anything and when you are ready I've got some of Vernon's beer waiting for you.

Love Always,

Kathleen Reding

Barbara and Alice - like sisters 42 years of friendship.

Frank Broz

January 7, 2012

Near Mammas Fish House, Maui

Frank Broz

January 7, 2012

As Barbara's husband I truly appreciate the entries on her behalf. You all are special friends whose kindness and love for Barbara shows through. Thank you.

January 4, 2012

I first met Barbara at Vasona Skilled nursing Home,as her roomie in August, 2011. We quickly became special fiends, living side by side 24/7 for 34 days. We often could not sleep at nite so I would go to the kitchen and get us strawberry or chocolate ice cream. It was over these spoonfuls of ice cream, eaten in the dark, that we shared so much of ourselves with each other. You will never know what comes up in discussion, in a situation as we were in. I loved this couragous woman and her beloved Frank. I don't think I have ever known such an unconditional love as the love Barbara and Frank shared. My heartfelt sympathies go to Frank as he struggles during this sad time and forever. And to Barbara......Sleep now, my precious friend Barbara, you suffer no more.

Paulette Casey

Tekla Broz

January 2, 2012

I first met Aunt Barbara when I was a child, seeing and enjoying her love and humor at family gatherings. She and my Uncle Frank were always cheerful and kind to me and my children down through the years. I admired her courage in facing a transplant and her unfailing good will and support to others. My heart is with Uncle Frank in this dark time of losing her. She will be sorely missed.

45th Anniversary Church foto

Barbara/Frank Broz

January 2, 2012

Dennis & Flo Sandusky

January 2, 2012

We have known Barbara since meeting her in the early 7o's when serving in the Naval Reserve with her husband Frank. We have many good memories and she will be missed.

Bess and Lee Rhyne

January 1, 2012

We have known Barbara since 1948 when we were friends at church and High School in San Luis Obispo. We have 63 years of "Barbara Memories" that included many good times of fun and laughter. Especially remembered were the daily walks to school with Barbara, Cookie, Joyce and Dorothy. She was a good friend and will be missed.

Jan Hendrickson

January 1, 2012

I was a student at San Jose High School in 1960/61. I worked extensively. In the office with Barbara and never forgot her professional training she gave me and her friendship at that time. My thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.

Robert Jones

December 31, 2011

When I was hired as a probation officer, in 1979, after working for six years at the Ranch, Barbara was one of the few that was willing to help me gain the knowledge needed to succeed. She was a true mentor, and I will always remember her with fondness and great respect.

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