Barbara Anne Bouffard

For as long as Iv known aunt Barb Iv always known her to be fun, loving, caring, compassionate and always out going! Her love for her family was endless, she would do anything and everything she possibly could to see her family smile or to know they're alright. Not a day will go by where I won't remember her beautiful smile because she always had one on! I'm glad I get to remember her this way. She was someone you could go to for advice without judgement and for some laughter. No matter what she would keep the peace. She wasn't just someone who would sit there.. aunt Barb was always a go getter. Anything you wanted to do she was right beside you. Fishing is another great memory that I have with her. Let's dig those fingers deep into the dirt and go searching for those worms! For as long as I can remember I was only ever aware of the positive things with Aunt Barb until cancer hit. I'm forever grateful of these wonderful memories and I will always treasure them. May she Rest In Peace and keep smiling down on all of us with Shannon up in heaven! From now on when I go fishing or do something spontaneous I will keep Aunt Barb with me and live life to the fullest, that is the best thing she could have taught me to do! Love you and miss you so much, may we meet again! Xoxo
-Karlee Lawrence

Barb, I had not spoken to you in years and when I saw your name on facebook and we became friends again, it was as if you still lived a mile down the road. Even after all that time we still had a laugh over memories we shared. I so wanted to see you when you came to northern Ontario and I tried so hard to get time off work but I couldn't. I wish now I had just called in sick and gone. We never think that there might not be a next time, we all assume we can do something later. I hope you are with Shannon and your mom and dad and grandma Pearl, and that you are watching over your family that is missing you so much. Keep sending little signs for them. All the pretty butterflies and hummingbirds are all like kisses right to their hearts.

Barba, my dear friend, you be will always be in my heart, we spent a lot of time at your house, we had loads of fun running around. I miss you.

Hey you! What can I say you are going to be missed by so many, your brother is beside himself he misses you so very much. Who's going to make me lasagna now? I'm so sorry this happened to you it was such a quicK run. I'm hoping you and Shannon are together again and just having a blast, I'll keep an eye on Shawn for you. Love you Barb!

Ok,woke up this morning,walked into the living room,and there was a canadian cookbook,that I had bought for Barb a couple of years ago lying on the floor in front of the book shelf...my sister,Bev said that after wee all went to bed,she saw a shadow pass by her door,near that bookshelf last nite......we had asked for a sign,that Barb was ok.....I believe we got one last nite.....Thank you Barb

When I met Barb I knew but we were going to hit it off. I loved her laugh I loved her sense of humor everything about her. She was always there if we needed a helping hand never expected anything in return although I tried. Her and Gary actually help me out a lot. You will truly be missed I've tried many times everyday in shock that you're gone. Feeling when you were at your worst you would always ask how my sister was doing and tell me that you were praying for her as I always prayed for you too. Just know that you will be missed and now that you are with Shannon I'm sure you guys are having a blast and don't forget to play some jokes on Gary. Yes it's going to be rough for Gary especially you guys were two peas in a pod Bonnie and Clyde and so on but he will be surrounded by people who care for him and will help him through this. As for Dixie I will visit her as often as possible. Rest in peace Barbara you will truly be missed.

Barb I can't begin to list all your great qualities since there wouldn't be enough space. I have never met such a kind hearted soul willing to give all of herself to anyone in need even if it meant doing without . I know you're shining down on us and you're now with Shannon , Mom and Dad. Looking through all your pictures the last few days has brought back so many memories and made us miss you even more , if possible. You had such a great sense of humour that was infectious and had everyone around laughing with you. You may not be physically with us but you will NEVER be forgotten. Miss you and love you with all my heart ❤

Will miss you so much Barb,we've been going through a lot of pictures and a lot of memories from the last 64 years, lots of tears and lots of smiles. You touched the hearts of so many people with your warmth, your sense of humor and never ending commentary (sometimes quite colorful). Lyndon wanted to be here but circumstances didn't allow it. So happy we were able to come down and spend last June with you. I'm going to stay down here for a bit and give Gary a hand with things. I'm lucky to have lots of support and help at home to allow me to stay. Was sitting out in the backyard yesterday and a little hummingbird came and hovered directly in front of me for a minute or two and my first thought was you were dropping by to let me know you were okay and with Shannon. As much as I would have loved to have you stay with us for a while longer, it would have been selfish because I knew you were suffering. So kiddo, till we meet again, I love you and miss you so much - Bev Lawrence, Sister, Crystal Falls, Ontario Canada, January 24,2018

Sending love and hugs from Canada. Barb was such a fun, kind and happy person. She will be shining down on all that loved her. Thinking of you all in California.

Barb...Bev and Candy are here. It helps alot. We went and saw you for the last time yesterday,you looked very peaceful. I think of you all the time,a song,a sound,a flower,a place we have been..every thing reminds me of you.We have all sat around remembering the funny memories and special times we shared ...we have laughed and cried...you were such a special person...a great sister,a great friend...who just enjoyed life...Please don't worry about me Barb...I will make it thru this..I have alot of support....my heart hurts and I really miss you....I wish i could give you a Gibb slap,or spray you with the window washer,when you get in the car lol....I will see you again some day

I just want to say thank you so much for being the best grandma anyone could ask for. I know we had some bumps in the road a while back but we always got back to good terms almost as soon as it happened. You're always here for me when I needed to run around or even needed help with schooling; you were even here if I just needed to talk. Thank you for always making sure I was okay and making me laugh every day we were together. You're one of my best friends, I grew up with you almost my whole life. I still laugh every time I pass a Hooters because I really thought you were choking when you were just yelling H-H-HOOTERS I already miss you so much and I don't know what I'll do without you in my life anymore. I can't believe how fast this all happened. I love you so much, grandma ♡ thank you for fighting for as long as you did and being one of the strongest women I know.

I first met Barb when I was a little girl and played with Shannon on Autum Drive. Who knew a few years later that we would be become family. She was there when I gave birth to both her grandchildren Alyssa and Jacob. I just can't believe your gone. You were always there to help, whether it be there to cheering Jacob at a baseball game or just needing a ride. We will cherish the times we had and talk about all the fun stuff you did with us. You were like a 2nd mom to me and you will definitely be missed. Thanks for everything you did! I know you'll be looking down on us. Watching over your grand babies. You were taken too soon. We love you

Barb became family the first time we met, she was there when Guy was born, and there for so many significant times in my life. We did so many things together, I remember holidays together, the card games that lasted all night, the trip to Canada when the kids were small, and so much more, we shared so much of our lives all those years ago. It never mattered how long it had been since we had seen or talked to each other, it always felt like it was only yesterday, we just had more to catch up on. My heart goes out to all Barb's family and friends, she is dearly missed, but she will always be in my heart and remembered with love

being her goofy self

For those of you who may not know it..Barbs nickname was Miss Daisy. If you notice the picture on this page is a daisy...we did not ask for this,we didn't mention anything about daisys to the funeral home,we didn't post that pic ,it just came up....Thank you Barb... I think she was sending us a sign.

So sorry for your loss Sean an Gary she will always be in our hearts.
She is with Shannon now ,she missed her so much.

My heart goes out to the Bouffard family and Barb's friends and family. May you find peace and healing and keep her love in your memories.

Barb,you were the best sister I could have ever had. I will miss our road trips,fishing with you,Valley View,and our picking and nagging at each other. I know I never told you but ,I loved you dearly...you were my best friend. People always teased us that we were like an old married couple,but you and i were more than that..we were together a lifetime...two peas in a pod. These last couple years that you lived with me,I will cherish forever...you always said i was your rock,but I think it was the other way around. I will take care of Dixie for you. I know Shannon will take care of you...you two are reunited again... I better see some humming birds at my window,to say hi....I loved you sooo much,and will miss you more than I could ever say. I hope we did right by you...good by sister...I will see you again some day