Barbara A. Idell

Barbara A. Idell obituary, Glenolden, PA

Barbara A. Idell

Barbara Idell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd. on Jan. 7, 2026.
Barbara A. Idell, 70, of Glenolden, PA passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026.

Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert and Caryl (Schlater) Idell and beloved sister of the late Alice Idell.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved her summers in Sea Isle City, New Jersey. In recent years she especially enjoyed time with her great nieces and nephews celebrating birthdays, holidays and the occasional game night (Monopoly and card games were always a favorite), along with her favorite maltese, little Bear with who she had a very special bond.

Beloved sister of Linda Sannelli, Sandra Scanlan and Patricia Healy (Ed); Cherished Aunt of many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews; Dear friend of Harriet and Debbie.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing Monday, January 12, 2026 9:30am St. Francis Church, 136 Saxer Ave. Springfield, PA 19064 and to her Funeral Mass 10:30am in the Church. Int. SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery.

Contributions to Emphysema Foundation of America.

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