Barbara J. Mitchell

Barbara J. Mitchell obituary, Rochester, NY

Barbara J. Mitchell

Barbara Mitchell Obituary

Visit the Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services - Rochester website to view the full obituary.

Passed away November 7, 2025 at age 82. She is predeceased by her husband Richard and parents Harry & Gladys Bain. She is survived by her son Robert LaForce Jr. ; grandchildren Dylan (Chloe) LaForce, Dawson LaForce; great grandchildren Dylan LaForce Jr. ; and Clementine Rose LaForce; brother Bud (Lisa) Bain; nephews Michael and Danny Bain and life long best friend Caroline Rolfe.

One of Barb’s purposes in life was caring for others as only she could in her loving way.

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

Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services - Rochester

777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14612

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