Barbara I. Reph

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara I. Reph, a beloved wife, mother, and grammy, who departed this life on November 8, 2025, at the age of 84. She was the wife to Gerald E. Reph, Sr. She was born on May 10, 1941, in Allentown, PA to the late John H. and May (Rohrbach) Frey.

Barbara worked part-time jobs through much of her life, but her main devotion was being a loving wife and mother. She loved to visit and help care for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It would always bring a smile to her face. To show her support, Barbara made sure to never miss a show or sporting event that they were taking part in. Aside from her family, Barbara loved bird watching from her windows. She had quite the collection of angels and bird sweaters. Singing songs, dancing to Elvis, and drinking cherry Pepsi. She loved the Lord and attending church. She would never miss an episode of jeopardy or wheel of fortune. She will be remembered by many, as she has touched so many lives

Barbara will be deeply missed by her loving husband, Gerald Reph, and her devoted children, Melia McIlhaney (Glenn), of Bath, Stacey Reph, of Bath, Michele Keet (Scott), of Bath, Alicia Hower (Thomas), of Bath; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Barbara was predeceased by her son Gerald E. Reph, Jr. and her six siblings. Her unwavering love and nurturing spirit touched everyone who knew her, and her memory will live on in their hearts.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 beginning at 10:00am in the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2165 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. A funeral service will follow at the same location at 11:00 am, allowing those who loved her to gather and celebrate her remarkable life. Interment will follow immediately at Fairview Cemetery - Moorestown, where she will be laid to rest.We invite all who knew and loved Barbara to join us in honoring her life and legacy. In this time of sorrow, let us come together to remember the joy she brought to our lives and the love she shared so freely.

In lieu of flowers, contribution may be made in Barbara's memory to Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath, PA 18014.