Barbara M. Shader

Barbara M. Shader, 91 of Bath, NY has gone home to be with her family on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, She was born on May 9, 1932 to Sophie (Oleneacz) and Julian Ostrowski in Jersey City, NJ. She graduated from Prattsburgh Central School and business school of Elmira. She was married to Robert L. Shader in 1950 and celebrated 50 years before his death. She worked at Westinghouse and then Great Western Winery in the printing department. She loved her job and the people she worked with and had so many memories she shared with us. She recalled being asked to go to a conference in Atlanta to speak and took great pride in that.
Barb is survived by her daughter; Roxanne (Milton) von Hagn, Daughter-in-law, Kimberlee (Coby Kirk) Shader, Son-in-law, Donald Gleason, grandchildren; Todd (Sheri) von Hagn, Andrea (Lynda) von Witt, Erica (William Chilson) Gleason, Chad (Nikki Rogers) Gleason, Rachel (Jonathon Higger) Shader, Kayla (Ryan McFadden) Shader and Mitchell Shader. Great Grandchildren; Ashley (David) Mitchell, Brenna (Chris Sexsmith) Norton, Will and Grace Chilson, Kayden and Dylon Rogers and Emerson and Jackson von Witt, Sister-in-law, Phyllis Ostrowski and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
She is predeceased by; her husband, Robert L. Shader, her son, Robert G. Shader, her daughter, Deborah A. Shader, and daughter, Christine E. Gleason, parents and brothers Donald and Richard Ostrowski. Losing her family was the hardest thing she had to go through. She was a such a strong woman that loved so deeply till her heart could not take anymore. The reunion they must be having, as they welcome her home, is giving us peace.
Mom had the best way of welcoming our families and friends into our family home and cooking the best Polish food.
She could put together the unforgettable parties and make all feel welcome and loved. Her loving spirit attracted people to her and she had many "adopted" kids in the neighborhood. Wheeler was a wonderful place to grow up and to have our many celebrations.
Her last year was living at Steuben Centers where she made many friends and was loved by so many. Her smile would light up a room and make you feel loved. She will be deeply missed by not just her family, but her extended family and friends. May her love live on in all of us and may we extend that love to generations to come.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Steuben Centers, Resident's Fund. Residents can use that money to get their hair done. Barb always liked her hair looking nice, and she'd want the same for those still living there.
Calling Hours:
Friday, April 12th from 6-8pm
Fagan's Inc. Funeral Home
31 W Morris St, Bath, NY 14810
Service:
Saturday, April 13th at 11am
St. Mary's
32 E Morris St., Bath, NY 14810
Reception to follow the service at the Bath Country Club 12:00-3:00 pm.