Ella Louise Barr

Ella Louise Barr obituary, Newark, NJ

Ella Louise Barr

Ella Barr Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Perry Funeral Home - Newark on Jan. 17, 2026.
Ella Louise Barr, was born on May 22, 1956 in Glen Ridge, NJ to the late Mable Martha Anne and Arthur William Barr. She was the fourth child out of five. She was the heart of her family, known for her boundless generosity, infectious laughter, and unwavering support. She found joy in cleaning, cooking, watching her favorite TV shows (RuPaul's Drag Race) and being around her grandchildren.

Ella taught us to find beauty in simple moments and always offered a listening ear and a warm hug before she cursed you out. Left to celebrate her life and legacy are: her brother James (Rose - Wife) her children Arthur, Koreen, Aisha, Tamekia (Haneef - Husband), Nadeerah, Hassanah (Zawon Sr. - Husband), Hassan, and Al-nisa, grandchildren Nakima, Rakeem, Fendi, Shaquanah (Rondrell = Husband), Adrienne, Monique, Aaron, Shaheem, Ijanee , Armani, Kauri, Deandre, Zah'nye, Kai'elle , Zawon Jr., Hayden, Braylin, Kamiyah, Jayden, Eden, Rayzon, and Charm, and a host of great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Our Lord, today we remember the life of Ella Barr, and give thanks for all she brought to our lives. Her legacy will live on through her family long after she has departed and is a testament to the woman she was. We are broken and lost without her but grateful for how she has touched our lives.

Oh Lord, Good Lord, protect our voice. Keep us away from all the noise

"Mommy, we promise if we stick together we're going to make it through anything. It's all about us!!! We love you!!"

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