Nora Bernice Barney

Nora Bernice Barney obituary, Loveland, CO

Nora Bernice Barney

Nora Barney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home & Crematory on May 13, 2025.

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Nora Bernice Barney
Nov 04, 1947 – May 2, 2025
Bernice Barney, 77, passed away peacefully in Loveland, Colorado, on May 2nd, 2025.
Born in November 1947 to Eleanor E Lujan and Joseph Raymond Gallegos, Bernice lived a life filled with love for her family, her faith, and her community. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her quiet strength, kindness, and love left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.
Bernice is survived by her husband, Sherman Barney; her sons, Anthony, Simmon, and Andrew; and some half-brothers and half-sisters. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Danielle Griffen, and her brother, Joseph Sandoval. Bernice cherished her role as a grandmother, and her grandchildren brought her endless joy and pride.
Throughout her life, Bernice wore many hats. She trained as a paralegal, worked on the assembly line at Hewlett-Packard, spent time as a substitute teacher's aide and hall monitor, and later took on the quiet strength of a nighttime security guard. But her most important role was at home, where she gave her family steady love, support, and care.
One of Bernice's greatest fears was that she wasn't a good mother. That fear drove her to work even harder, always striving to be the best mother and grandmother she could be. Her love and dedication never wavered, and she shaped the lives of her children and grandchildren in ways they will carry with them forever.
Bernice was a woman who never gave up. She devoted her time and energy to helping others, and she continued to do so until the very end. Her strong work ethic was something she instilled in her children, teaching them the value of perseverance, responsibility, and dedication.
Her deep faith in Jesus Christ, along with her belief in love and service, were her guiding principles. These values gave her strength, comfort, and purpose throughout her life.
A talented quilter, Bernice found joy and friendship at quilting retreats. Her beautiful quilts remain a lasting reminder of her creativity and the care she gave to everyone in her life.
in lieu of flowers, Please donate to a homeless shelter or one of the charity groups such as ARC, habitat for Humanities, House of Neighborly Service, or Goodwill.
Bernice's love for her family, her faith, and her desire to help others will live on in the memories of all who knew her.

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Barbara Rodriguez

May 23, 2025

My condolences to Bernice´s family...the last time I saw Bernice was for a birthday celebration for my mother, her aunt Margaret Gallegos Perez these photos were taken June 4, 2016, with Gallegos/Perez family. Also in the photos with Bernice are her uncle Ernest(Ernie) Gallegos and her aunt Mary(Naya) Gallegos. My mother passed away 6 days after these pictures were taken, uncle Ernie and auntie Naya have also passed away years since taking these pictures with Bernice.
Sincerely,
A cousin, Barbara Perez Rodriguez

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