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Barbara Reed Obituary
Jan 24, 1944 - Dec 26, 2010
Age 66. Grand Ledge, MI, formerly of Omaha, NE. Barbara graduated from Westside High School, class of 1962, and the University of Nebraska, class of 1966, with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. She married Ric in March 1973. Barb devoted her life to the education of others in various positions in Nebraska, Colorado, and Michigan. She was the utmost devoted Mother, Daughter, Sister, Wife, Aunt and Friend. Preceded in death by her father Phillip Handschuh. Survivors include her husband Frederick A. "Ric" II; sons Frederick A. "Eric" III of St. Paul, MN and Dana Andrew of Denver, CO; mother Esther Handschuh, sisters Marilyn (Dr. John D.) Woodbury and Denese (Thomas) Stalnaker; niece Julie Woodbury, and nephews Steve (Lori) Woodbury, John (Debbie) Stalnaker, and Scott (Amanda) Stalnaker.
MEMORIAL SERVICES Friday, January 7th at 11am at Pacific Hills Lutheran Church, 1110 S. 90th St., Omaha, NE 68124, (402)391-9625. The family will receive family and friends 10am-11am. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. For those desiring contributions, donations are encouraged to be given to Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 South Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-5310, to which the family extends a very special and heartfelt thank you.
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Adeline Clark
January 9, 2011
Dear Esther: Was very surprised to read in the World Herald about Barb's death. Want you to know I am thinking about you and praying you will be comforted by our Good Lord. In Christian Love.....Adeline Tobias Clark
January 8, 2011
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. Barb was a very special friend to me at Westside. I know she will be missed by so many of us who graduated with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you, her family. With my deepest sympathies, Leilani (Lani Ring ) Beach
Mike & Brenda Zemmin
January 5, 2011
Ric, Eric & Dana: We were terribly saddened to learn of Barb's recent passing. She was a wonderful person and someone we truly enjoyed whenever we were together. We feel honored to have known her; she will certainly be missed by everyone. We send our deepest sympathies to you and all of your family. Mike & Brenda Zemmin
Karen Nelsen
January 5, 2011
Denese, Tom and family--you are in my prayers. I remember Barbie at Westside, and she was such a kind, warm person. God Bless all of you.
Paul and Diane Kratz
January 4, 2011
Denese and family Remember John 14:2 "In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you." A special room has been prepared just for Barbie. Our prayers are with you.
Paul and Diane Kratz
January 4, 2011
Denese and family - Remember John 14:2 "In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you." A room has been prepared just for Barbie. Our prayers are with you. Paul and Diane Kratz
Kathy & Dennis Schafer
January 4, 2011
Dear Esther, Marilyn, Denese & family,
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of Barbara. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sadness and always. May the Lord Our God hold you in the palm of His hand and grant you many blessings.
January 4, 2011
Rick,
I'm so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. I remember her well from the Kappa house. Her bright spirit and personality should be good memories for you and your boys. Thinking of you.
Judy Erickson Gaylor
Nancy Rasinske
January 4, 2011
Barb, you made coming to work a very enjoyable experience! I miss your daily smiles and optimistic attitude. Thanks so much for enriching my life.
January 4, 2011
Dear Ric:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife Barb. I will keep you and your loved ones in my thoughts and prayers.
Gene Page
January 4, 2011
Ric,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kris Garrison
January 4, 2011
Ric, I am so very sorry to hear of Barb's passing. I will miss seeing you both at Horrock's buying annuals for your flower beds. You are in my prayers. God Bless You.
Chris M. Bahjet
January 4, 2011
Dear Ric
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your wife Barb.
Chris M. Bahjet
Sheila VanOcker
January 4, 2011
Barb, your time here on Earth was well served; if we could all be just half the person you were.
Rest In Peace
Leah Horn
January 4, 2011
Barb, you are one classy lady, and this red-necked gal learned a lot from you over the years!! Leah
January 4, 2011
"I believe in God, only I spell it Nature." ~ Frank Lloyd Wright
Dearest Barb, your wit, knowledge and unwavering passion for the interest of others will be greatly missed. Thanks for sharing with us.
Karen Frisbie, Matthew and Kalea
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