Helen T. "Lenny" Barnaby

FUNERAL HOME

Baran Funeral Home

1235 119th St

Whiting, Indiana

Helen Barnaby Obituary

HELEN T. BARNABY "LENNY" (NEE SEBAHAR) WHITING, IN
Helen T. "Lenny" Barnaby (nee Sebahar) 94 of Whiting, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2014 at the Community Hospital, Munster. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward H. "Captain" Barnaby who passed away in 1992; loving mother of Adrienne Barnaby of Chicago, Cindy (Chuck) Barnaby-Kreisl of Hammond and the late Edward Lee Barnaby; cherished grandmother of Anna (Cole Biltgen) Kreisl, Samantha Kreisl, Cody Kreisl and Alexandra Brown; special nieces, Sr. Sharon Frederick and Diane Primozic and proud aunt to many dear nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 28, 2014, 9:30 a.m. at the Baran Funeral Home, 1235-119th St., Whiting; a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting, with. the Rev. William O'Donnell, C.PP.S., officiating; interment, St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, IL; visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The St. John Rosary Society, together with members of the parish will offer prayers at the funeral home on Monday at 4:00 p.m. Lenny Barnaby was born on August 24, 1920 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Mary Sebahar. The youngest of the Sebahar siblings, she was preceded in death by eleven brothers and sisters. She was a graduate of Bowen High School, Chicago, Class of 1938 and was a resident of Whiting for over 60 years. Lenny was a very devoted member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting. She had attended daily Mass for many years, was a member of the St. John Rosary Society and had volunteered in the sacristy cleaning church linens. She was also a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Lenny was an avid sports fan, cheering for her Chicago Cubs. She participated at the Hammond Civic Center and was a Gold Medal recipient from the Senior Olympics in swimming. Lenny and her late husband Ed, were the owners and operators of Calumet Marine Towing, Chicago, for many years. Devoted to her family, she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorials to the Lincoln Park Zoo, c/o The Women's Board, 2001 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614, would be appreciated. www.baranfh.com (219) 659-4400

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent from Oct. 25 to Oct. 27, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Barnaby

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11 Entries

Tim Companik

January 25, 2015

Adrienne and Cindy my deepest sympathy.
I will always remember how kind your mother was to me, my mother Anne and Mrs. Christy.

Joseph Hajduch

October 31, 2014

Cindy, I'm sorry to hear about your mom. I remember serving mass at St John's and saw your mom there every day.
Always remember Colors fade, temples crumble, empires fall, but a mother's love is eternal. I'm sure she's raining down some of that love from Heaven today. You'll be in my prayers.

Joe Hajduch

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Rose Mimiaga

October 28, 2014

I am so sorry about Helen's passing. I played bunco with the residents at Hartsfield, and she was such a delight. We had many discussions about books especially mysteries. I often brought her books and she was so appreciative. She always insisted on keeping score and being the perfect hostess for her table. Every
time I volunteer at Hartsfield, I will feel her presence.

October 28, 2014

I had the chance to meet Helen at Hartsfield myself while I visited and played bunco on Friday mornings. She would always light up a room and was concerned if she hadn't seen Uncle Walter. I can remember when he first arrives, she would say hello to him everyday...even when he wasn't so happy himself. I loved her Harley Davidson outfit. She will truly be missed!!!

Cindy Wilson

October 27, 2014

Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You will be in my prayers. If you need anything I am just across the street at the bank.
Such a beautiful Guardian Angel you now have.

October 26, 2014

So sorry to hear about Lenny.....she was a great lady! Patti Rhea ......( Kathy' sister)

Kim Navarro

October 26, 2014

Chuck,Cindy, and Adrienne,

It was my pleasure to get to know all of you and Lenny while I was at Hartsfield she was a wonderful person and I enjoyed every minute with her. She always had a smile and I enjoyed visiting with her. May God bless all of you.

ken sebahar

October 25, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ruth Blazak

October 25, 2014

Mrs Barnaby was such a loving and generous woman. I remember her as a kind and loving mom to her kids and to Adrienne's friends ! May her soul rest in Peace and May Perpetual Light Shine upon her. With love, Ruthie Martinez-Blazak

Georgean Benak

October 25, 2014

You were right,Cindy, she was a wonderful lady, and I loved her from the first time I met her. Helen was the glue that held my activity department together while I was there. The other residents loved her, respected her and counted on her for assistance for crafts, bingo and just to have a friend to talk to. I used to tell her when I grew up I wanted to be just like her.she was my best friend at the nursing home and we kept in touch after I retired. My heart is broken', I will miss her. Thank you for sharing her with us. God bless you.

stacy lannin

October 24, 2014

It was a privilege and honor to get to know Helen over the past 5 years that I have been working at Hartsfield village. She always had a smile and kind word for everyone and she always brightened my day. She will be missed very much. Rest easy Helen until we meet again.

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