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Barbara Portnoy Obituary
Portnoy, Barbara Kay
(Tidd), passed away at her home on December 17, 2019 at the age of 80. She was with her family at her passing. She is survived by her beloved son, Robert (Tamara) Portnoy; and grandchildren, Dana K. Portnoy and Alyssa C. Portnoy. She is preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, R. Joyce Portnoy; brother, William Tidd; father, William A. Tidd; and mother, Rosella (Hurst) Tidd. Her rich life was full of giving, caring and sharing. She ran a successful business with her husband. She traveled to many places and enjoyed many friends.
Services: A memorial service and reception will be held Friday, December 27, 2019, 2:30 p.m., at Green Acres Mortuary, 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, please support cancer research with a donation in honor of Barbara Portnoy to UNM Foundation mailed to UNM Cancer Center, 700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or visit https://www.unmfund.org/fund/unmcc-cancer-research-fund. Please visit our online guestbook for Barbara at www.FrenchFunerals.com
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Memories and Condolences
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David & Stephanie Allen
December 27, 2019
We enjoyed getting to know Barbara at Lobo Talk and will certainly miss her. May the Lord's comfort be yours during this difficult time. In Jesus' love.
December 22, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .
Jeff Grandcolas
December 21, 2019
Please accept our sympathy of the passing of our cousin , Barbara Kay.,She was a fun loving and caring person and loved family including aunts, uncles, and cousins. Barbara Kay will always be remembered as she helped take care of our mother in her later years.Sincerely ,Jeff
December 20, 2019
My condolences are extended as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort and strength to cope during this trying time. (Psalm 90:10)
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