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Barbara Andersen Obituary
WORCESTER - Barbara A. Andersen, age 91, of Worcester, beloved wife of 70 years to Dr. Roy Andersen, passed away Wednesday September 21st, surrounded by loved ones at the Notre Dame Care Center.
A memorial celebration of the life of Barbara will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 29 at Tatnuck Country Club, 1222 Pleasant Street, Worcester, 01602 and will be immediately followed by a reception from 3:00 until 5:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Barbara A. Andersen Fund, Clark University Advancement Planned Giving, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610. Arrangements are in the care of CALLAHAN FAY & CASWELL Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle St. Worcester.
www.callahanfay.com
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Mary Ann C.
September 24, 2016
Dear Karen and family - my sincere sympathy on Barbara's passing. She was a very caring person. It was enlightening to read about her amazing life.
Thoughts and prayers to all.
JF
October 4, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nicole Caligiuri
September 28, 2016
We all miss our spunky, hot-ticket, friendly neighbor so much, but we know she has missed Roy terribly, and she's with him again. We love you, Miss Barbara. Thank you for being such an incredibly welcoming neighbor, a wonderful friend, and such an incredible inspiration to our girls.
Seven Hills Foundation
Dr David Jordan
September 27, 2016
All of us connected at the Seven Hills Foundation ( the successor organization to the WAARC)send our condolences to Barbara's family and friends. We have many fond memories of Barbara's early work advancing the dignity of individuals with varied abilities. Dr. David A. Jordan, Seven Hills Foundation
Karen Ludington
September 26, 2016
Barbara did wonderful things for Children's Friend. We loved her and are grateful she cared so much for our mission. Our sympathy goes to her whole family.
Bill Garneau
September 25, 2016
Karen, my deepest sympathies to you and your children. I always enjoyed my time with your Mom when she would come into the salon. As you know she missed your Dad so much, now their together again. That alone should give you some peace. Stay strong.
Brian Collins
September 25, 2016
I worked at Camp Joy durin the 1970s. I am sad to hear of the passing Barbara.
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