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Barbara Rowe Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Barbara Ann Rowe, 67, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 22.
Born Sept. 12, 1955, in Somerville, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late Arthur J. and Eleanor Flasser Rowe. A Bishop Hoban High School graduate, Barbara worked for the Social Security Administration in Wilkes-Barre for nearly 40 years before retiring.
Barbara was known to be an enthusiastic fan of the Miami Dolphins. She also enjoyed the music of John Denver and watching animals.
Barbara was a member of the Parish of Saint Nicholas.
Her sister, Elaine, preceded her in death on May 10, 2022.
Barbara's family and friends, including her longtime friend, Paula Ell Klass and her family, will miss her very much.
Celebration of Barbara's life includes visitation beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, followed by a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in the Church of Saint Nicholas, 226 South Washington St., Wilkes-Barre.
Donations to Blue Chip Animal Refuge will honor Elaine's memory: bcfanimalrefuge.org/donate
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Denise Tomasura
November 30, 2022
Rest easy Barbara. I am so happy we met at work and got back together after your retirement. It was wonderful to share some of the same interests and go to the state campgrounds in Pennsylvania. You enjoyed life and beautiful places. I am happy you were a part of my life. You will be missed dearly. My condolences go out to friends and family.
Coworker
November 29, 2022
Rest in peace Barbara. You were a co-worker who never had a mean thing to say about anyone. We sure could use a lot of people like you in this world! You made the place a lot brighter just by being so positive and uplifting! Fly high with the angels!
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