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Barbara Carney Obituary
Barbara Jean Ellis Carney, 72, went home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2009 after a long illness.
Barbara was born October 23, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the second of six children born to Charles B. and Corrine Clark Ellis. As a child growing up in Cleveland, Barbara was a member of Second Tabernacle Baptist Church where she developed the strong spiritual foundation that remained with her throughout her life.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Constance Remson; and brother, Gregory Ellis, Sr.
Barbara graduated from John Adams High School in 1954. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Ohio University in 1958, and her Masters of Social Services Administration degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1985. Her passion for reading and education is part of the legacy she leaves with her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and students in the Oasis tutoring program. Barbara's other life passions were family, cooking (from scratch!), traveling, helping anyone in need, and spending time with friends.
While attending Ohio University, Barbara met her future husband, Lester. She moved to Akron, Ohio after their marriage in 1960 where she later joined Prince of Peace Baptist Church. Barbara and Lester have three children and five grandchildren.
Barbara's greatest assets were the depth of her wisdom and breadth of her spirit; her greatest gift was her willingness to share it all with others. Her innate ability to know just what to say and do served Barbara well in all aspects of her life, including her career as a social worker. Barbara began her professional career as a caseworker for the Cuyahoga County Welfare Department. Her career also included positions as a probation officer for the Summit County Juvenile Court, a social worker for the Teenage Parent Center, and a family counselor for Family Services of Summit County. Barbara retired in 1999 after 10 years as the Program Director of the Teenage Parent Center (a program of Family Services of Summit County).
Barbara was a Silver Star of the Zeta Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She joined the sorority in 1982 and remained an active member until her death. In addition to the Oasis Program and Alpha Kappa Alpha, Barbara continued to serve her community after her retirement as a member of the United Way Allocations Committee, a facilitator for the Mother to Son Program and as a member of the WIC Advisory Committee.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Lester, Sr. of Akron; daughters, Corrie Carney of Shaker Heights, and Leslie (David) McGee of Columbus; son, Lester Jr. (Angela) of Ravenna; grandchildren, David Jr. and Courtney McGee (Columbus), Kyla Carney, Jeremy Seeden and Alyssia Caples (Ravenna); sister, Patrice Ellis; and brothers, Charles Ellis, Jr. and Ronald Ellis, all of Cleveland; niece, Charlotte Remson Cook (Cleveland); sisters-in-law, Doris Gilmer, Alice (Mark) Smith, and Carol Blackwell, all of Columbus; goddaughter, Kelley (Marcus) Walton of Montclaire, New Jersey; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, family and friends.
Calling hours will be held Thursday, January 8, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, 529 West Thornton Street, Akron, OH 44307; and Friday, January 9, 2009 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Prince of Peace Baptist Church, 844 Garth Avenue, Akron, Ohio, 44320. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 9, 2009 at 12 p.m. at Prince of Peace Baptist Church. Interment immediately following at Glendale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Akron Chapter of the American Cancer Society. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 986 Winton Ave., Akron, OH 44320.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Carney
Akela Kbyii
February 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Terry Frazier
January 16, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
jason mckinnie
January 16, 2009
To the Carney Family
I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this time. She was a great woman that I am admired and respected.
Clyde Harris Jr.
January 14, 2009
Dear Lester Sr., Corrie, Leslie, Lester Jr. and family. I would like to express my sincerest condolences for the loss of a truly special wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and beacon of strength to many. May the Grace of God and the love you all share for each other carry you through this hour of mourning.
My Deepest Sympathies,
Clyde Harris and Family
January 14, 2009
Corrie, You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I know of the lost you must be feeling and hope that time and the support of your friends and family will help your heart remember the joy and love of your mom. God Bless you and yours
Valinda Sanders and Family
Howard Nolan
January 13, 2009
Les
Thank you for sharing my pain last April. May God give you strength and comfort from your friends and family, as he did for me. Barbara will always live in your heart.
Mark Brunty
January 13, 2009
Les,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you and lift you up.
Mark & Beth
Juanita Giles
January 11, 2009
Dear Family,
My deepest and sincere condolences. Eventhough Barbara and I did not talk often I enjoyed the times that we did
.Juanita Giles
Adina Calhoun-Walker
January 10, 2009
Lester Jr.,
God bless you and your family! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Opal Davis Johnson
January 10, 2009
To the Carney Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Barbara was truly a blessing to everyone she touched.
God Bless - The Johnson Family
Darrell, Opal, Deshawn, Cherise, and Joseph
Ira-Etta Black
January 10, 2009
To the Family Of Barbara Ellis Carney
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
This is from the an old friend on East 86th Street in Cleveland.
Just know that I love you all dearly, and rememeber the good old days.
Mitzi M. Eskridge-Johnson
January 10, 2009
Dear Family, I am so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. My prayers go out to you and yours. There are no words to ease the hurt from the lose of our mother.
I remember our periodic visits when I would come East. I especially remember Barbara & Les coming to Sandusky, Ohio for my wedding. You see, my mother's sister was married to one of Les' uncles. I guess you call that "shirt tail" relatives. (smile)
May the Lord continue to lift you all up and give you strength to get through this time of trial.
Warmest Prayers, Mitz M. Eskridge-Johnson
Jo Ann Jones
January 9, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss. The entire family is in my prayers.
SHANNON AND SHAUNA ALEXANDER
January 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Robin Minor
January 9, 2009
Corrie, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I just wanted you to know you are in my prayers.
Robin
Sylvia Jackson
January 9, 2009
Corrie and family,
May God give you comfort and peace from this time forward. Continue to cherish those precious moments that were bestowed upon you during the life of your mother.
Thinking of you always
Sisterly,
Sylvia
EMMA BLACK
January 9, 2009
May God Bless Your Family,Mrs Carney ,Is A Angel, The Family Are In My Prayers LOVE EMMA BLACK TPC
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
January 7, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Ivan & Consuela(Moore) Thompson
January 9, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ronda Tyson & Family
January 9, 2009
Leslie and Carney Family,
You have our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother.
Corrine Monroe
January 8, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Elva (Ejaye) Robinson-Tracey
January 8, 2009
To Les ,
I was so shocked to hear of Barbara's Transition. My prayers are with you and your Sweetheart's family. I still see her smile that cheered me when we were both students at O.U.
She dwells in the Mystery
of the Great unknown
Fluid, beautiful and free.
She dances with the wind and relishes each breath
Ecstatic today
She sings with the joy
of the planets and stars
She laughs with the waves and the sea.
For she is the spirit
Forever unfolding
Unbounded, eternal
And free.
Unbounded, eternal
And free.
Tina Watkins
January 8, 2009
Corrie and Family,
Thinking of you and praying that God’s peace will surround you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always.
Christine Seeden
January 8, 2009
To the family of Barbara Carney,
I feel so blessed to have been a part of Barbara's life. Her spirit was so real, as well as the love that she showed to all of us. We are very thankful that God put her in our lives. She was truly a Proverbs 31 Woman, the Virtuous Woman
ROSE HANDON
January 8, 2009
Leslie, your friends and colleagues at the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services offer this condolence to you and your family. We will continue to remember you in prayer during this period of bereavement.
Celestine Burwell-Riggins
January 8, 2009
Dear Les and Family,
My sincere condolences to you and your family regarding the passing of your mom......she definitely sounds like such a great person who was truly loved and has gone to the great peaceful place that we all aspire our final destination to be.....always remember that you can continue to communicate with your mom and feel her responses in your heart.....
Celeste Burwell-Riggins (Anthony's Mom)
Josephine Peters
January 8, 2009
Dearest Les and Family,
My Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your loved ones.
Reflective Thought:
Your loss may grow easier to accept,
as time goes by..
But it does not get better -
For the loss of a loved one is to great to easily overcome.
May it help to know friends feel your pain...
And will always share the true essence of being that will always comfort you...
May prayers ease your pain during this most difficult time.
William Holko
January 8, 2009
Dear Lester and Family:
On behalf of my family, I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Barbara. I have very fond memories of her (as well as your entire family) during the years I served as the principal of Buchtel High School. I continue to hold the Carneys in high esteem.
May God bless and comfort you at this difficult time and in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
William Holko
Ada Woodson Adams
January 8, 2009
Dear Les and Family,
With deepest sympathy to you and your family in the passing of Barbara and know that friends and family understand the sad loss.
May the love of friends in sharing your pain and knowing that time is a healer comfort you.
January 8, 2009
Les -
My deepest sympathy at this difficult time. It was a pleasure to meet Barbara last November at the Summit County Sports Hall of Fame dinner. God bless you and your family.
Wayne Chapman (Firestone Credit Union)
Dr. Patrcia A. Lee, President
January 8, 2009
Dear Lester, Leslie, Corrie, Lester Jr. & Family,
On behalf of the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Zeta Theta Omega Chapter I extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of our dear soror Barbra Carney. She was a kind, dependable and dedicated member of our chapter and her leaving leaves an unfillable void. I pray that God in his wisdom and grace will wrap you in his loving care and give you peace.
Kelley Coleman
January 8, 2009
Carney-Ellis Family,
What can you say about a woman so regal, so caring, so beautiful, so absolutely wonderful? What can you do to ease the sorrow of family and loved ones who have a broken heart? No words can express what my Godmother meant to me and so many others. No deeds can heal our broken hearts. But when we look at each other; when we see the "YOU" that lives on in all of us, we are comforted a little.
Your loving and devoted husband, with whom you shared a magnificient life worth living and celebrating! Your amazing children, who are shining examples of the type of people we should all strive to be! Your beautiful grandchildren who will carry on your legacy of kindness and goodness. Your adoring family and friends who called you sister, auntie, soror, girlfriend and are all better people for having known you. And all of the many people who's lives you have touched in such a deep and meaningful way.
When we all come together and celebrate the marvelous life you lived. When we celebrate your gift of sharing your life with us. When we celebrate your homegoing, we will find comfort in each other. And we will find peace in knowing that you are in the loving embrace of God.
No words can express how deeply my heart and sympathies go out to the Carney-Ellis family. May the care and support of loved ones ease your sorrows and I pray God's blessings to help heal your hearts.
Lois Thompson-Green
January 7, 2009
Dear Les, Family, and Gina,
You have my deepest sympathy at this difficult time. It is never easy to go through the loss of a loved one. I am praying God will comfort and bless your family at every memory of Barbara.
Love and Prayers,
Wicki Thompson Green
Karen Tyler
January 7, 2009
To The Carney Family,
I don't know if you'll remember me but I used to be your neighbor on Winton and I remember your mother being a very nice lady. I am sorry for your loss and hope that you find comfort in the Lord at this time. May God Bless You.
Karen Tyler
kimberlyn (williams) Dawkins
January 7, 2009
Corrie and the Carney Family, Allow the Peace of God through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to confort you at this time, knowing that your mom/wife is resting in the Lord.
Benjamin Ferguson
January 7, 2009
To Mr. Carney, Corrie, Leslie, Lester Jr. & extended family...you have my deepest heartfelt sympathies and most earnest prayers for strength & comfort during this most difficult time, and for the days to come.
MarLita Bartlett
January 7, 2009
Leslie,
I was very saddened to hear about your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dorothylou Sands
January 7, 2009
Les, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. I have many photos and memories of our time at O. U. It was also good to see you two after so many years at our Soulful Reunion. D. Lou
Kevin Shuman
January 7, 2009
Lester Sr. & Lester Jr., I just want to extend my condolences for your loss. I know how wonderful your family is and the quality of people in it. That starts from the top. God Bless you both and everyone she touched.
Carl Walker
January 7, 2009
Dear Les:
We were deeply saddened to hear of our loss of Barbara. As you know, she was a classmate and close friend during our days at Ohio U. At this time we reflect upon the words found in the 24th Psalm (v. 3 - 5).
"Who can ascend the hill of the LORD?
and who can stand in his holy place?
Those who have clean hands and a pure heart,
who have not pledged themselves to falsehood,
nor sworn by what is a fraud.
They shall receive a blessing from the LORD
and a just reward from the God of their salvation."
Through the passage of time, we will all learn that, regardless of how much we miss her, Barbara is in that better and holy place. We send you our deepest love and sympathy.
Carl and Frances (Ramsey) Walker
Atlanta, GA
Pamela White
January 7, 2009
Les and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. If you need anything at all just let us know. We love you!
Pam and Brenda
Alice Rush
January 7, 2009
Les and family,
Roscoe and I are sorry for the loss of your beloved Barbara. Her friendship as a roomy at OU are special to me and will be with me always. God Bless you and Family.
Mr&Mrs Rikki Brown
January 7, 2009
Corrie, may God bless you during this tough time. May the fond memories of your Mother sustain you.
Catrina Burwell
January 7, 2009
My prayers are with your entire family. Mrs. Carney's generous spirit was always felt. When my sister married Les, jr. not only did my sister become family, but she also made me feel like I also became family. She will be missed greatly.
Jackie Edwards
January 7, 2009
Dear Les & Family,
So sorry to hear about Barb. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Jackie & Bill Edwards
(OU)
C. McCoy
January 7, 2009
To the Carney Family:
May it comfort you to know that we were so very sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our thoughts now and in the days to come.
Charles and Mary McCoy
Syreeta Stewart
January 7, 2009
Les and Family, you are in my heart and prayers. "Just think of stepping on shore and calling it heaven, of touching a hand and finding it God, of breathing new air and finding it celestial, of waking up in glory and finding it home".
Cyndy (Williams) Bass
January 7, 2009
Corrie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Your mother was such a warm, loving and giving person. May the thoughts, prayers, hugs and smiles of others comfort you during this time.
God Bless,
Kathleen Odum
January 7, 2009
Dear Les, I am so sorry to hear you have lost your best friend. I wish I were there to give you a big hug. I remember working with Barb years ago and how helpful she was to me. She is now a special angel and will watch over you and your family always.
Shannon Bryant
January 7, 2009
Leslie and Corrie,
I'm sorry to hear about your mother's passing. My family and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
January 7, 2009
We're very sad to hear about your loss. Barb was always a sweet person to each of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth Morvai, Linda Finch, Jill Thomas
(current Firestone Credit Union and former May Assoicates employees)
Vanessa Drone
January 7, 2009
Remembering Barb for all of her words of wisdom and sense of humor when we worked at Family Services. She loved her family and always had great stories about her kids. My prayers are with you during this time of berevement.
Bobby christian
January 7, 2009
LES,
Sorry to hear of Barbara,s passing. You guys had a great ride.. You lost your best friend and I know the feeling. God bless you and your family..
Bob Christian Chillicothe , Ohio
renate simmons
January 7, 2009
Dear Les,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family.
Renate and Jim Simmons
Annmarie (Pringle) and Lloyd Ford
January 7, 2009
To the Carney Family,
Trust in God to see you through, and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eartha (Kitt) Weston
January 7, 2009
To The Carney Family,
When I think of Barbara...I smile. She was truly an amazing woman who cared tremendously for the well being of people. And I was so bless to have been one of those people. May God bring you and your family peace and comfort.
Mary and Sean Dougherty
January 7, 2009
Lester and Family,
Heartfelt sympathies to you at this time.
Jim Reed
January 7, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Wilda Bell-Howard
January 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bryan Coleman
January 6, 2009
To the Carney Clan
I will miss Mrs. Carney more than you can imagine. She has been like a 2nd mom to me when we moved to Akron. She talked and scolded me when needed and praised me when I did well. I made sure she was the 1st person I called to wish a Happy New Year several days ago. I am deeply humbled that you have chosen me to be a Pall Bearer and will carry that honor the rest of my life. God Bless You All.
Ron Duckworth
January 6, 2009
To the Carney family,you have our deepest condolences.God bless you all in your time of sorrow. Cassie Duckworth & Ron
Jerry Casalinova
January 6, 2009
Les,
Very sorry to hear about your loss. I'm so glad I got the chance to meet her this past summer.
Madeline Smith
January 6, 2009
Les,
My heart goes out to you & your family. The consolation is that Barb walks with God.
Madeline, Equitable FCU
Theresa Pryor
January 6, 2009
Leslie, Corrie and the Carney family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. You do not stand alone, because many are with you to help you through this difficult time. I didn't know her well, but your mother represented strength, compassion and dedication to her family. May sweet memories fill your hearts and may God be your strength. I pray that His love, grace and peace will surround you during the days and weeks ahead.
Charles Harris
January 6, 2009
I wish to express my deepest sympathies tot he Carney family and friends. I know how much Barb meant to Lester and to the rest of the family. May you all find peace knowing that she is with our lord and father.
Jamie Murphy
January 6, 2009
My thoughts and sympathy go out to you regarding your loss.
Eugene and Sarah Wilson
January 5, 2009
Corrie, Beth and Lester,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Tracy & James Parker
January 5, 2009
To my dear friend Leslie and the Carney Family,
You have my deepest sympathy today and in the months to come. May the love that you have for one another help carry you through this difficult time. May your faith and love for God give you assurance that you will see her again. May God bless you all. Love ya, Tracy, your college roommate.
Terri Shavers
January 5, 2009
You are in my prayers during this time. Know that God will give you strength.
Vernon Clark
January 5, 2009
I am deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved relative Barbara Carne. She was a friendly and generous person and a favorite cousin of my late father, Vernon Clark, and his siblings in Cleveland. When I was fresh out of college and starting work as a journalist at the Akron Beacon Journal, Barbara and Les reached out to me, sharing their valued advice and guidance to me as a newcomer to the city. Their help at that challenging time will never be forgotten.
Along with my sisters, Christine Clark Evans and Norma Clark I offer heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely,
Vernon "Tony" Clark, Philadelphia, Pa.
Pamela Woodall Caine
January 5, 2009
Mr. Carney and family, my deepest sympathy goes out for you all at this time. Barbara was a great lady to have known. I met her when I first came to Family Services and she showed me how to be a true and good person. She shared many stories about you all. May God Bless and Keep you all
Shauna Ivery
January 5, 2009
Lester and Carney Family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy at this time . Though it has been years since I have seen or spoken to your mother I will never forget how beautiful she was inside and out . Just know that you are in always in my prayers and always in my heart.
Shauna Ivery
Anthony Burwell
January 5, 2009
Tremendous is the feeling of loss felt by all that knew Mrs. Carney, but that feeling does not compare to the impact of her spirit. Her dedication to her family and then to her community was incredible and will continue to be on display long beyond this sad time.
To the entire family - I share some small measure of your pain because she always welcomed me and my family into yours.
With love, respect and admiration
Anthony
Becky Thompson
January 5, 2009
Les,
Keep the faith. I will continue to pray for strength for you and your family during this difficult time.
Becky
Lisa Milbry
January 5, 2009
To Corrie and the Carney family:
Your Mom was a beautiful woman with a fighting spirit. Her legacy will live on through you. Her passing is not only a loss to you but to everyone whose life she touched including mine. She will be truly missed.
Ron, Amy, Charity J., and Amya Eaton family
January 5, 2009
To soror Leslie "Beth" McGee, soror Corey, Mr. Carney and the rest of the Carney family (the true Huxtables): Soror Barbara's legacy will live on!
Ron, Amy, Charity J., and Amya Eaton
January 5, 2009
To soror Leslie "Beth" McGee, soror Corey, Mr. Carney and the rest of the Carney family (the true Huxtables): Soror Barbara's legacy lives on!
Lois Foster
January 5, 2009
Dear Lester and Family,
Heartfelt sympathy to all of you on the loss of a very caring person. Barb spent many years with the United Way of Summit County, and even in the last few years, when she wasn't feeling her best, she would make her way to our office, with you, Lester, transporting her, to carry out the responsibilities for which she volunteered. Strength of character,generosity,and will power are characteristics by which I will remember her.
Lovingly,
STEVE STEWART
January 5, 2009
LES, I AM SO SORRY... YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, STEVE STEWART
Joanne Richardson And Peachy & Stanley Washington I
January 5, 2009
To Mr Carney and Family We are sad to hear about Mrs Carney she fought a hard battle for a long time but she is in a better place now no more pain or suffering our prayers and condolences go out to you at this time, she's gone home to the Lord of lords and King of kings may GOD CONTINUE BLESS ALL of You,
Ravenna Gridiron Club
January 5, 2009
Coach Carney,
Sorry to hear about your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Dexter and Nikki Campbell
January 5, 2009
Mom Carney fought long and hard..We will truly miss all the long talks. Our hearts and prays are with you all. Great Woman!! We love you Dad,Corrie,Beth,Chester!!!!! and family.
Bob Blyer
January 4, 2009
Les: Joye and I are very saddened to learn of Barbara's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your wonderful family.
Joye & Bob Blyer
Stanley Huntsman
January 4, 2009
Les, Our prayers are with you & your family at this sad time. Wish we could be near to offer our support but are pleased to know that you have family all around.
Love, Sylvia & Stan Huntsman
Bruce Welsh
January 4, 2009
Les,
We were all shocked by the news. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
January 4, 2009
Sorry to hear about your loss Mr. Carney, God Bless you and your family! Brian S. (A.V.S)
Sally Murphy
January 4, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your mother's death, Lester. I know how much she means to you and what a close family you have.
Mike White
January 4, 2009
Les
So Sorry to hear of your loss. No words can console at this time, but I know that there is a life after this and I'm sure she is enjoying it already. May God give you peace my friend.
Pat Norment
January 4, 2009
My prayers and condolences to the family.
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