Marybeth N. Barris

Born: May 26, 1939

Died: November 11, 2017

Marybeth N. Barris passed away peacefully at her Venice, Florida home, after a courageous four year battle with Lymphoma.

Marybeth is survived by the light of her life, devoted husband, John. They celebrated 50 years of marriage, August 19, 2017. John's commitment and loving care were steadfast. Marybeth is also survived by her loving siblings, Hoyt Nichols (Kay) of High Point, NC, Phyllis N. Horns (Fred) of Greenville, NC, Scott Nichols (Evie) and Pam Nichols of the Rock Ridge community, in NC; sister-in-law, Diane Mathey (Fuzzy) of Sycamore, IL; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Hoyt and Ruby Nichols of Sims, NC; and sister-in-law, Joanne Smith of Washington State.

Marybeth was an avid and accomplished golfer, a lover of the arts, pianos, music boxes, the Chalk Festival. She received dual undergraduate degrees from East Carolina College, now East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and two graduate degrees from Northern Illinois University, in DeKalb, IL. She loved education and was an educator for 45 years and completed her career as a school principal.

Marybeth was loved and cherished by many friends near and far, and will be dearly missed.

A gathering of friends will be scheduled at the Venice home soon. Memorial services will be scheduled in North Carolina and Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are recommended to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, Florida, 34238, or a Hospice of your choice.

Local arrangements are entrusted to Wiegand Brothers in Sarasota.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Valley Free Press from Nov. 23 to Nov. 25, 2017.

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17 Entries

Judy Payton

December 6, 2017

Marybeth was such an amazing person. I'll always treasure the fond memories of working with her at DeKalb High School. RIP great lady.

December 1, 2017

Mrs. Barris was a beautiful woman and hard to forget. I recall her style and charm in my years at DHS (1986-89) May her memories sustain your family and blessings of a life well lived.

Katherine (Kit) Gannon

Marty Vanko

November 30, 2017

Mary Beth was my long time golf partner in CWDGA golf tournaments. We shared so many fun times on and off the golf course. I will never forget her and her love of earrings. John and I send our deepest sympathy.

Robert Bowker

November 29, 2017

What a beautiful lady inside and out, a pleasure to work along side her, a true friend to all. Rest in peace my friend the world is a better place because of you.
Your friend,

Moira Hammel

November 28, 2017

Dear John - I am so sorry to hear about Marybeth. I used to work for her at the DeKalb Education Consortium. She was a sweetheart and will be truly missed. You will be in my prayers.

Pat Farnham

November 28, 2017

John, so sorry for your loss. Remembering your friendship with Gil at Turner. She was a beautiful lady and loved by many.

Norma and Ken Clarner'

November 27, 2017

So sorry for your loss John, you are in our prayers

Barbara

November 27, 2017

Mrs Baris was such a wonderful person. She cared about her students and showed them kindness as well as a positive direction to take in life. Even long after my children graduated, she would ask how they were doing. May God bless you and give you peace.

November 26, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. May God provide the comfort and strength that your family needs at this difficult time (Matthew 5:4). Your family will be in my prayers.

Dr. George

November 24, 2017

So sad that we lost her to this world. I spent way too much time in her office when she was the Dean of students...she was very kind and helped an angry young man focus and be a better person. I hope knowing the enormous positive impact she had on her students brings some comfort to those that are left having to figure out life without her in it. Rest well Ms. Barris!

November 24, 2017

My deepest condolences. I have so many fond memories of Mrs Barris while attending DHS. Such an amazing lady with a style like no other.

Dana Potts-Holt

November 24, 2017

Thank you, Ms. Barris, for being an inspiring person in my life. I worked at DHS in the library for 3 years on my free hour. I first started doing it because I loved books but after the first semester, I found I really liked working with you. I have been out of DHS for 32 years but when I think back on all the amazing times, you, and working with you, and joking with you are some of the best. Prayers for your family and RIP you beautiful soul inside and out. PS Thanks for that Christmas present that one time. Always our secret ;]

John

November 23, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

Chris Wells

November 18, 2017

I'm sad to hear this news...I was recently thinking of Mrs. Barris. She was one of the teachers I enjoyed very much! Prayers for her and her family

November 16, 2017

Marybeth will always be remembered in a special way to me. We had wonderful conversations while I did her nails. R.I.P. my friend

November 16, 2017

Marybeth's infectious and most unique personality will live on with all her colleagues with whom she associated with at DeKalb High School. Never to be forgotten. Rest in peace dear friend. John Nakonechny

Judy Cassani

November 16, 2017

Marybeth was highly valued by the children she taught and the teachers with whom she worked. God bless!!! Judy Cassani

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