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Barbara Semoes Obituary

Barbara Semoes Barbara Jean Semoes was born on March 27, 1932 in Bakersfield, California. She passed away on February 13, 2013 at the age of 80. Some of Barbara's favorite pastimes were going to Tachi Palace Casino, watching baseball and playing on the computer. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Jesse Semoes Jr. in 2009. They were married in 1950 and shared many happy years together. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, a sister, a step-sister and a step-brother. Survivors include three daughters Janette Sellars and husband Dow of Exeter, Marian Hickman and companion Thomas Treadaway Sr. of Visalia and Christine Vasquez and husband Albert of Tulare; 9 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 9 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 12-8 pm, Wednesday, February 20, 2013 with a Rosary beginning at 6 pm at Peers Lorentzen Funeral Chapel. Graveside services will be at 11 am, Thursday, February 21, 2013 at Tulare District Cemetery. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Peggy Sandoval for all the special care she gave to Barbara. Condolences may be emailed to [email protected].

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Published by Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Adv-Register from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2013.

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Jim and Sharon Oliveira

February 20, 2013

We enjoyed knowing Barbara and her family.

Uncle Jesse& Aunt Barbara Rest In Peace

Steve & Lynn Azevedo

February 20, 2013

Tony & Theresa nunes

February 19, 2013

Always a Friend peace be with you my friend.

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Steve Azevedo

February 19, 2013

Steve & Lynn Azevedo

February 18, 2013

Aunt Babara and her father,Raulie Azevedo,were always the two people in my life that I could count on.They were a calm influence and would always give you a straight answer(whether you wanted it or not!). Aunt Barb' was the greatest of ladies and would ALWAYS welcome people to her house with open arms.Lynn&I loved Aunt Barb'and will miss her greatly!

Billie & Carol

February 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to the Semoes Family. Aunt Barbara will be greatly missed.
Love, Billie & Carol

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