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BARBARA M. SMUCKER

BARBARA SMUCKER Obituary

BARBARA MILLS SMUCKER
Of Falls Church, VA, passed away suddenly and peacefully on December 26, 2013. The daughter of Alice and Harold Mills, Barbara was born in Roaring Spring, PA, in 1938. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Robert M. Smucker, daughters, Beth Smucker (Gil Amaro) and Amy Smucker, son John Smucker (Tricia) and adored grandchildren, Seth, Lee, Hailey and Leah, sister Joan (Earl) Holsinger and many loved nieces and nephews. A strong believer in volunteerism, she worked for 28 years delivering food for Meals on Wheels, befriending many of her clients. She also started and ran the Furniture Bank of Arlington, collecting and delivering furniture to those in need. Earlier, she had worked for several organizations, including the National Council for the Aging.She was truly a woodworking artist. Enjoying her work as much as her beloved family beach vacations, her creations have brought joy and wonderment to all who have seen or received them, and her engaging personality and nature have had a unifying and joyous effect on all who have known her. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.A gathering of remembrance will be held on January 5 at 2 p.m. at The Lebanese Taverna, Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA 22102. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Barbara's name to AMEN Furniture Bank in Arlington VA. For more information go to www.caringbridge.org

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 31, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for BARBARA SMUCKER

16 Entries

Paula Shoecraft

January 6, 2014

Barbara was full of life and good cheer. She made everyone she met feel special and truly left a positive mark on this world. She made a difference in her community and in the lives of all of us who knew her. Warm thoughts and prayers for Bob and the rest of the family. Peace be with you.

Patricia Rostkowski

January 4, 2014

Despite several decades of being actively encouraged by her to do so, I could rarely bring myself to call Barbara by her first name. I think I told myself that I had to earn that privilege by being as fully self-actualized as possible, a feat she inspired me to approximate. Sorry, Barbara, I just figured it out. The irony is I could have made greater progress toward that goal had I done that one simple thing sooner! You continue even now to teach and inspire.

Martha Blackbird

January 4, 2014

My heart is hurting from this news. "Mrs. Smucker" influenced me greatly when I was in my teens. She believed in me and I am a better person because of this. My thoughts are with you all.
love,
Martha

Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Wallace

January 4, 2014

Shocked and saddened by this news. Adearfriend from high school. Our condolences to the Smucker family and to her sister.

Faye Halloran

January 2, 2014

I was shocked and so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. I have only known Barbara for a short time, but felt a very warm soul in our relationship which was mostly business by phone. Her friendlyness was delightful. I will pray for Robert and the family.

Marthasue Tucker

January 2, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 2, 2014

Barbara delivered meals to our neighbors through the Meals on Wheels program. She was a delightful and cheery person and always had a smile on her face. She certainly touched many people with her compassion. My sincere condolences to her family.

Nidal and Melissa Mahayni

January 2, 2014

Dear Bob,

We are so sadden by this unexpected news. We are so sorry. Such a classy, intelligent and smart, special, a lovely human being, Barbara lived her beliefs, and we love her.
Much love to you and your family.

Bill & Mary Vandivier

January 2, 2014

Mary & will miss our dear friend.

Riad Mahayni

January 1, 2014

Dear Bob, Joan, Beth, John, Amy, and the full Smucker family,

Bonnie and I are deeply saddened by the loss of one who consistently demonstrated a sensitivity and love to her family, friends, and community. Her devotion to helping and cheering others are life lessons to all. Rest peacefully, Barbara, and peace to all of you, always.

Bonnie and Riad Mahayni

Nancy Cleveland

January 1, 2014

May you rest in peace. You will be in the hearts and minds of your family and friends forever.

Pamela Hickson

December 31, 2013

My heart felt sorry goes out to Barbara's family. I remember meeting her at Joan's one year, "she was a hoot"

George, Leigh and Marie Troutman

December 31, 2013

Barbara lit up the room with her smile and her engaging personality. It was a delight to have known her. Much love to the family.

Larry Ottinger

December 31, 2013

Dear Bob,

We are in shock and feel so sad about Barbara's sudden passing and your and everyone else's terrible loss.

Thank you for sharing Barbara with all of us. We feel fortunate for the time we had together and to have been part of a world with both of you together.

We send our condolences to you and all of of Barbara's and your closest family and friends.

If there's anything at all that we can do to be helpful, please let us know.

May Barbara's memory be for a blessing, always.

Love,

Larry, Cinthia, Jake and Celia

Edie Smolinski

December 31, 2013

What a good friend AMEN, now Arlington Thrive, lost in losing Barbara. We will always remember her amazing feats in procuring furniture and getting it to the neediest people in Arlington - showing compassion and humor with her wonderful spirit in giving. Barbara had a great impact on so many.

Tom and I send condolences to her wonderful family of whom she spoke lovingly.

With heavy hearts,
Tom and Edie

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