Twenty years ago, I met Barb, a fellow-Canadian in Yardley. She was a kind, generous soul who shared her enthusiasm for fine food, teas, the arts and Canadian chocolate bars. Health challenges led her to blaze an atypical path through life. Along that path she cultivated a beautiful community of friends, many of whom I was lucky to come to know. Barb accepted the tough hand she was dealt with dignity and immeasurable strength. Her extraordinary life challenges gave her deep insight that she would gently share. I’ll miss this strong gentlewoman.

I met Barbara at bible study in Yardley. We weren’t around one another that often, or when I would run into her in town…she was always so interested and warm. After reading her obit- wow- what an accomplished woman. Really wish I would have known her more.

Praying for swag- that god will bring you strength, wisdom and guidance during these most difficult times.

I find in my grief, if I can stay in the gratitude lane- it helps. All the many blessings received from Barbara.

Sending hugs of love to each of you,
Sharon

Dearest Cary family,
I’m so very sorry to learn of Barbara’s passing. She was a loving woman who celebrated her children in so many different ways. She will be sorely missed. Sending Hannah and Nick love.

I’m so sorry for the loss your family has sustained. She was a kind woman and I always enjoyed the conversations we had as I grew up. She was always ready with a smile and never failed to ask how I was. She will be deeply missed.

I met Barbra about 17th ago at a MOPs group (mothers of preschooler's) in Yardley Pa. Both our youngest boys were the same age. Barbra and I instantly connected. We talked about everything. I thought how interesting a person Barbara was, and she thought the same about me.😊. We lost touch when the boys started elementary school and reconnected years later when they both attended high school. We took lots of walks together but they started to become fewer and fewer. I guess this may have been around the time she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. I have missed our walk over the past few years and our conversations about everything under the Sun. Rest easy Barbara.

It’s difficult to believe we’re saying goodbye to someone who brought so much light into our lives. Barbara and I shared unforgettable adventures since high school—from late nights in Montreal to beach days in Venice and countless moments in between. Even though life took us in different directions as we raised our families, reconnecting these past few years reminded me of her kindness, humor, and boundless spirit. Her friendship was a gift, one I will always treasure. Rest in peace, dear friend. You’ll be so deeply missed.

I was so sorry to hear the news Barbara had passed away. I had the chance to meet with her several times over the last year and a half and enjoyed the little time I had around her. Her tenacity was an inspiration to me as she reminded me so much of my older sister, who also had significant struggles in life, and fought the same way. Praying for her, as well as her family and friends.