Barbara was born in Boston and raised in Dedham; the daughter of the late John and Veronica (Weschrob) Riley. Before moving to Harwich Port, Barbara lived in Dennis Port where she resided for 36 years.
Barbara was a customer service representative of New England Telephone Company for 26 years and last officed in Walpole.
Ever since Barbara was a child, she loved Cape Cod. She also had a deep devotion to Scottie dogs. Her happiest times were going to the beach on a beautiful sunny day with her dog by her side. She was also a member and sang in the choir at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in West Harwich, which she immensely enjoyed and made many friends as well.
Barbara is survived by her son Brian Kilroy and his wife Stephanie of South Dennis, MA; her daughter Barbara Riker and her husband Thomas of Norwood, MA and her sister Bonnie Hayward and her husband Donnie of Welaka, FL. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Barbara also leaves behind her beloved Scottie dog, Andy.
Visiting hours for Barbara will be held on Monday, November 29th from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Doane, Beal & Ames, 260 Main St. (Route 28) in West Harwich, MA 02671 followed by a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at Holy Trinity Church, 246 Main St. (Route 28), Harwich, MA 02671. Barbara will be laid to rest aside her husband Henry at Highland Cemetery, 320 Winter St., Norwood, MA 02062.
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