July 30, 1931 – June 8, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Root just shy of her 90th birthday. Predeceased by the love of her life, husband Donald (1978). Loving mother of David and Sandra Root and Janet and Bill Benson. She will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren Kyle Root, Patrick (Michelle) Benson, Holly (Arthur) Strauss and Brett Benson. Barbara was a proud great-grandmother to Kiel and Kevin Root, Addison and Peyton Strauss. She was a devout member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and more recently, Paulin Memorial Church. Mom was a tireless volunteer over the years and devoted countless hours to such organizations as Grace Hospital Women’s Auxiliary, Huron Lodge, Air Force Club of Windsor and the Laura K. Pelton Missionary Society. She was an avid knitter, enjoyed a hot cup of tea and curling up with a good romance novel. Special thanks to the caring and compassionate staff at Heron Terrace where mom has begrudgingly resided for the past 3 years. In kindness, donations in Barbara’s name to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. A private family service will take place at the Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Centre followed by interment at Victoria Memorial Gardens.
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