OBITUARY
Mrs. Esther S. Barbour
July 9, 1918 – January 5, 2012
Esther S. Barbour, 94, of Fremont died Saturday evening January 5, 2013 at her residence. She was born July 9, 1918 in Fremont, the daughter of Peter and Dorothea (Meyer) Ochs. On May 19, 1938, she married Sam F. Barbour; he preceded her in death January 30, 1992. Esther was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where she was active in the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament, the Rosary Society and the Marian Society. She also volunteered her time at Parkview Care Center and at St. Joseph and Sacred Heart cafeterias. Mrs. Barbour was owner and operator of “Esther’s Beauty Shop” for over 50 years. She was known for her homemade pies, being a die-hard Cleveland Indians fan and an avid pinochle player in the same card club for over 70 years. Surviving are her sons: Rick (Kathy) Barbour, Bill (Susan) Barbour both of Fremont, OH; daughters: Margaret (George) Ward of Ann Arbor, MI; Pat (Rod) Cutcher of Fremont, OH; Sue (Damon) Cerrone of Manassas, VA; daughter-in-law Paula Barbour of Keego Harbor, MI; 15 grandchildren; 9 great –grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Sam; son Kenneth Barbour; granddaughters Christine Ward, Kelly Cutcher and Sara Barbour; sister Norma Ochs and brother Richard Ochs. The family would like to express their gratitude to Fr. Mike Zacharias, Dr. Mark Hoelzle, Bev McClure, Susan Hoffman, Hospice of Memorial Hospital and Memorial Home Health for the services, support and compassionate care that they provided for Esther and her family.
Visitation will take place Friday, January 11, 2013 from 2-8 P.M. at Keller-Ochs-Koch-Mason Funeral & Cremation Service, 416 S. Arch Street, Fremont, OH. Vigil services will begin on Friday evening at 7:30P.M. A Mass of Resurrection will begin at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Zacharias officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. A funeral luncheon will take place at St. Joseph Parish Hall immediately after interment. Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Joseph Catholic Church, SJCC Catholic Education Development Fund, Hospice of Memorial Hospital or Memorial Home Health.
Services
- Mass of Resurrection Saturday, January 12, 2013
REMEMBERING
Mrs. Esther S. Barbour
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RECEIVE UPDATESChristopher and Stephanie Marion
January 23, 2013
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Claudia Ash Dansby
January 15, 2013
Rick & Kathy and Pat & Rod, Our thoughts and prayers are with your families. I remember my Dad, Aunt Susie Overmyer, and Aunt Ruth Gonya and Uncle Cletus talking about what Sam and Esther are doing. May your memories give you comfort.
Cindy (Getz) Kinney
January 13, 2013
Dear Sue B. and family--
I was so sorry to read about your mom's passing. She had a wonderful personality. May God grant you healing and peace in your time of loss.
Lori Hoff
January 12, 2013
Sue B.. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful mom. It was always a joy to talk with her when she volunteered at the school cafeteria. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you have time and would like to take a walk, call me.
Lori (Lawrence) Hoff
Carol Miller
January 12, 2013
To the Barbour family,
I did not know your mother/grandmother well, but she always had a smile. The word gracious comes to mind when I think of her.
God's peace and comfort to all of you.
Sincerely,
Carol Miller
Dave and Bonnie Bain
January 11, 2013
May your memories give you strength. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 11, 2013
We're so glad that we had a chance to know such a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family as you gather to celebrate her life.
Bob and Susan Chrysler
Lou & Diane Mayle
January 11, 2013
To the Barbour family,
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful woman with a gracious heart. She is one of my all time favorite people and we will miss her smile. She was a joy to be around. May her soul rest in peace.
Kay Warnke
January 11, 2013
Dear Barbour/Ward Family - I am so sorry to hear about your mom/grandma - what a wonderful legacy her life was - may your memories of her carry you through this sad time - my thoughts & prayers are with you and your families
Lauren and Simon Dance
January 10, 2013
Ward and Barbour Families- We were so sorry to hear about the loss of such a dear sweet lady. We will have you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dean Sherman
January 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dean and Laura Sherman
January 10, 2013
We have so many wonderful memories of your mother! She always had a smile and interest in how other people were doing. May your many wonderful memories of Esther sustain you.
Gene and Gail Bowlus Lorentz
January 10, 2013
Bill, Sue, Jake and Eric....so sorry to hear of your mom/grandma's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts during this sad time. Esther was always such a pleasant person to talk to whenever we were at one of your family gatherings. Another angel along with Sara watching over you. God's peace be with all of you.
Dewey, Geri and Kirt Munson
Cathy Eberly
January 10, 2013
To The Entire Barbour Family,
Your mom was such a lovely woman and I always enjoyed seeing her and talking to her at church and community activities. She is a part of many fond memories of Fremont. Take good care at this sad time in your lives. Sincerely, Cathy Eberly Lexington, MA
Jim Miranda
January 10, 2013
Bill,
My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. It sounds like she was a wonderful lady who helped mold your life into the successful one it is today.
Jim Miranda
Steve & Nancy Pfefferle
January 10, 2013
To all the Barbours, So sorry on the passing of your mother. May she rest in peace.
January 10, 2013
Sue and family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Your Mom was wonderful and Heaven just gained another sweet angel.
Carol Maier
Connie Bunn
January 9, 2013
To Sue B and Barbour family, heaven is a happier place now with your mom there. She is probably baking pies, doing perms and playing cards...getting the party kicked up! I loved your family so much as a child...so many fun memories of Sam and Esther! So happy we got to share a Golden Dragon lunch with Esther back in November. She was one feisty woman and her memory will live on in me. See you Friday night. Love, Connie
Linda Gegorski
January 9, 2013
Sincere sympathy to the whole family--she is now at peace--prayers/thoughts
January 9, 2013
To the Barbour Family:
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.. I can never remember your beautiful mom not being in my life. The haircuts when I was 6 or 7 years old, seeing her around and about, a smiling face and kind heart! Truly a beautiful person inside and out. We all can learn from her and her graciousness in living life as it should be. Blessings to all of you, she'll live forever in your hearts. Susan (Bork) Knieriemen
Antoinette (Toni) Shilling
January 9, 2013
Pat
I was so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Spieldenner Havens
January 9, 2013
To Sue B. and Family,
I have many wonderful memories of your Mother from our days in Camp Fire. Your Mother was a very faith-filled lady. My prayers are with all of you during this time of great loss.
Cindy (Schabel) Brogan
January 9, 2013
Bill & Sue - so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Nancy HRUPCHO
January 9, 2013
Dear Sue,
I was sadddened to hear about your mother's passing and with this little note would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family.
My heartfelt wishes,
Nancy HRUPCHO
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