Dear Mary, Lou and Family,

Barbara was a Treasure... Like a fine pearl whose luster lights the room... with Intelligence and Perception... always knowing the right thing to say or do... Beautiful... with a smile that reflected from the inside out, yet Barbara, so unassuming... Loving...of her family, friends and all God's Creation - especially Ginger.  We will miss this Gem whose light has been extinguished for us down here on Earth... But Heaven is basking in the glow of a new Star... Barbara!

I will miss you Barbie Doll.

BARB I STILL MISS YOU ALOT.I STILL CANT FORGET THE RAINBOW THAT SHINED FOR YOU .THANK YOU ALOT FOR BEING MY FRIEND.TO MOM AND LOU I AM VERY SORRY.IT WAS NICE TO MEET BOTH OF YOU.THE RAINBOW WAS SO BRIGHT WITH THE WATER SALUTE.JAN MCO

Lou - very sorry to hear of your loss.
All of the frat out here in the Philly area express our deepest condolences.

I worked with Barbara at Eastern Airlines in Orlando.  I don't remember when Barbara was not laughing, or smiling.  In fact, it's very hard for me to remember her in a bad mood!

  It was an experience and a pleasure working with her.  After Eastern Airlines went out of business in 1991 I became a Police Officer with the Orlando Police Dept.  Years later I had a tour of duty at the airport where I use to see Barbara once in a while.  She still had that big jovial smile on her face!  It was to soon for such a fine person, but only GOD has the answers.

  I am very sorry for your lost. She will be remembered by all who new her.
May God bless your family and help you heal.

I worked with Barbara at Eastern Air Lines. Her personality, beauty and charm always stood out. I am so sorry to her of her passing. Please know  that she was loved by everyone who come in contact with her. We had a lot of great times at Eastern and she will be remembered. God Bless your family.
Becky Smith (Eatern Air Lines Orlando, FL)

Aunt Mary, Louie and Family,
Barbara is in Gods arms now.  She will be missed.

Love and prayers to Barb's family.  I had worked at National/Pan Am and retired from the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and have known Barb for many years.  She was such a delightful person!  RIP

Greg Cookson   Orlando, FL

To My Dear Aunt Mary Gacek, Lou and family:

Barbara was a Fabulous person with a Beautiful Soul to match!!  She was not into impressing you, but wanting to know how she could be of "Service" to you. 
She had a very big heart, and reminds me alot of Jesus!  For those traits, she is loved, cherished and remembered.

I will remember Barb for her smile and laugh. I can still hear her laugh.I worked with Barb at American Airlines in Orlando. My condolences to Barb's family.  RIP lovely lady!!

To go so young!  The pictures of her life are awesome.  She was lucky to have such a loving family around her at all times.  Rest in Peace, Barb.

Mrs. Gacek, Lou, Betsy and family,

Every once in a while we're given someone in our lives that leave us with a beautiful lasting memory. Barb is one of those people for me.  I think of her growing up as my sister's childhood friend and Louie's little sister.  She had the most infectious, beautiful giggle that echos in my mind today as if I had just heard it.  Thank you for sharing her with our family.  You have my deepest sympathy.

I had the priviledge of working with Barbara at American Airlines.  She was the anchor on the night shift.  She always kept things fun and lively.  That is my enduring memory of her.  Thanks for sharing your wonderful daughter/sister/cousin/niece/aunt with us.  She will always be in my memory. Rest in peace,  you are with our Savior now Barbie!  Godspeed!

My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and her Family. I am so saddened to hear of her passing. I worked with Barbara in Orlando for many years. She always brought a smile to my face when I saw her. May she rest in peace.

I knew Barb in high school and remember her well. She always had a smile and a kind word. Very sorry and sad to here of her passing. May God comfort and embrace all of you in your time of sorrow. Her spirit will be with you always. God bless.

I am so sad to hear that Barb has passed.  She was one of the sweetest people I've ever known.  My thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones.

Barb, you will be missed very much.  You were such a spark and full of life!  Enjoyed my visits to Orlando to see you.  My condolences to Aunt Mary, Lou, Betsy and family on your deep loss.  Love, Karen, David, Kevin and Kaitlin Casey

Aunt Mary, Lou, and Family.
Barbara (I called her "Zelda") was a very special person to all in the family and we share this loss with you. We know that she is in heaven today with Jesus and with Uncle Lou.            You are all in our prayers.

Cousin Mary & Family,
How I know you will miss your shining angel.  She will now be brightening heaven, but I know how hard it must be to lose a part of yourself much too soon.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this trying time.
Kim Worrell Lorch  (Carol Jean's daughter, London, OH)

I am so sorry.  The only words I have is to keep Barbara in your hearts and remember the good times, and she will be always with you.  I will add Barbara to my angel list.  All our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joseph Brenzovich, class of '61

To my beautiful friend Barbara,
I will miss you forever, hearing your voice,seeing you laugh,and sharing our day to day events that will never be the same without you! My deepest condolences to Lou & Mary and the entire family.
For by His Love He brought you into the world,
By His providence He led you through it,
And by His command he brought you home.
God Speed Barbara, Love, Patti Rapier

Barb, words are unable to express my sadness but I am sure that you are looking down. I have known you since 7th grade and we have been friends ever since. To all of your family you have my condolences. I know she will be missed by all. We shared birthdays and alot of laughs. I will miss you Chris B. May god bless you and keep you bathed in his light.

Dear Lou and Betsy and the Gacek Family, We are deeply sorry for your loss and send our prayers to you all at this time.

Mrs. GAcek, Lou, Mary and family

My heart goes out to all of you.  What a sad, untimely passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I learned of Barbara's passing at church yesterday morning. I was a 1979 graduate of Jefferson-Morgan. So sorry for your loss.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb, a beloved friend and co-worker at both Eastern and American Airlines. She's a beautiful person, a delightful soul and I will miss her terribly. My deepest sympathy to Barb's family and friends.

Aunt Mary, Lou and Family,

When God calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange.  Let them guide you during this time of sadness.  May God's love make your grief bearable.

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace.

To my wonderful cousin and friend...You shall be missed more than you can ever know. But it would be selfish for any of us to want you to stay under the conditions that you endured.  Now like the eagle that soared over my home the day I found out, you are free with the Lord.  God bless your family and watch over us.

OBITUARY

Barbara Gacek Whatley

November 2, 1960 – January 26, 2012

Behm Funeral Homes, Inc.

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