I wish I would have known when I ran into you at tractor supply…. So sorry Kalyn.

Our sincere condolences to you at this time of sorrow. We pray for peace, courage, and the lords love to surround you and your family.

Dear Craig, 
 
We wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. 
 
- Gary, Julie, Autumn, Terri, Beth, Jaime, Jessica, & Lisa

Fridays will never be the same for me. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment I spent with all of you over the past several years. Through losses, challenges, family issues and tears there were also moments of breakthrough, healing, resilience and camaraderie. I cherish all of these, as I do now and will always cherish all of you. Craig and Kalyn, may you find comfort and peace in each other as you grieve.

So sorry for your loss, Barb was a wonderful woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I wanted to say we’re both so sorry to hear about Barb… She was such a kind, funny lady.  Some of my most remembered memories of her were when her, Alice, and mom were all sitting at the kitchen table talking and laughing until they cried.  I’m sure she’s at peace now and I’m sure her and mom are together and laughing now.  I’m so happy I was able to see her again and spend time with her at mom’s celebration of life too.

With deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Our deepest sympathy in losing Barbie. May she rest in peace.

I have many fond memories of Barb.   We spent a lot of time together when our boys were growing up together on Sloboda.  Always smiling, laughing.  She was the life of the party!   There was never a lull in the conversation with Barb.  She was funny and a lot of fun.  And she has to be one of the strongest people I know.   I’ll miss seeing her on her walks & giving her hugs.   Deepest sympathies to the Waffen family.   

My heart goes out to you and your family during this sad time. Much love and strength.

Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. 
 
Love, 
Hanna, Tyler, Cheryll, & Jim Littlefield

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I’m so sorry, Kalyn. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

My sympathy to the Waffen Family.

I spent many late afternoons hanging out with Barb after work in the late 80s, until the arrival of Kyle… then he and I hung out a lot on Saturday nights!

Prayers to the family,
Jennifer Corbett Farthing
Stewart Street neighbor, babysitter


My deepest sympathy to you all! Barbie was always fun and cute. So very sorry! She was a wonderful person.

Lots of great memories with Barbie. She would ride her pony to my house and I stayed all night at hers. We had to get up at 5:30 am and feed the horses. I sure wasn’t used to that lol. We played softball together and we later played in the city league for the phone company. Always smiling and laughing. Sad we lost touch when she moved away. Treasuring the memories though and prayers for her beloved family.

Craig & Kalyn, 

May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. 
So very, very sad to hear. If there is anything we can do, please come by. 
 
Your neighbors and friends,  
Dan & Diane Wolfe

Kalyn, 
 
We were all saddened to hear about the passing of your mother, and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  You are an awesome person and she was lucky to have you help care for her!

We grew up together as they were my neighbors in Southington. Sherry was my maid of honor in 1968. I loved their mom she raised the girls on her own as Mr. Bowker passed at a young age. My deepest condolences to the families.

I am so very sorry for your family’s loss.  Will miss Barb saying hi to me as she took her walk.

So sorry to hear this. To Barbie's family and sisters, prayers for God to walk you all through this horrible loss.

My deepest condolences to the family from the Phillip Osborne family.  Many memories of Barbara.  May she rest in Peace.

So sorry to hear this… RIP Barb 🙏🏻

She was such an endearing, sweet girl. Much condolences to the family.

So sorry to hear of the passing of our classmate and friend. Sincere condolences to her family. When I think of Barbie it is with a smile because of such great memories. I will hold those in my heart forever. Rest in peace my friend. ❤ 
Darlene Goss Litz

Dear Sherry, It's been years since I've seen your sister, Barb but I recognized her photo in the paper immediately.  It brought back such great memories of our times together at your home and around the pool. She was truly such a sweet person and I enjoyed her company.  I am truly saddened that you have lost your sister and hope that you and your family are doing well. RIP Barb.❤️

My prayers go out to Sherry and Shirley.  So many good memories about Barbie, Sherry, and mine childhood.  Sherry just know my prayers are with you and your family.  

Valerie Veits Reel

Heartbreaking... 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

She was a very sweet girl. Condolences to the family.

Sending our deepest sympathy for Barbie’s passing from Chalker High School Class of 1971. So very sad to hear of her health issues.   She always had a smile!  Such a cute and fun person.  Many fun memories especially of her on her pony.  Thankful for her life and for her friendship.  Rest in peace Barbie until we meet again.    

Oh Kalyn, you and your family are in my prayers.

I am so sorry to read this about Barbie. She was so sweet. I used to tell her the reason I had to start wearing glasses was because I kept trying on hers because they were so cute! Suzette told me about her stroke and I hated to hear that. Prayers for her family and all that knew and loved her. Another Wildcat gone to soon. My heart is sad. 😪

Kalyn, I’m so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Kalyn, I am so sorry for your loss. 💔 You will be in my thoughts!

Prayers for her family and friends. 🙏❤️

Sorry to hear about Barbie. Condolences to the family.

I’m very sorry for your loss. She was a great friend, I loved working with her. God has taken her pain away. I have MANY great memories working with her.  We worked well together.

I am so sorry! RIP Barbie! Praying for the family!

I am so very sorry to hear this. We were neighbors, school friends, and Barbie used to babysit for me when my daughter Tina was just a baby. I send my sincere sympathy to all of you. Prayers to her family of peace and comfort.

To her husband Craig, her kids Kalyn and Kyle and their families, much love and sympathy.  To her sisters Sherry and Shirley, love you both.  Sincere sympathy.  R.I.P. Barbie.

Barb was always friendly and willing to help. Prayers for her family.

Kalyn, I can’t imagine how difficult this loss is. Thinking of you and sending so much love. Let me know if you need anything.

OBITUARY

Barbara Jean (Bowker) Waffen

March 23, 1952 – February 7, 2023

Wappner Funeral Directors Ontario

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