Norm, I am so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. She was a ray of sunshine whenever I met with her or spoke to her. Treasure the memories. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Renee Pilley - AAA

Brother NORM,
Our most sincere condolences on the passing of your Beloved wife. May GOD Bless you and give you the strength to know that she is at peace and with the Lord.

The memory of Barb's friendship and laughter will remain in our hearts forever.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Norm.

Norm: I was saddened to find out about the loss of your wife. As a fellow graduate of St.Joes and the NYSP she will be in my prayers at Mass .

Dear Norm, 
Please accept my deepest sympathy.  You might recall our meeting many times as Barb worked for me when I was at the University of Buffalo in the Office of the President and later when I became a Vice President. She always had a strong work ethic and a wonderful and fun attitude. She talked about you and your family all the time. I still miss her talent and the high expectations she brought to everything she did.  The rwo of you shared many wonderful trips and times together.  I hope all of the many memories you shared will be of solace during this difficult time.  
Muriel (Moore) Howard

Norm, Aunt Lara and Family,
So sorry to hear about Barb. I remember whenever she was around there was a smile and laughs. Hugs and prayers are with you.  She is in great company!

Eric, Laurie, and Family,
Hold on to your memories and let them carry you through this sad time.

To the family,
     It was a pleasure knowing you barb and your happy spirit will be sadly missed.
                                                                                                         Joan grundner and family

I was blessed to have known Barb since the early 1980's. Always positive, upbeat, and accepting of all. Norm has been like a brother to me, and then Barb came along as a sister. Elizabeth and I were fortunate to share a great 90 minutes with her the morning she passed, sharing memories of great cruise vacations and California/Colorado times together. Barb made the world a better place. She has left a positive mark on everyone she touched. Elizabeth and I send our thoughts and prayers to Norm and the entire family.

Kristen:  Please accept my thoughts and prayers for you and your family on the passing of your Mom.  She will always live on through you.

Eric & Family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. My condolences to you and your family.

Eric & family:
Our deepest sympathy to you & your entire family...Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this sad time...Always cherish the memories of Barb, as they are pricelsss...God Bless...

Dear Norm,  Please accept my deepest sympathy.  I worked with her in the President's Office.  She made work FUN--always with a smile, an upbeat personality, and a willingness to help others.  I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.  Carla Benz

Dear Norm, So sorry to hear about Barbara.  We are thinking of you and hope your family and friends surround you with lots of love.  Barbara's Aunt Kathleen and Uncle Kenny and Family

Dear Norm, 
I as so sad and sorry for your loss.  We are away until April 15.  Know that you're all in my prayers, as always.
Sincerely,
Chris Haggerty and John Terpolilli

Dear Norm:
I am so sorry.  You know I just loved Barb and I remember the "girl parties" we had while I was her work study in Public Safety at Buff State in 1988-89. She had the greatest laugh. I was so happy you both attended my graduation party in the Boston Hills. Barb always had a way of making me feel better when I was struggling in school. She was a wonderful friend and a classy lady. My heart, prayers and love are with you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, Norm.  Barb was a really special lady.  I would not be where I am today had it not been for Barb.  She was my mentor and friend when I was just a teenager and her patience and guidance helped me through out my life.  I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch but I thought about the two of you often. I am deeply sorry for your loss.  Kath

To All the Birner Clan - Please know that you will all be in my prayers at this difficult time. I hope that knowing that Barb is no longer suffering will be a comfort to you all. Love, Mary Crocker

Norm, 
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Barb's passing. I will always remember her for her wonderful personality, her contagious laugh and the support she gave me to take the civil service test. It's been a while since I saw her on the Buff State campus but I'll never forget her. God bless you, and your family, during this most difficult time. Barb will be missed by many.

Our deepest sympathys are with you. Love Scott, Melinda and Keegan. We love you.         
We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, 
the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, 
your love is still our guide;
and though we cannot see you, 
you are always at our side. 
Our Family chain is broke, 
and nothing seems the same; 
but as God calls us one by one, 
the Chain will link again. We will miss you Barb.

OBITUARY

Barbara A. Birner

November 5, 1950 – February 26, 2013

Perna, Dengler, Roberts Funeral Home

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