Obituaries
Barbara J. Farrow, 74
October 02, 2022
If you’re reading this, I have passed through the light to the other side into the open arms of Jesus. At least I hope so. I passed away on October 2nd, 2022 after waging an almost constant battle with MMMT carcinosarcoma ovarian cancer.
I am survived by two siblings, my older brother, Ronald Eugene Vadakin (Wanna) and my younger sister Sue Ellen Vadakin Alderman (Elliott) and nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. I am also survived by my only child, Courtney Meagher Ludwick of WV, son-in-law Michael and the joy of my life, my only grandson, Jason. I am also survived by a step granddaughter, Brianna (Brandon), Braddox and Brock, my great grandsons. Lastly, and most importantly, I am survived by Donald Palmatary Sr, who I met in February 2016, while in remission. Don and his family have been by my side from the chilly, sunny day we met in Lititz Springs Park until I took my last breath. To Kristin, Tad, Courtlyn, Carson, Don Jr, Liz, Chase, Cole, and Don, I love you all.
This is where I list clubs, hobbies, activities and accomplishments of my life. It’s a short list, folks! I loved decorating our home, travel, hiking, walking and talking. I loved our pups, Cassy and Mira, more than words can express. I loved food. I loved my friends and spending time with them. Joan. My Teal Sisters. Trips to Rehoboth DE with Gabie to shop, walk, eat and drink margaritas. Emailing with Glenda across the country, never meeting in person but connected like the soul sisters we were. Getting together with my work girls, who were supportive following my diagnosis in August 2014. You know who you are and I love you! I hope you thought I was a good friend.
Much Love and gratitude goes out to my loving, caring neighbors and friends, Jan, Bob, Nancy, Chuck, Susan, Stu, Pat, Dori and many others in our wonderful neighborhood. I cannot forget to mention the loving care extended to me by Anna and her Hospice team.
I was a loyal employee and worked from age 16 in the summers to full time employment at age 18 to my retirement at age 70. Conestoga Motor Inn during high school summers, Pratt & Whitney Aircraft and Management Recruiters in CT. When I returned to Lancaster, the Sheridan Hotel, The Horst Group, Boyd/Wilson Company, Reprint Management Services (now YGS Group) and lastly, EIC Comfort Home (CLEAResult) from where I retired. I loved all my jobs and the friendships I made, are everlasting.
For those of you who jumped ship after my diagnosis, you had your reasons and who am I to judge? To Dennis, Brad and Tom, I am sorry for the pain. To Evelyn of Marietta, Ohio, I hope you rot in hell for the unspeakable things you did to five year old me. I never forgot and carried the shame my entire life.
And finally to my Mom Dorothy, my Father Eugene, and Stepdad Herb, I hope I am with you today.
There will be no service. Please consider a donation in my name to the non-kill animal facility of your choice or NOCC.
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Condolences to the Family
May 14, 2023
I met Barbara while shopping at Kohls in 2011 where she was working at the time. I was so impressed by her that I offered her a job to come and work at EIC Comforthome.
Barbara was one of the hardest workers and loved interacting with our customers in need. She was one of the kindest people that I ever met and on behalf of CLEAResult we are lucky to have had her as a friend and employee. I remember getting the call from her when she first received the diagnosis and was with her during her first sessions of chemo. Barbara was the definition of grit and grace.
I’m so sorry that we lost touch. I thought about you often and still have your office items that I will keep always.
Will see you again on the other side. Until then..
Much love!
Nicole
November 17, 2022
There are certain people that we lose as they move on to Heaven that really impact you. Sometimes you knew them for just a short time and sometimes for many years. Barbara was a positive soul. Every moment and interaction was positive. Even in her battle these last years. You will be missed and but have left a piece of your memory in all the hearts that came to know you.
scottyp
October 26, 2022
I am sending sincere condolences to Barbara’s family. I know her from the neighborhood and she always makes me laugh. She had been such a strong person and her heartfelt selfwritten obituary reflects that. She joked about being with God but you and I both know that she is absolutely there with Him and her loved ones. God Bless all of you.
October 09, 2022
To Don, Mira and Cassy and to Barbara’s Friends and Family who we do not know, we send our deepest Condolences in your loss. May Barbara’s Memory be Eternal.
George, Noi, and Lucy
October 08, 2022
I will miss our messages to each other about the birth of grandchildren and journey with illness since 2018. Looking forward to meeting again in heaven. Praying for Don and family.
October 08, 2022
Courtney, my deepest condolences for the loss of your mom. I can still remember seeing her walk down the spiral staircase at your home in Millersville, always dressed beautifully. She would always ask me if I ate breakfast before she drove us to school. She was very sweet and I’m very sorry for your loss. Missy Moriarty-Riehl
October 06, 2022
To those that knew, loved, and supported Barbara
I did not know Barabar, but I wish I did. I read the obits all the time. The world needs more Barbara’s. I sure hope there is some comfort in reading her words.
Evelyn
October 05, 2022
To the family and friends of this wonderful woman, my sincerest condolances. Barbara’s passing will obviously leave a ‘hole’ that will never be filled.
I happened on this obituary completely by accident (perusing for a friend’s passing). What a brave thing to do; writing to honor your life as you lived it and those who lived it with you, walking that path with you hand in hand. Offering no excuses and providing no reasons ‘why’.
The best part was the final zingers to those that ‘attempted’ to discredit and destroy this woman’s life. She had the last, wonderful word, and that is that.
If Barbara had lived longer I know we would have been friends and I would have learned even more about life than I know from my own 66 years of living.
Touche’ Barbara; now you can truly rest in peace!
