December 22, 2013

Dear Mom
December 21, 2013, It has been one year since God decided it was time for you to watch over and take care of your family from heaven. Miss you so much but we are comforted by knowing that you are in a much better place and that one day we will all be with you again.
December 25, 2013, Merry Christmas, your second in heaven.  
Thinking of you, love, hugs and kisses from Dad, Angela, Nadine, Gerard, Michael, and John.

December 22, 2013

Hi Mom – Happy 1st Anniversary in Heaven – We love and miss you very much! We spent time with you at the house – Nadine joined in on skype.  Enjoy Christmas with your family – Love Angela, your daughter (arbarbaro@aol.com)

December 17, 2013

Dear Mom
One year in Heaven, Dec 21, 2013. Miss you so much, think about you every day and what it must be like in Heaven. I know that you are watching over us all. Merry Christmas, love you. Someday will see and be with you again.
Love your son Gerard

Dearest Uncle Vic, Ang, Nadine, Gerard, Michael, and John,

It is very hard to express our sadness over the lose of Aunt Gloria. We know that she is at peace and she is now with all the love ones we have lost before her. She had Christmas with the Lord, My Dad, Fred and Francis, Aunt Margie, Uncle Matty and Jerry, and all the family and friends that look over us everyday. May you all find peace in her never ending love.

Rose and Aunt Jo. and family

Uncle Vic, Angela, Nadine, Gerard, Michael, John
Sometimes you need someone who’ll listen, someone who’ll smile, someone who’ll care about you, to just be around.  Sometimes you need someone who’ll help you, to share with you, and those are the times when you could depend on your Mother to always be there. Your Mother, My Aunt was all of the above to me also. We would talk every week.  Our conversation would be of her family, my family and food. She loved you all very much, especially the Grand Kids and Great Grand children. Our parents are the greatest gift in life.  They are a wonderful examples of the way we should live. They helped us to trust in others, to be kind, and to show concern. The LOVE our parents gave us, helped us love others in return.  Aunt Gloria, had the gift of loving and caring.  We really connected after my mom passed away.  I will really miss her. She was a blessing and help to me.

Love to all
Michele

Dear Uncle Vic, Angela, Nadine, Gerard, Michael and Johnny,
Although we cannot be with you, we are with you in spirit.  You are all in our prayers especially during the Christmas season and this most difficult time.  We love you all and May our Lord’s grace be with you always.  Take care of Uncle Vic and stay close together as your mom would like.
Loveyour cousins,  Joyce and Joe Vernieri, Laurie, Tom, Craig and families.
Joyce Vernieri

Dear Grandma Gloria,

Mommy and daddy told me that you went to heaven and not to be sad.  They told me that you are now with Jesus.  I will miss you grandma.  Thank you for letting me play with all of your dolls when I came to visit you.  Please say hello to Nana Winn, Toby & Ben.

Love your Granddaughter,
Abigail Winn

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF SUCH A DEAR AND GENTLE WOMAN. WE UNDERSTAND WHY SHE MEANT THE WORLD TO YOU.

JOHN AND CHRISTINE BALL

On December 21, 2012 Aunt Gloria and my mom, Lorraine were reunited to be with their primary family. Auntie, I know you wanted to stay with Uncle Vic and your beautiful family forever but sadly it was time to be home, safely, in peace where there are no more Dr. visits and painful struggles. You did a wonderful job with your life, your family, your garden and the love and memories you left us with fill our hearts and remind us of what is important. Thank you for loving us, caring and showing us how to live a strong, meaningful life. You were the best sister and friend to my mom. I know you must be happy again together,  waiting patiently for us to be with you when our time comes.
 My condolences to your family for their loss at this sad and difficult time. I will cherish the memories of our time together, Aunt Gloria.
 With much love, Renee Kabbaby

Dear Mom,
I remember the first time I met you, we have laughed about it together a number of times since.  You introduced me to everyone as John’s Fiance even though I think we had only had 2 dates. I guess you knew as only a Mom can even then.
I will always admire how strong you were in your fight against the cancer and how long you stayed so strong.
I sadly also remember so vividly the last time I saw you, when you were still being the amazingly strong woman you were even though you were getting ready to go to heaven.  I will never forget your last three words to me "I Love You." Thank you for telling me, that meant so much. 
You are an amazing courageous lady who will never be forgotten by your family, and I hope is now reunited with the many loved ones you missed so much.
Love your daughter in law,
Salli-Ann.
Salli-Ann Barbaro

Dear Mom

It’s been a little over a month since God decided it was time to take you back home. Still hard to believe that you are no longer here with us, but I know that you are watching over us. We all miss you so much and think about you everyday.

Its that time of the year, Happy 87th Birthday, number 1 in Heaven! Will have a piece of cake and sing Happy Birthday, but wish you were here. Your birthday celebration in heaven must be something very special.

Will never say goodbye only that in time we will see you later.

Love you always
Gerard

Happy 87th Birthday to Our Beautiful Mother – Hi mom – happy 1st birthday in heaven – hope there is a special celebration for you – we all miss you terribly. John went to visit with you today – you are in our hearts. I went to mass for you on the 21st (can’t believe a month has gone by) and today. I talk to you every day – hope you can hear me and see you shinning and smiling upon us. Until we all meet again, Love and miss you, your daughter, Angela

Dear Mom,

Happy 87th Birthday, your first in Heaven.  I wish we could have all been celebrating with you today mom, though I know you were looking down upon us all on this special day.

I came to visit with you today.  It has been almost a month now since I was last there and it felt good to be back where you are now resting.  I laid some flowers beneath you for your birthday.  I know what you would say mom, “why did you buy real flowers, they won’t last long”.  Well, I bought some real ones and synthetic roses that will last forever!

I said a prayer and chatted with you and played some Glenn Miller music.  I hope you got a hold of Glenn to have a birthday dance together.
I think about you every day mom and I miss you terribly.  I look at your pictures and think of the many special times we have all shared and it helps me through the difficult times.  At times, I do get sad.  But, I think of the beautiful place that you are now in and it makes me feel better knowing that someday, we will all be together again.

Mom….I Love You
Your son John

To my mama on her birthday January 23, 2013
Here is the song I wrote for you mama for your birthday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOMMY
I’m so blessed to know you
All the angels and saints
Are singing to you cause
The real gift is you
Happy Birthday Mommy
Mommy I LOVE YOU
Happy Birthday Mommy
Yes today is your day
All the joy that you gave
All the love that you shared
The real gift is you
Happy Birthday Mommy
Mommy I LOVE YOU

Mommy, Happy Birthday 87 years old. One month young in heaven.
I miss you my sonflower Gloria.XXXXXXXXOOOOOO

I LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER
NADINE

Hi Grams,

Happy birthday in heaven! I’m sure you had a spectacular celebration. The kids and I sang songs for you all day, and Adrienne wore a new sunflower shirt for you, too! I posted one of my favorite pictures of you for all of my friends to see on the computer, and they all agreed that you are gorgeous…but you already knew that! We miss you so much! You will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts.

Love you tons,
Shara and the kids

Hi Mom – Happy 1st Valentine’s Day in Heaven – I love and miss you very much! your daughter Angela (Angela Barbaro)

Grams,

I know I’m not the only one who had a hard time getting through our first Christmas without you. Gavin, Trevor and Adrienne have been singing to you, "Gloria in excelis deo" and "Johnny give me apple…" I’m sure you can hear them! We miss you so much already, but I’m glad you got to celebrate Jesus’ birthday with Him today! Merry Christmas Grams.

Love you always,
Shara, Jeff, Gavin, Trevor and Adrienne xoxo

Gram,

I want to thank-you for loving food and cooking as much as you did. If it wasn’t for what you have taught my mom I would have never had the inspiration as a young child to grow into the Pastry Chef I am today. I remember when you taught me how to make Jibneh, the syrian string cheese, with mom while I was still in elementary school. Those memories are very precious to me. One of the first things out of your mouth every time I, or anyone really, came to your house was, "Are you hungry? Eat something."

I can’t even imagine all the beauty you are seeing right now in front of you! But you now also can look down upon your whole family and see us grow at the same time.

Love You Always,

Anthony

O, I can still hear your voice, "Johnny give me apple, Johnny give me pear,…"

Please accept our sincere and most heartfelt sympathy in the passing of our Aunt Gloria. Her suffering has ended. May her memory remain with us forever.

Our Love and Prayers
Natalie & Basil Saoud & Family

Uncle Vic, Angela,Nadine,Gerard, Michael and Johnny,

We are saddened by the news of our beautiful Aunt Gloria. She was not only my aunt but our friend. We will remember all the times we have spent with her and thank God for the internet, we were able to Skype and talk to her just before she passed. Take care of Dad. We will be remembering her in our Liturgy especially at Christmas….

Our deepest sympathy,
Reggie and Bill Siouffi and Family

To My Beautiful Mother – no words can express the emptiness felt in my heart and the love that I feel for you. I have several of your voices messages that I listen to every now and again which will bring me much comfort. It’s hard to put thoughts together during this sad time in our lives. I’ll miss spending hours with you doing your beloved passion “yard work”. Dad would say “Glor enough” and you would keep on going for hours! Even when you were in pain this was your salvation. I could never keep up with you! There is so much to say. There are no good byes – just so long for now. You worked so hard to stay with us as you struggled with your illness – even when you were in so much pain you would say “I’m OK”. It was an honor and privilege to be able to take care of you. You taught us to be a strong and loving family. You are with your family and friends. Dad misses you terribly. We are all here to help him get through this together. Watch over us…..I Love you, mom – forever, your loving daughter, Angela

Dear Uncle Vic and Cousins,

My heart is saddened with the loss of Aunt Gloria. The memories and good times she gave us will never pass and be a part of us always. We are all better for having her in our lives and we are thankful God has shared her with us. She is only as close as our thought and memories. Our prayers are with all of you now and always.

Nick and Cece

Dear mom – it has only been a day since you left us and it seems so surreal around here. The house has an empty feeling to it and things are just not the same without you. You were the strength of our family and you held everything together. You were such a strong person and this strength shone through during your long fight with cancer. Even though you were in tremendous pain and discomfort, you always remained resilient and never wanted attention focused on your illness. You wanted us to continue on with our lives and were more concerned with how we were doing and if we were happy. Your courage and faith during your illness will be an inspiration that I will hold onto the rest of my life. Being a parent, I now can understand the sacrifices you made for your family, you always put us first. I am so happy that you were able to share the joy of my wedding day and the birth of my daughter. You have been such an inspiration to me mom. You have taught me to be a kind and caring individual with a strong regard for others. Thank you for all you have done for me. Yesterday was the most difficult day of my life. I had to say goodbye to you. I know you are at peace and in a better place with Jesus Christ and will be looking down upon us from heaven. I will miss you terribly mom, you will be in my thoughts every day. Mom, I love you – Your son John

To my mother, my best friend – What an amazing person you are. From a young girl to a married women to a mother. You set before me examples of life that you yourself followed. Your bravery to accept what would ultimately allow you to rest till eternity makes me feel like I can conquer anything. You were so courageous and faithful, never admitting your hurts and pain. You always made others feel special. Mama you are my best friend always and forever.

I will miss our talks at night and our silly and then serious discussions. Mama if I had to give you up to someone, I’m so very happy I’ve given you up to Jesus. I feel in my heart that your mansion in heaven is as spectacular as we read about in the Bible. How great it must feel to be in the presence of our Lord and Savior. You said life will be hard at times but to keep my eyes on Jesus. He will make everything right one day. Mama, you loved life. Our relationship was so very special. I’m proud to be called your daughter. I always tried to look my best for you and do my best for you. Your love for my children and your great grandchildren brought joy to your heart and mine. They will miss you greatly. I’m thankful for all the pictures we have taken over the years. It will allow all of us to remember the sweet, gentle, loving and caring person you are. I am honored to be able to take care of you as you have taken care of me. Until the day we all meet again in heaven mama. See you later. Your loving daughter, Nadine XXXXOOOO

P.S. I bought a Swarovski sunflower. I am calling it “Gloria, my sonflower,” because you are with the Son of God. AMEN

Dear Grandpa, Mom, Aunty Ann, Uncle Gerard, Uncle Mike, and Uncle John, Words can’t express how deeply saddened I am that grandma has passed, although I know she is in a better place, a place of no sadness or pain. I loved her greatly, and will always. She was the most caring, loving, and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to us all. She is a blessing and a testament to what faith in God can do, as she stayed so strong and positive, for so long. I will always cherish our daily conversations, and will keep the wonderful memories close to my heart. I am so thankful that she was able to know all of my children, enjoy them, and watch them grow as much as she did. They loved her, and prayed for her every night with me. We have been blessed beyond measure, to have had her in our lives. I want nothing more than to be there with you, and I’m so sorry I can’t be, but I know she, and you, know where my heart is. She is now our angel, and will forever be remembered.
John 14, 1-3,

"Let not your heart be troubled: if you believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions, if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself, that where I am, you will be also."
Psalm 23

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures: he leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul, he leads me in the path of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me. Thou prepare a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:thou anoint my head with oil, my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."

I read this poem, and wanted to share: "We feel a warmth around us, like your presence is near, and we close our eyes to visualize your face when you were here. We remember the times we spent together and they are locked inside our hearts, for as long as we have those memories, we will never be apart. Even though we cannot speak anymore, your voice is always there, because every night before we sleep, we have you in our prayers."

Your new life has begun! I know we will all be reunited again, someday in heaven. Until then, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

I love you Grandma Gloria, and will miss you always. God Bless You.

Love always,your granddaughter,
Shara

To My Beloved Wife, Gloria

My love for you started 64 years ago when I first met you in your red pig tails. Having five wonderful children, seven beautiful grandchildren, five lovely great grandchildren our love continued to grow throughout the years.

The day finally came on Dec 21 2012, the good Lord decided it was time to take you home. Even through you are no longer here I am left with the great memories that we created and our family. You are now with your family in heaven watching over me. Glor, always thinking about you, will miss you, until we see each over again…. Love always, your husband, Vic

Vic Barbaro

Kindly accept my deepest sympathy. Another angel has arrived in heaven. May all of you be strong and loving during this difficult time of your lives. May God look down upon all of you and show his love and compassion during this Holy Season. Angela, may the good Lord be with you, your father and brothers and sisters during this time. Please call and let me know if you need anything when you return to Lake Carmel. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

John Knight

To Uncle Vic, Angela, Nadine, Gerard, Michael and Johnny,

So very sorry for my Aunt Gloria’s passing. She is now with my mom and her family. She was a very sweet and loving person and she will be forever in our hearts. Take care of Uncle Vic. She is at peace and you will all be in our thoughts during this Holy Season.

Our deepest sympathy,
Diane and Joe Rowek, Louis and Tara, Christina and Matthew

To My Beautiful Mother

It’s hard to accept that we will no longer see your smiling face, you working in your garden, playing with your grand children and great grandchildren. 86 years young but had so much more life to live. Remember how we talked about you staying strong and making it to 100 and I always signed my cards to you that way! Well, you did not quite make it to 100 here on this earth, God decided it was time so let’s start counting now from heaven.

I am forever grateful for all that you have done for me, being supportive, understanding, your unconditional love and simple things like just guiding me to be a good person. You always tried to find the best in people. I know that you sacrificed yourself many times for me and your family, that came first. Even at the very end when we all knew you were suffering so bad you never complained and said it will be alright, just to comfort us. But what I will remember most is your strong dedication to your faith and your encouraging words, “pray to Jesus and He will take care of you”. I know that we joked around a lot, but Mom know that I took to heart all that you said. There will always be a special place in my heart for you. I will miss you dearly. I will never say goodbye only that I will see you later. I know that you are still watching over me and your family from above and will continue to guide us. After all, you left us with a strong foundation, so many memories to carry on until that day when we will all be together again. Merry Christmas, your first in heaven, say hi to Jesus, wish Him a happy birthday, dance with Glenn Miller, plant your flowers, take care of the children, enjoy your family up above.

Your number one (oldest)and sometimes crazy son, Gerard. Love you always Mom, (Joey,our little joke!)

Gerard Barbaro

Dear Momma,

From May 25th of 1964 and until this past Friday, December 21st 2012, it has always been "the seven of us"…. We six are now left here without you Momma, and we bare a great hole in our hearts… until we can join you again, someday, and be whole again… We cared for you at home, and we know you are now, truly Home, and in the Hands of the Best Caregiver ever ! I imagine how wonderful it must be… you are now re-united with your brothers and sisters, and Father, and Mama-Nadima…I miss you terribly, I cry for you in pain, and then I remember where you are….and I cry for you out of joy and happiness…I look up at the sky, and I know you are smiling at me. Don’t worry (too much) about Daddy, we will take good care of him. I love You Momma,

Love,
Michael

We are very sadden of beloved grandma Barbaro today. She was a great lady, very loving and warm, every time we had the pleasure of being with her, she was always gracious and caring. She had a loving husband and children, she was surrounded by them until her last moment. Now she is resting in the bosom of our Dear Lord Jesus, no more pain, no more treatments or medications.
You will miss her a great dear, but all the sweet memories and love will remain in your heart. Please convey our love to grandpa, your mom and the whole family. May the Lord be your strength and comfort.

Love,
Pa & Ma Chu

Grammy,

Few grandchildren have the privilege of spending 33 years with a grandparent. Even fewer have the privilege of sharing those years with such an amazing woman. I am one of the few that fit into both categories.

I’ll miss you telling me to kiss my wife, Eunice, and our daughter Lydia. I’ll miss even more that you won’t be able to kiss my son–at least not until you both meet in heaven.

I’ll miss talking about family history, Syrian history and Brooklyn history. I’m honored that I can still walk around your old neighborhood and shop at the same places that you did over 50 years ago. I loved buying you the farina and wheat from Sahadi’s–I will miss that so much. It’s amazing how something so simple can be so special.

I’ll miss you calling me the wrong name–whether it be Anthony, Gerard, Michael or John. You called me "laymuunah" (which means lemon in Arabic). I never knew why, nor did I question it. It was your cute way of being so endearing. We named one of Lydia’s favorite dolls "laymuunah" a few months ago. She often calls for him and takes care of him like a big sister already.

While I’ll miss you for all these, and other, reasons while I sojourn on this earth, we all look forward to the day that we’ll meet again in heaven. We had many discussions about our personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ–I know that you knew Him, and I know that He knows you.

Until that day, you will be missed, Grams!

Love you so very much
Raymond

Grandma, I am ever so grateful for the love you poured out on me from the very beginning. I’ll always remember your sweet smile and warm laugh. One of my favorite memories with you is when you held Lydia on your lap. You sheltered her in the warmth of your jacket and both of you were so content.

We loved to hear your stories about when you were a girl and adventures in NYC. Thank you for passing along your knowledge of Syrian cooking. We’ll make sure to carry on the recipes. We love you so much!

Love, Eunice, Lydia & Bambino

Our deepest sympathy to the Barbaro Family, Uncle Vic, Angela, Nadine, Gerard, Michael and Johnny and their extended families. She is now resting in peace with her entire family, Mama Nadima,her father, my mother and all the other siblings. She is now without any suffering or pain and some day we will all meet again. Aunt Gloria will always be remembered.

Always in our hearts,
Camille and Nick Baldo, Kim, Dana, Cara and family