Contributions to the tribute of Barbara Jane McKenney

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Linda Oliver posted a condolence

Thursday, September 19, 2024

To Bruce, Beth, Scott & family, I was just informed of Barb’s passing this evening, from another retired school district employee. I’m so saddened to hear this news. My condolences go out to you & your family. I worked with Barb @ School District office on Lancaster Ave., from June 1980 to 1997. I was in the Payroll Dept., working with the late Rita Hooley, and Barb sat directly across from me, working along side with the late Kenny Brigden, in the Purchasing Dept. I remember working also with you, Beth, as you worked in the computer room. So many great memories & laughs were shared over all of those years. It was such a busy office & we all needed the comic relief to keep us going. Barb provided that so well & her laugh was one of a kind. The last time I saw Barb was when the whole gang of us girls, who formerly worked at the District Office, decided to get together up at Saint John Marina in June, a year or two ago. We had a blast & laughed and talked the whole time. Food was awesome too. Artie Donaldson made an appearance as well. We had perfect weather & a perfect night. It was a great memory that all of us will never forget. Rest in peace, Barb.

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Lynn Charlton posted a condolence

Saturday, September 7, 2024

So very sorry for your loss Bruce, my condolences to you, family and friends. She was a lovely lady. May you rest in peace sweet lady.

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Carla Munn posted a condolence

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Dear Paddy and Scott: I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Keep your memories close to your heart and your mother will be with you always.. Love, Carla Munn

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Neil and Tanya MacKenzie posted a condolence

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Bruce so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers-Tanya and Neil MacKenzie

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Nancy King posted a condolence

Thursday, September 5, 2024

I.came late into Barbs life . We were neighbors for a few years before I really got to know her, but for the time I did get to spend with her I loved her as a friend. Never one to be at a loss for words or to give her opinion is what made her so special to me. She was a kind and good friend and I always enjoyed her company. I played sequence with her several times over the last couple of years . It was never about the game ,but more about getting together with neighbors over a glass of wine ( or two), lots of laughs and chocolate . I think she enjoyed those gatherings and there was always great banter between she and Phylis which would send the rest of us in to fits of laughter . Safe journey my friend . I will miss you .

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Eunie McElwaine posted a condolence

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Bruce & all Barb’s family Please accept my sincere sympathy .Words are so inadequate but please know I care.Barb was a great person and leaves the world a better place.I think Barb was one the neatest cleanest persons I know.I chuckle when I think of her washing the rocks individually that were in her rock border in Palm Hill.May all your wonderful memories sustain you at this time.

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Thursday, September 5, 2024

My sincere condolences to Bruce, Beth, Scott and Paddy as you say goodbye to this special lady. She will be missed by all those who knew her. Fairwell my friend, rest in peace. ❤️

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Sean Higgins posted a condolence

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Scott, Paddy, Beth, Bruce and families Very sorry to hear of Barb's passing. Warm memories of simpler times on Wasson Court when all the doors were open and your house was a daily visit. Barb was always so warm and welcoming but I recall one particular instance that has always stayed with me. A cold winter day and a dare to put my tongue on the iron railing at your house and guess what - the myth was true. I was stuck and instantly hysterical. Very clearly remember your Mom (probably chuckling to herself) calmly, gently pouring warm water to get me unstuck and making sure I was OK. Almost like she had done it before. Those were the days. Hope you are all doing OK. Sean

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David N MacKenzie posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Beth, Scott and Bruce. We are thinking of you with this great loss in your lives. I have a great memory of Barb with her laugh as I was growing up in the Wasson Court gang. In August of 2017 Diane and Howard threw a party at their place. It was attended by Diane's mom and Barb, friends from Wasson court from so long ago. It was a very beautiful get together with lots of laughter and fun. That is how I will remember Barb. Our sincerest condolences. Dave and Sherry MacKenzie

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Sathi Pathak posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

May the love and memories you shared with your mother bring you comfort in the days ahead. I'm deeply Sorry for your loss- Sathi

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Rohini Agre posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Beth, I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you strength and peace during this difficult time.

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Samantha Francis posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Beth I hope you family finds peace through this transition. Please accept my condolences.

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Marnie Faustino posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Dear Beth, I am very sorry for your loss. Sending my sincerest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

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D. S. Mack MacKenzie uploaded photo(s)

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Bruce, Beth, Scott and Paddy. This picture of Barb and me was taken at Bobby's Hospice in 2017 when my husband Fred C. Rowe and I were living there (for the last two months of Fred's life) and Barb so kindly asked me to talk to her about Fred. She shared stories of Wasson Court days and my Mum (also Barbara) my Gram as well as her Aunt Sibby. She even bought a "Dave Peddles for Hope" neckerchief to support my brother's cross Canada bike ride to raise money for cancer research. Could it really be seven years since I last saw her? Could it really be fifty years since Scott and I and David and Beth all hung around? My good friend Mike Campbell who recently died, spoke so fondly of Barb and their days at the school district. I didn't even know they were acquainted until this year. He held her in high regard which is a compliment (well deserved). I am so sorry for each of you to have lost your Mum, mother-in-law and partner in life. I am so sorry for the tough times ahead of you as you grieve your loss but relish the fine memories of a strong woman from a bygone erra. .........Mack.......

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Patty Cutrara posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Beth, Scott, and Bruce, My sincerest sympathies for your loss. I met Barb years ago and still remember how she lit up a room and her sense of humour. My thoughts are with all of you at this time.

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Louise Ullman posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Beth, I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time.

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Jessica Santos posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Dear Beth- Sending you and your family my deepest condolences as you mourn the loss of your Mom. Jessica Santos

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Ted and Gerri Gardner posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Bruce, Beth, Scott and family: Gerri and I are deeply saddened to hear that Barb has passed away. Losing a loved one is never easy. Not only have you lost a spouse and mother, we have lost a dear friend and beautiful neighbour. This dates back to 2009 when we moved to Quispamsis from Newfoundland. Barb was so kind to us from day one. She invited us to your gatherings where we were able to meet many of your friends. How can we ever forget her kindness from helping us find a winter rental to giving our grand-daughters specials treats and gifts? The world has lost one of its nice people. Though Barb has completed her life's journey, she will suffer no more. We will never forget her kindness and friendship to our family. We certainly will cherish the special memories. May Barb's kind and gentle soul rest in peace. We will always remember you beautiful lady. Ted and Gerri Gardner and Family Quispamsis, NB

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Steve Mavon posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Steve Mavon here. Barb would call me Pud. Our families have known each other since the early sixties when my Mom Marilyn and Barb were young mothers and friends managing a pack of five kids all under the age of 4. I am one of the pack and I wanted to share a fond memory of Mom and Barb that has stuck with me all these years. One afternoon in the early seventies I happened upon a little get together of the young mothers in the neighborhood including Mom and Barb. They were enjoying some wine and some music and a little dancing. It's funny how some stuff sticks with you when you are only 11 and this day was special because they opened with an 8 Track of Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Green River" (a bit of the hard stuff), then moved on to Neil Diamond's "Cherry, Cherry" ( a bit softer) and further into Gordon Lightfoot's "If You Could Read My Mind" (more introspective) and then finally swooning over Tom Jone's "What's New Pussycat?" (speaks for itself). They had a roaring good time and it built the foundation for my iTunes collection today. Thanks Barb, for the terrific memories and farewell my friend! Love, Pud And to Beth, Scott and Bruce and the kitty, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your great loss.

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Sandy and Butch posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Our deepest sympathy to Bruce and family.She will be greatly missed.

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Arcola Cooke posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Bruce and family please except my sincere condolences on the passing of Barb one thing I know for sure heaven gained an angel my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time

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Keith Vienot posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Bruce, Beth, Scott and Family, Karen and I were very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. Barb was an exceptional woman who lived life to the fullest. She lived life on her terms and everything she did, she did well. She will be missed by her friends and neighbours. Keith Vienot

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Charmaine McCanna posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

My heartfelt condolences go to Beth and her family. Barb was a cherished mother and will be greatly missed. I am so glad to hear she passed peacefully.

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Mark & Robyn Kerr posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce & family, Mark and I are very sorry to hear of Barbs passing. Condolences to you all.

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Al and Norma Lacey posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce, Al and I are so very sorry to learn of Barb’s death and send our condolences to all.

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Bruce Webb posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce and family, my sincere condolences for your loss of Barb. When I was a relatively new employee at the board I discovered almost immediately to stay on her best side and what I loved and admired most was her ability to tell you exactly what she thought about most subjects and her and I shared many chuckles as she tried to play the tough guy but it didn’t work with me. lol. I miss that . R.I.P. Barb

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Pat Fanjoy posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce and family, I’m so very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to all of you at this very difficult time.

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Diana Leitch posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

To Dear Brucie ,Beth Scott and family our deepest of sympathy Goes out to all of you . Barbie was such a special friend and amazing woman .How we loved our trips to PEI and especially those clean white clams every trip .i will miss. Our daily ,or almost daily conversations so full of sage advice and laughter .

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Jane Stevely posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

To Bruce and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Barb's passing, she was a wonderfully funny lady. I always had fun when I met you both, especially in the Caribbean on the same cruise ship !! Such happy memories and a great friend. Take care Bruce, you are in my thoughts.

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Lana Graves posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Scott, and Paddy, our much heartfelt condolences on your loss Cherish your memories Hugs Chris and Lana

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Sandra posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. May all the memories you have, give you comfort.

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Chris Gardner posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Please accept my deepest condolences Bruce and family for your loss.

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Jennifer & Bill Pierce posted a condolence

Monday, September 2, 2024

Bruce, Beth, Scott & Paddy, we are so very sorry for your loss. We loved Barb and have so many wonderful memories of working with her. Please accept our deepest condolences.

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Rosella & Butch McCann posted a condolence

Sunday, September 1, 2024

Bruce, Scott, Beth & Family —— Butch & I were so sorry to hear of Barb’s death, our thoughts are with you, I was so glad to be able to spend a little time with Barb a few weeks ago, she will be surely missed.

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Sunday, September 1, 2024

Barbara Jane McKenney

1941 - 2024