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Barbara J. Simon
February 1, 1943 ~ June 24, 2016 (age 73) 73 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Ruth Kastner
May 9, 2018 9:13 PM
I just saw this two years after the fact. My sincere condolences to Tom and family. Barbara was such a special lady: immense talent and immense heart. We will always remember your kindness and love. Rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Ruth Kastber
on May 9, 2018 9:12 PM
A candle was lit by eveline and michael jawer of america
on March 10, 2018 12:03 PM
A candle was lit by JoEllen Sarff
on August 12, 2016 2:36 PM
A candle was lit by Art Lovers Society
on August 11, 2016 2:19 PM
Message from Meeka and Tiahna Nugent
August 6, 2016 3:19 PM
I just found out yesterday from Mr. Geo (George Kochell). I am at a loss for words. Barbara has done so much for the Greenbelt community, and surrounding areas. She was the heart and soul of anything that had to do with the Arts. She truly loved and enjoyed working with children and continually inspired everyone to love the arts. Tiahna and I will truly miss her face, and her bountiful laugh. My sincere condolences to Mr. Simon and the family. With our love, always.
A candle was lit by Meeka and Tiahna Nugent
on August 6, 2016 3:14 PM
Message from Evelyn Tchiyuka
July 16, 2016 9:27 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. Barbara was always such a persistent advocate for legislation affecting the libraries of Prince George's County. She will forever be remembered.
Message from Debi (Fetrow) Jasen
July 14, 2016 7:56 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I will always remember Barbara's smile. She was kind and full of a quiet joy. Barbara treated me with respect, even when I was a small child. She was thoughtful and knew the right things to say. The ways that she carried herself in life, her fearless authenticity, will continue to influence me in mine.
Lots of love to you, Julia, Nora, and Tom
I will always remember Barbara's smile. She was kind and full of a quiet joy. Barbara treated me with respect, even when I was a small child. She was thoughtful and knew the right things to say. The ways that she carried herself in life, her fearless authenticity, will continue to influence me in mine.
Lots of love to you, Julia, Nora, and Tom
A candle was lit by Debi (Fetrow) Jasen
on July 14, 2016 7:43 PM
Message from Alice Murray
July 13, 2016 2:30 PM
Barbara had a generous and beautiful spirit promoting her love of art to all ages in Greenbelt. She was always so supportive of my grandkids in their art classes and encouraged me over the years also in my water color pursuits. I always looked forward to the Labor Day Art Show when Barbara would exclaim over my latest painting. Her untimely passing leaves a huge void in Greenbelt. Our deepest sympathy all all her family.
A candle was lit by Anja and John Bull
on July 13, 2016 12:00 AM
A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was sent on July 12, 2016
We join you in mourning the loss of our dear Barbara. She celebrated life , beauty and taught us to join her in pursuing actions for the greater good. With sympathy, the Friends of the New Deal Cafe' Board
Message from Faith Leahy-Thielke and John Thielke
July 9, 2016 1:43 PM
Lieber Tom und Familie, heute haben wir vom Tod Barbaras erfahren. Tiefstes Beileid Dir und Deiner Familie. So was Unerwartetes und viel zu früh - so eine Verlust.
Eure Faith und
John
Eure Faith und
John
Message from Joan Smuck
July 7, 2016 7:06 PM
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Tom. I met Barbara at a County Council hearing when we were pushing for the Accokeek Branch Library and she came to support us. Later, when you became Accokeek Branch Manager, it was a pleasure to see Barbara at many programs sponsored by Friends of the Accokeek Library, and when you both came (trekking from Greenbelt!) to support our Book & Bake Sale for years afterward. Barbara was an avid advocate for county libraries. The Friends of Prince George's Libraries that she co-founded years ago continues that advocacy today. I will always remember her sense of hope and sense of humor and her smile.
Message from Nancy Anderson
July 6, 2016 12:25 PM
Hi Tom,
I am deeply sorry for you and your family lost. Words can't express my feelings. I truly enjoyed her occasional visits @ AK. I also enjoyed the picture slides of her. Keep the memories alive!
Sincerely,
Nancy Anderson
I am deeply sorry for you and your family lost. Words can't express my feelings. I truly enjoyed her occasional visits @ AK. I also enjoyed the picture slides of her. Keep the memories alive!
Sincerely,
Nancy Anderson
Message from Beverly Parsons Sams
July 3, 2016 12:30 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara's family! It's way too many years since I last saw Barbara, but I remember her today as if those years where only 5~ My she rest in peace!! Blessings.
A candle was lit by Beverly Parsons Sams
on July 3, 2016 12:28 PM
Message from Judy Simon Horowitz
July 3, 2016 8:48 AM
My memory of Barbara goes back to classes at High Point. I remember sitting behind her long red tresses and sharing many laughs with her. We lost touch after graduation, but in my sorrow of her loss, I am inspired by the wonderful tributes by those who knew her for so many years.
Message from Susan Gervasi
June 30, 2016 2:13 PM
Dear Tom, Nora and Julia - I am so sorry for your loss. Barbara was an amazing spirit and we will miss her so much.
A candle was lit by Susan and Frank Gervasi
on June 30, 2016 2:10 PM
A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on June 30, 2016
Dear Tom, Julia, and Nora, we are feeling such a loss with the passing of the incredibly special woman, Barbara. We want to express our deepest sympathies. We are so sorry we could not be at the funeral as we are out west, but please know our thoughts and love are with you. Lolly, John, Joel
Message from Hilary and Celestine Ranney-Howes
June 29, 2016 8:40 PM
Our sincerest condolences to your whole family. Barbara was a powerful force in Greeenbelt society and all the arts. I always felt she was looking out for the best ways to connect people for their own success. She seemed deeply inspired to serve her community. An inspiration that will truly be missed.
Message from Wayne and Ginny Williams
June 29, 2016 6:07 PM
Because of Barbara, the world became a more talented and artistic place; because she is gone, it is less talented and artistic. We will miss Barbara. We will miss her inspiration. May those she inspired continue her effort in our community.
Message from Wayne and Ginny Williams
June 29, 2016 6:07 PM
Because of Barbara, the world became a more talented and artistic place; because she is gone, it is less talented and artistic. We will miss Barbara. We will miss her inspiration. May those she inspired continue her effort in our community.
Message from Deborah Sears, New Carrollton Library
June 29, 2016 4:06 PM
John: I was very saddened to hear that your wife has passed on. I don't know of any words that can help or heal right now. Save that she will live in the memories of those who loved her. You and yours are in my prayers
A candle was lit by Zandra Brown
on June 29, 2016 3:59 PM
Message from Cathy Corona-Salgado
June 29, 2016 3:35 PM
I was saddened to learn of Barbara's passing. She was truly an inspirational woman whose love of the arts forever changed the Greenbelt Community. Thanks to her I was introduced to the importance of arts in our lives. She was a great teacher and always challenged me to do more.
Message from Elizabeth Wilkins
June 29, 2016 2:29 PM
So sorry for your loss. She was very involved in the Greenbelt Community & beyond. She will me greatly missed. I enjoyed working with her both at NC and GR for teen manga programs and more.
A candle was lit by Elizabeth Wilkins
on June 29, 2016 2:28 PM
A candle was lit by Windy Cooler
on June 29, 2016 9:44 AM
Message from Edmund Stoy
June 29, 2016 9:07 AM
Tom, sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Barbara, you and your family will be in my prayers. May she rest in peace.
A candle was lit by Edmund Stoy
on June 29, 2016 9:04 AM
A candle was lit by Mary Anne Monaghan Denevan
on June 29, 2016 6:49 AM
Message from Chris and Barbara Logan
June 29, 2016 3:19 AM
We were shocked and saddened by Barbara's passing. We and the Greenbelt community will miss her.
Message from Makarah
June 29, 2016 12:25 AM
She will be very much missed! One of my favorite memories of Barbara: she attended a Utopia Film Festival Screening of the film about Greenbelt and she told us so much about the city and the times that it really enhanced the film. There will never be another Barbara Simon. A truly unique person - my thoughts are with you.
A candle was lit by Makarah
on June 29, 2016 12:21 AM
A candle was lit by The Faherty Family on Lastner Lane
on June 28, 2016 11:27 PM
A candle was lit by Ana Gasper
on June 28, 2016 10:01 PM
Message from Ana Gasper
June 28, 2016 10:00 PM
Colors and love was Barbara Simon, never leave this beautiful place that she will always love you. An extraordinary woman, full of purity in his heart and love for his family. Barbara always live through his works, mainly through his beautiful family.
May God give you peace to their loved ones.
Los colores y el amor al arte de Barbara Simon, jamas dejara este bello lugar que ella siempre amo. Una mujer extraordinaria, llena de pureza en su corazon y amor por su familia. Que viva siempre Barbara a traves de sus obras, principalmente a traves de su hermosa familia. Que Dios les de paz a sus seres amados
May God give you peace to their loved ones.
Los colores y el amor al arte de Barbara Simon, jamas dejara este bello lugar que ella siempre amo. Una mujer extraordinaria, llena de pureza en su corazon y amor por su familia. Que viva siempre Barbara a traves de sus obras, principalmente a traves de su hermosa familia. Que Dios les de paz a sus seres amados
A candle was lit by Sydney Jacobs, Mark Otto, Quilla & Kory
on June 28, 2016 9:45 PM
Message from Desiree Curtis
June 28, 2016 9:00 PM
My condolences to Barbara's family. I was so sad and shocked to hear of her passing. She was a good friend, and a great woman. I first met her when I began working for the Greenbelt Community Center in the early nineties. She played a significant role in assisting me in drawing out my daughter's artistic abilities. I am forever grateful. She was warm, caring, and never judgmental. She gave everyone the same courtesy and respect, not swayed by race, class, religion or gender - which is the Greenbelt way! She was a great great representative of a great city. R.I.P. Barbara. Job well done!
A candle was lit by Desiree Curtis
on June 28, 2016 8:44 PM
Message from The Lindvall's
June 28, 2016 8:24 PM
Dear Tom, Julia and Nora,
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Rest in Peace, Barbara, and we will miss you in our neighborhood.
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Rest in Peace, Barbara, and we will miss you in our neighborhood.
A candle was lit by The Lindvalls at Lastner Lane
on June 28, 2016 8:18 PM
A candle was lit by Prisca Mpanda
on June 28, 2016 8:15 PM
Message from Dea & Bob Zugby
June 28, 2016 4:56 PM
Tom, Julia and Nora:
Our prayers, sympathy and thoughts are with you.
Our prayers, sympathy and thoughts are with you.
A candle was lit by Dea and Bob Zugby
on June 28, 2016 4:46 PM
Message from rebecca holober
June 28, 2016 3:01 PM
RIP my beautiful angel. You changed my life for the better and I will always remember your kindness.
Message from Kathie Jarva
June 28, 2016 2:47 PM
Such a sad loss for family of course and for the whole Greenbelt community family. Rest in Peace, Barbara.
A candle was lit by Keith Zevallos
on June 28, 2016 2:30 PM
Message from Keith Zevallos
June 28, 2016 2:28 PM
So sorry for your loss.
Barbara was such an amazing woman.
She worked so hard and gave so much. And she also had so much practical sense in doing the work of helping others.
And she was always spending special attention to young people, our next generation.
She leaves a hole that just can't be filled.
She will be sorely missed.
Barbara was such an amazing woman.
She worked so hard and gave so much. And she also had so much practical sense in doing the work of helping others.
And she was always spending special attention to young people, our next generation.
She leaves a hole that just can't be filled.
She will be sorely missed.
A candle was lit by Amethyst Dwyer and Dorian Winterfeld
on June 28, 2016 2:17 PM
A candle was lit by Alexander Barnes
on June 28, 2016 2:09 PM
Message from Theresa, Steve, Madeline, and Steven Henderson
June 28, 2016 1:49 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Barbara had a very significant impact on my life and the life of children, especially my artistic daughter Maddy. We so enjoyed the children's art show during Labor Day Weekends, watching how the budding artists improved each year and then even moving on to the adult shows. She was always very encouraging. I had the pleasure of working with her in her efforts to get support from the Prince George's County school board, the PTA and Greenbelt Elementary School (back in the mid '90's) to get funding and support for installing a kiln at the school and having ceramic classes for the kids. Every community should be so lucky to have a Barbara Simon!
I regret that I will be away on the 16th, but will be there in spirit.
I regret that I will be away on the 16th, but will be there in spirit.
A candle was lit by Rebekah Sutfin
on June 28, 2016 1:28 PM
A candle was lit by Linda and Kelly Ivy
on June 28, 2016 12:04 PM
A candle was lit by Sheila Maffay-Tuthill
on June 28, 2016 12:02 PM
A candle was lit by Dirk and Misha R'kingsley
on June 28, 2016 11:41 AM
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