Peacefully at Seaforth Community Hospital on Monday, October 25, 2021 of Seaforth at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late Garry Osborn (2006). Cherished mother of Dwain and Andrea Osborn of Oakville. Proud grandma of Dan Osborn. Dear sister-in-law of Murray Currah, Roxie and Stu Baker, and Connie Fraser-Wolcott and Tom Wolcott. Predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Gertrude Fischer, and sisters Sandy Currah, and Sharon Gerber.
A private family memorial service will be held on Friday, October 29th at 1 PM. Cremation with interment Maitlandbank Cemetery, Seaforth.
Donations to The Lung Association or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Kathi Wurdell
Sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Barb’s Aunt —Kay Fischer and Cousin —Kathi Wurdell
Jim Fischer
Dwain, I was sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, my cousin Barb. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Jim and Lynn Fischer
Linda Dzioba
Dwain and family; So sorry to hear about your mom. Many great times we had with Barb and Gary. Will always treasure those memories. Your mom and dad were always talking about their grand child. Remember once Gary was having problems with his computer. He asked me to look at it. I did and said Gary you have about a thousand photo’s of your grand child on here. We all laughed. Great memories of Roxy and Stu also. The best to you all
Linda [COLEMAN] Dzioba
Joyce Ribey
I send my sincere sympathy to you Dwain ,Andrea, Dan and all of Barb’s family and friends during this sad time. May fond memories of time spent with Barb ease the pain of loss.
Sherry
Dwain, Andrea and Dan, Roxie & Stu, Connie & Tom & families
Our sincere sympathy on the recent passing of such a genuine lady. I have many fond memories of Barb and Garry at the Davidson Family get togethers! I’ve enjoyed looking at the selection of photos on this site. Keep your memories close of Barb and treasure them always!
Sherry (Davidson) and Zain Lalani
Uncle Ron Fischer
Distance has kept us apart over these many years. Condolences to all who loved her. We live in hope of reuniting at the second coming of our Christ.
Randy
Barb was loved by every person who had the privilege of being near her Barb will be missed. Love from the Scott family
Love from Uncle Les Aunt Margand
So sorry to hear about Barb’s passing. This life is hard on all of us. We look forward to the promise kingdom when all will live in peace and unity and no more death. Remember the many get togethers we enjoyed with Barb’s family.
Wendy Hansen
Dwain & Andrea, Roxie & Stu, Connie & Tom & families …
I have many fond memories of Barb.
I recall when I first met her while holidaying at my Aunt Florence & Uncle Clifford’s home at 113 Perth Street in Stratford. My cousin Garry had just started dating Barb & I remember him walking her home around the block to 83 Norfolk St. They were so in love & made the cutest couple. I enjoyed attending their summer wedding (July 3rd 1964) when both Garry’s sisters Roxie ( bridesmaid) & Connie (flowergirl) were in the wedding party.
Of course the next happy event for Barb & Garry was when they welcomed their special baby son – Dwain. They were wonderful parents to him as he well knows. Then a few years later, Barb was so happy to be Mother of the Groom at Dwain & Andrea’s wedding. Of course she was over-joyed to become a Grandma to Dwain & Andrea’s daughter-Dan & shared many special family events with them.
I recall sharing many happy chats with Barb whenever we saw each other especially at the Davidson Family Christmas Dinners & Summer Reunions.
Unfortunately life isn’t always about sharing happy times.
Sadly Garry’s life was cut short in 2006 so Barb had to start a new chapter living alone without her Best Friend.
I hadn’t seen Barb since before the Covid Virus forced us all to stop visiting people so I’m sure Barb must have been very lonesome during these last couple of years. Thank goodness Barb was blessed with a wonderful sister-in-law Roxie Baker (Osborn) who with her husband Stu, visited her as often as possible. Barb certainly had her share of health problems after Garry’s death but she tried to stay positive & was so happy whenever family & friends visited her or called her on the phone. Since Dwain lived a distance away, Roxie & Stu supported Barb though these challenging days & took her to many medical appointments in Stratford & London.
Bless you both for all the love & care you provided for her.
I appreciated viewing the photos posted on this web-site as it was like a stroll down memory lane. Life is so short that we never really miss that person until they pass away & we realize we will never see or talk to Barb again. Like many others I will miss Barb’s nice smile & happy disposition.
Hopefully if we are lucky we will meet her & our other loved ones again in Heaven some day
To all who loved her I extend my sincerest sympathy.
Carolanne Doig
To all Barb’s family members and many friends my sincere sympathy. Barb was a lovely person and I remember her living just around the corner from our place. She was a very hard worker and always had a smile and that husky laugh. Dwain and Andrea and everyone, I am so sorry for your loss.
Oliver Davidson
Dwain & Andrea, Roxie & Stu, Connie & Tom and families
Our sincere sympathy is extended to everyone at this time. We have many, many memories of times spent with Barb. We remember meeting her at our wedding day when Garry brought her as a guest. when she was only 16. Her birthday was the same date as our wedding day. We had many visits back and forth together with Garry and Barb over the years. We had many laughs and good times together. They were always special guests as we celebrated special milestones through the years. We enjoyed our visits together with Barb, in recent years. She will be missed!
Olive and Marjorie
Thea, Uwe and Gesa Wisch
Dear Dwain, Andrea, Dan and the entire extended family;
Please accept our condolences and warmest thoughts on the loss of your mother Barbara. May fond memories of your mom/mother-in-law/grandmother bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Thinking of you
Thea, Uwe and Gesa Wisch
Marg Illman
Roxie and Stu. So sorry to hear of the passing of Barb. You were both so kind to her.
May you have many good memories .
You have our condolences .
Earl and Marg Illman
John Munro & Rose Burgess
Dwain, So sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. I had a lot of good times and laughs with your Dad and Mom. Remember you when you was a little fella when I worked at UAP with your Dad. SINCERELY John Munro
Barry & Angela Ward
Dwain & Andrea & Dan & Osborn Family
Our deepest condolences in the passing of your mom Barb
Always had nice chats at our family get togethers
Barry & Angela Ward
Joan (Coleman) Cleave
Dwayne; So very sorry to hear that our ” Barb” has left us….She and Gary were a very important influence, and friends, to my sister Marg & Laverne Scott … and because of them , I got to be friends with your parents and you as well…I think of them, and I immediately think of the Osbornes…..that is an Honor to all concerned……so sorry for your loss….Barb was an awesome Lady….She will be close forever…your memories will keep her in your heart that way…..Hugs from an “OLD” friend…
Louise Nicholson
Dwain Andrea Dan our deepest sympathy on the passing of Barb She was a great neighbour. Sincerely Louise Nicholson and Dave
Susan Rau
So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a fun neighbour on Jarvis Street for many years. RIP Barb
Helen Garrick
Dwain and family you are in my thoughts and prayers at the difficult time. I often think of all the great times we had at parties years ago. Helen Garrick
Jim and Ruth Carter
Dwain and family so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our deepest sympathy. Jim and Ruth
Percy Davidson
Dwayne Andrea & the rest of your family : Our sincere sympathy to you all with the passing of Barb. Cherish all your great memories as we will ! Great memories of our visits and playing cards and The family reunions.
Percy Davidson and Family
Mary longstaff
I’d like to offer our sincere condolences to your family at this time. Never an easy time for you all. Heartfelt thoughts Andreas prayers.
The Longstaff’s
June Osborn
To Dwain’s family, Roxie’s family, and Connie’s family, I am sorry for your loss. It was always good to see Barb. The last time was at the restaurant in Dublin with Roxie and Stu. Barb will be missed.
Hugs June
Dorothea Williamson
Dwayne Andrea & the rest of Barb’s family : Our sincere sympathy to you all with the passing of Barb. Cherish all your great memories as we will ! Great memories of our neighbors, playing cards and our trips to the bingo halls ! Hugs to everyone ! Ron & Dorothea Williamson
Larry and Lillian Partridge
Our sincerest sympathies to Dwain, Andrea and Dan. Barb will surely be missed. I loved our chats we had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love and hugs from Larry and Lillian
allen coleman
Dwain and family , sorry for your loss .
Your mom was a great person , cherish
the memories , Al .
Barb and Bob Watson
Sorry for your loss Barb was a great friend
Mary Blake
My sympathy to the entire Osborn family. Barb was a great neighbour during her time on Jarvis Street.
Joan Bettles
Sorry for your loss Dwain . Thinking of you and your family Joan Bettles
Barb Palin
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. When I last talked to her on the phone, she was very up, and I was so pleased to hear her like that. She will be missed!
Gordon & Irma Pryce
Dwain and family; Our sincerest sympathy to you all. Our prayers are with you. Sincerely Gordon & Irma Pryce
michael meidinger
so sorry for your loss Barb was a really nice person
Randy and Cindy Fortune
We are sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. May the happy memories help ease the pain of your loss. She was a lovely lady and certainly be sadly missed.
Our sincerest condolences.
Larry and Dianne McGrath
To Barb’s family. We extend our sincere condolences for the loss of Barb. She was a friend to many and will be missed.
Mary Forrest
Dwain. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jeannine Jefferson
I am sorry to hear of Barb passing she was a very dear friend of mine
Kevin Varley
My deepest Sympathy Dwain to you and your family for the loss of your mother. All the best in these difficult times.
Kathy McNichol
My sympathy to Dwain, Andrea and Dan. Also to the entire family. Barb was a firecracker at Maplewood and she kept us on our toes.We had some great chats about everything and I am going to really miss Barb. From the pink hair to her honest opinions. She was truly one of a kind! Rest in peace Barb… I will think of you often!
Ray Little
Dwain…It is great to have opportunity to correspond with you yet, with heavy heart given the passing of your mom. I’m sorry you lost her, a great lady.
I remember trips to baseball games in the yellow banana (I think this was a two door 1976 chev impala) and yahtzee at the trailer in Ben Miller. I remember french fries in your kitchen and I remember Barb giving me hell for squealing the tires around your corner when I was a teen-ager.
I see there is a private memorial service and so, I hope you and your family are able to grieve in a healthy way and remember the strong, confident and well meaning woman I know she always was.
You are often in my thoughts (do you remember in about grade 2… we were going to be long-haul truck drivers together?) and I send love to you from Orillia.
Kimberly Mills
Dwain & Andrea, Roxie & Stu, Connie & Tom
Our sincere sympathy is extended to you and your families at this sad time. Barb will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and her wonderful laugh. She was always a great friend to my mom and dad and we enjoyed her presence at our family celebrations over the years. She will be missed!
Sincerely,
Kim and Kevin Mills
Bill & Darlene Nater
Dear Dwain, Andrea & Dan and The Osborn Families: our deepest sympathy on the passing of Barb. Many fond memories at Davidson get-togethers. Sincerely, Bill & Darlene (Davidson) Nater and Uncle Lloyd & Aunt Reta Davidson.
Marie Little
Dwain, I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ruth Ann Partridge
Our thoughts are with you and your family in the passing of your Mom. Barb has had a struggle the last couple of years, but we always had a laugh when we talked. I will miss the phone conversations. Hugs to all of you.!
Love
Ruth Ann and Don Partridge