Passed away peacefully on September 17, 2015. She is survived by her husband Ken of 51 years, daughters Katie (Brad) Bohnert, Mary (Randall) Reinwasser, granddaughters, Amanda, Jennifer and Melissa Bohnert. She is preceded in death by her sister Donna and brothers John and Joe. She was born in Richmond, Virginia but grew up in Hastings, Nebraska. She graduated from Saint Cecilia High School where she began dating Ken Kramer, her future husband. She attended St. Catherine’s School of Nursing. Barbara worked as a Registered Nurse her entire career, caring for those in nursing homes and long term care for Maricopa County. She loved her family and was much loved by all who knew her. A visitation will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 PM with Rosary at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM, Thursday, September 24, 2015 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1954 N. 24th Street, Phoenix. Burial to follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery.
Carole Parker Benker
Sorry for the passing of your wife Barbara! My peace find you and your Family quickly!
Roy & Gay DeMars
Ken & Family,
We wish to express our sorrow for the loss of your lifetime love and wife of many years. Time passes quickly and, most likely, there would NEVER be enough. Our prayers are the only thing we have to offer as comfort.
We have fond memories of Barb in the years past. The entire Kealy household was a second home to many through the years until Ruth’s life was cut short. Barb always reminded me of her and that leaves a smile.
Please know we share in your loss.
Roy & Gay DeMars
Hastings, NE
MIKE AND SUE URIDIL
I HAVE GREAT MEMORIES OF THE KEALY FAMLY….MY MOM AND RUTH KEALY (BARB’S MOM) WERE BEST OF FRIENDS….MIKE AND SUE URIDIL…..HASTINGS, NEBRASKA
Jim CHAULK
Ken
We are so sorry for your loss;thinking of you and keeping you and your family in our prayers. Jim and Sharon Chaulk
Sr. Pamela Marie Volland, RGS
Dear Ken and daughters,
Am so sorry to hear about Barb’s death. We were friends all of our growing up years at St. Cecilia’s in Hastings. I still have our First Communion pictures and Barb is one of the cutest ones there. She is now enjoying the heavenly Banquet.
I am sorry that our paths never crossed after we graduated. Ken’s sister Carol is our classmate. Barb’s elder sister, Donna, was my sister Pat Volland’s friend and classmate.
May each of you be greatly comforted in this time of sorrow. Be assured of our love and prayers.
God bless you!
Sr. Pamela Volland, RGS
Beijing
mick brown
Ken, so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing.
As you know, we were neighbors before they moved up North and we had a lot of fun playing together as small children..
Ken, have great memories of playing sports with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mick and Marcia
Dianne Friend
So very sorry to hear of Barbs passing, our prayers are with you and your family. Fifty five years ago on the day she will be laid to rest, Barb was one of the brides maids in our wedding. Rest in piece Barb.
Patrick and Dianne Friend
Eugene and Betty Gilsdorf
Ken and Family,
We are saddened to hear of Barbs passing. It sounds as if she lead a full life of giving to you, her family, her and community. We send you our spirit and prayers.
Gene and Betty Gilsdorf
Eugene and Betty Gilsdorf
Ken and Family,
We are saddened to hear of Barbs passing. It sounds as if she lead a full life of giving to you, her family, her and community. We send you our spirit and prayers.
Gene and Betty Gilsdorf
Joan Cuda
I was Barb’s roommate at St. Catherine’s Nursing School. I have not seen her for years, but I can still hear her laugh. Barb had so much tragedy in her life. I spent wonderful times with Barb and her family. She has a lot of family waiting for her in heaven. She was a wonderful roommate except she liked anchovies on her pizza. Even though I haven’t seen her for years, I will miss her. My condolences to Ken, Katie, and Mary.
Sr.Rosaline Herbek M.S.
Ken Kramer
Sr. Margaret Phillips M.S. and I wish to send our condolences and prayers to you in the loss of your wife Barbara .
Congratulations of 51 years of faithful Marriage !
Rick Kleinjan sent me the email about Barbara which we are so grateful . May she rest in peace.
I always remember Barbara as a pleasant person, So I’m sure she was a good nurse. Ken, May your faith sustain you through this time of loss, Know that the Lord hears your prayers . I will say a rosary for her. Sr.Rosaline M.S,
Jacky Crowley Jaycox
Ken, I just learned of Barb’s passing. I have so many great memories of your high school years. God rest her soul and reward her with Your Peace.