I don’t remember when I first met Barb, but I do remember high school. It might have been because my last name was Dikeman and hers was Deason and we were simply seated together. However we came together, we found friends. I don’t think we saw each other over 5 times after high school, but we never lost touch. Not only that, but when we did talk or see each other to catch up, it was just like we hadn’t been apart long.
I do remember her being at my home one time during high school, and I talked Barb (don’t remember it being difficult!) into singing something for my mother. That lovely voice! Along with that great voice, I always think of those wonderful eyes and dazzling smile.
I am sad I won’t get to enjoy them again and I miss knowing Barb is in the world making it whirl.
Obituary
The extended obituary that will be included in the Memorial Service.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
From Linda Phillips
I was so saddened to hear of Barbara’s illness and often received news of her fight from her dear friend Pat Dixon as well as Michele Bermudez – members of the Dallas Chapter of ARMA.
When I moved to Dallas 19 years ago I met Barbara through friends in the ARMA Chapter. I got to know her a little bit better when she worked at Alliance and was trying to move forward on a corporate records program for them. We often communicated with each other on what ‘the right things to do’ were. ARMA conferences were made special by her presence, we had great times together, and very lively conversations.
Her fight was a courageous one and all who knew her were blessed with witnessing her vivacious personality and love of life. She will be dearly missed by all. I am glad that in the end it was relatively swift and not too uncomfortable for her, for now she can brighten all of our days from above – God bless and keep you Barbara.
When I moved to Dallas 19 years ago I met Barbara through friends in the ARMA Chapter. I got to know her a little bit better when she worked at Alliance and was trying to move forward on a corporate records program for them. We often communicated with each other on what ‘the right things to do’ were. ARMA conferences were made special by her presence, we had great times together, and very lively conversations.
Her fight was a courageous one and all who knew her were blessed with witnessing her vivacious personality and love of life. She will be dearly missed by all. I am glad that in the end it was relatively swift and not too uncomfortable for her, for now she can brighten all of our days from above – God bless and keep you Barbara.
Friday, August 1, 2008
Barb's Memorial Service
I apologize for the long delay in updating the blog since Barb's service. My husband and I were in Texas for the service and then attended a wedding.
Here is a wonderful account from Barb's best friend, Pat Dixon:
I know that Barb’s friends are spread out all over North America and that many of you were not able to attend her memorial service. I just want you to know that it was a lovely celebration of her life with her entire family and many friends in attendance.
Barb’s sister, Nancy, did a wonderful job of planning the memorial assisted by her two daughters, Regina and Erin, with her entire family executing the service. It included music by the choir she had recently joined, stories about her life and lots of pictures that allowed us all to remember the good times and reminisce. You were all a part of the celebration because of the many pictures that included her friends. After the memorial service, Barb’s family and the ladies of the church served a delicious buffet which gave everyone in attendance a chance to meet her family and visit with friends. It was just what Barb would have wanted. This blog created by her niece, Natalie, is also a beautiful avenue for us to share our feelings and memories with each other and her family.
Barb was so full of life that you cannot think of her any other way. She was a free spirit and adventurer and told me more than once that if she died from the cancer, at least she had no regrets. Her only unfinished business was her recent bucket list which consisted of traveling to visit friends one last time, because you were all so important to her. I am sorry she was unable to do so, and I am very thankful that she and I had the opportunity to share one last trip to the Hill Country in Texas. She still felt good and was able to enjoy the entire outing. In fact, after eight chemo treatments and having just been told the cancer was back and she would have to begin a new chemo protocol, her attitude remained positive and I can assure you that no one we met would have guessed she was not on the road to recovery. And with Barb being Barb, we met and talked to lots of people.
Barb would be the last person who would want anyone to be sad or dwell on her illness and passing. Her memorial service was a true tribute to her life and a wonderful expression of the love she shared with her family and friends. Take comfort in knowing that she is at peace and in God’s loving hands.
Pat Dixon Spokes
Here is a wonderful account from Barb's best friend, Pat Dixon:
I know that Barb’s friends are spread out all over North America and that many of you were not able to attend her memorial service. I just want you to know that it was a lovely celebration of her life with her entire family and many friends in attendance.
Barb’s sister, Nancy, did a wonderful job of planning the memorial assisted by her two daughters, Regina and Erin, with her entire family executing the service. It included music by the choir she had recently joined, stories about her life and lots of pictures that allowed us all to remember the good times and reminisce. You were all a part of the celebration because of the many pictures that included her friends. After the memorial service, Barb’s family and the ladies of the church served a delicious buffet which gave everyone in attendance a chance to meet her family and visit with friends. It was just what Barb would have wanted. This blog created by her niece, Natalie, is also a beautiful avenue for us to share our feelings and memories with each other and her family.
Barb was so full of life that you cannot think of her any other way. She was a free spirit and adventurer and told me more than once that if she died from the cancer, at least she had no regrets. Her only unfinished business was her recent bucket list which consisted of traveling to visit friends one last time, because you were all so important to her. I am sorry she was unable to do so, and I am very thankful that she and I had the opportunity to share one last trip to the Hill Country in Texas. She still felt good and was able to enjoy the entire outing. In fact, after eight chemo treatments and having just been told the cancer was back and she would have to begin a new chemo protocol, her attitude remained positive and I can assure you that no one we met would have guessed she was not on the road to recovery. And with Barb being Barb, we met and talked to lots of people.
Barb would be the last person who would want anyone to be sad or dwell on her illness and passing. Her memorial service was a true tribute to her life and a wonderful expression of the love she shared with her family and friends. Take comfort in knowing that she is at peace and in God’s loving hands.
Pat Dixon Spokes
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