At the Sault Area Hospital on January 8, 2025, at the age of 94.
Loving mother of Don Irwin (Connie), Mark Irwin and predeceased by her daughter Linda Shier (David). Grandmother of Sunshine Buswa, Melissa Irwin, Donnie Irwin, Julie Breckenridge, the late James Breckenridge, Daphne Spenser and Drewann Spenser. Great grama of Maverick Spenser, Emily Lapham, Deanie Lapham, Austin Irwin and Tristen Irwin.
Predeceased by her parents Olga and Ernst Johnson. Sister of Anne Marie Helferty (Gerry) and Bruno Johnson. Aunt to Brenda Johnson, Tammy Johnson, Sol Johnson, Mary Catherine, Micheal, Kevin and Karin Helferty.
Barbara was a beautiful soul. She loved children more than anything and was a Nanny to many. She was a kind and gentle soul that would give to anyone in need. A regal lady that was very selfless, elegant and graceful.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Thank you to the staff of 3A at the Sault Area Hospital for the care given to Barbara.
Memorial donations may be made to T.A.A.G. or the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society. Payable by cheque.
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Arrangements entrusted to O’Sullivan Funeral Home (215 St. James St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 1P7, 705-759-8456).