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Barbara Perrin Obituary


BARBARA ANN PERRIN
December 26, 1932 ~ August 25, 2015
"Barbara's attributes included: kindness,
generosity, warmth, empathy, hard work,
gracefulness, beauty, and gratitude."

Barbara Ann Perrin, 82, passed away Aug. 25, 2015, in Vancouver, WA. She was born Dec. 26, 1932 to Alfred and Hazel Harding in Vacaville, CA and attended elementary school and high school in St. Helena, CA.
Barbara was completely devoted to her family and friends. She was actively involved, in a variety of ways, in her church and in the schools her children attended. She was honored in her community for her contribution to small businesses. Barbara operated a licensed daycare in Livermore, CA for 27 years. She dearly loved the many children she cared for throughout the years.
Barbara enjoyed baking for neighbors and friends. Everyone loved her cookies, cakes, and cinnamon rolls!
Barbara is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, John Perrin; sons, Jack (Cindy) and David; daughter, Cindy Wade (Jim), 6 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Al and Hazel; her brothers, Al and Bill; and her son, Richard.
What Barbara treasured most was time spent with her loving family, who will hold her in their hearts forever.
A celebration of life will be held at 3p.m., Sat., Sept. 26, at Orchards SDA Church, Vancouver, WA. All are welcome.
Donations to: Hospice Southwest, P.O. Box 1600, Vancouver, WA 98668.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Columbian on Sep. 1, 2015.

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The Birneys

September 2, 2015

Cindy, I didn't really know your parents well but we've known you, Jim, Jack & Cindy for a gazillion years. Thanks for your friendship to us. God Bless you family as you get through this. We'll all be made whole as soon as Jesus comes!

Sandy Gales

September 1, 2015

Cindy, Grandpa John and family,

Thank you for sharing Barbara with us as a treasured "adopted" grandma. We will miss her greatly and pray God's peace and comfort for the family she loved with all her heart.

Mihaela Fillinger

September 1, 2015

Cindy, my heart aches at the loss of your amazing mom! I continue to pray for you and the family in this trying time! I love you much! <3

Lynn Sanderson

September 1, 2015

You are in my thoughts my friend!

Kay Scott

September 1, 2015

Cindy, my thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family at this difficult time.

Sarita Harrell

September 1, 2015

Am sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was a very nice lady. I enjoyed doing her hair for many years. Prayers and thoughts to the family.

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