Barbara Ann Althouse
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Barbara Ann Althouse, 86, of Cochranville, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the Pocopson Home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late L. Wayne Althouse who died in 2005. They shared 51 years of marriage together. Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late John M. Bailey and Anna McGarvey Bailey.
Barbara was a lifelong resident of Cochranville and a graduate of the former West Fallowfield Township High School in Cochranville. After high school, she continued her education at the Lancaster School of Business. She worked most of her life alongside her family at Althouse Transportation.
Barb was a member of the Cochranville United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women and she was an active member of the Cochranville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by four devoted children; Larry, husband of Lynn Hadley Althouse, John D. "Jody", husband of Sharon Hershey Althouse, Scott, husband of Debra Stapleton Althouse and B. Diane, wife of Stephen A. Lubrano, all of Cochranville, 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at 12:00 noon at the Cochranville United Methodist Church, 92 Church Drive, Cochranville, PA 19330. Visitation at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Barbara's memory to the Cochranville Methodist Church at the above address or Faith Bible Chapel, 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville, PA 19330.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sincere sympathy
Our sincere sympathy to the Althouse family on your mother's passing. We have only the best memories of Barb (mum) and Wayne and all the rest of the family that we spent working with for so many years!
Our sincere sympathy
We are so sorry to hear of your moms passing. Our thoughts n prayers are with you all. She was always so nice to talk to at the office n banquets.
We are sorry for your loss
We are sorry for your loss and we will keep the entire Althouse family in our thoughts & prayers.
Sorry for your loss
Cindy and I are sorry for your lost. The carnaval will have a void, without your Mom's friendly smile.
Memories
I was so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. Your Dad and Mom seemed like family. I worked for Art Hershey in his district office for many years and got to know both of them.
So Sorry for Your Loss
Dear Larry,
Your friends at PSBA were deeply saddened to hear of your mom's passing. We wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am sorry to hear of your
I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a very special lady and a source of encouragement to me while I was palliative care chaplain at Pocopson Home. I truly believe she is in a much better place.
So sorry for your loss
Larry, Jody, Scott, and Diane,
I am so sorry for they've loss of your mom. I always enjoyed talking to her and Lynn when I would come into the office. She was a great lady. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you and your families.
Louise Richardson
Prayers for Peace and
Prayers for Peace and Strength in the Coming days.
So sorry to hear of your
So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Both your Mom and Dad were very special people
My condolences to Sharon,
My condolences to Sharon, Jody, and the entire Althouse family.
~Donna Groff
Peace and Comfort
I have many wonderful memories of your mom and dad from my early days as a teacher in the Cochranville school. I pray God will grant you peace as you mourn your mom’s passing and give you comfort as you think back to your own wonderful memories of the special people your parents were.
Beautiful person
My DEEPEST CONDOLENCES to All the family !!! The Althouse family was a daily name of pride growing up ... from my momma Jean driving bus for them to going to school with Scott , and then working for them driving bus 🚌.... a beautiful caring family indeed . God bless you ALL ! Larry , Jody , Scott and families you did your momma proud !!!! Blessed to have worked for such a CARING FAMILY... big hugs
My sincerest sympathies for
My sincerest sympathies for the passing of Mrs. Althouse. She was a very sweet lady and I cherish the friendship we enjoyed in her later years. I miss planting her flowers and our long talks. May she Rest In Peace , in the 'Garden'. Love, Pam
My condolences to the family.
My condolences to the family.
My Dad Weston Hawks worked for the family in the buses prior to his passing and thought very highly of both Me and Mrs Althouse.
May she rest in peace.
Just heard about your mom`s
Just heard about your mom`s passing. So sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of both your mother and father. They were great people! Losing parents is very difficult....i will be praying for all of you.