Passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at Innisfree House on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at the age of 72.
Loving mother of Patrick Kropf (Leigh), Katie Kropf and Leanne Kropf (Ryan McCord). Proud Nonna of Vaughan, Brody, Leo and Malia. Daughter of the late Esterina and Antonio Litrenta. Dear sister of Philip Litrenta (Brenda Lorenz), Ed Litrenta and Frances Pace (Len). Fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. Predeceased by her nephews Alex Pace and Christian Litrenta.
Born in Italy, Barb emigrated to Canada in 1953, landing in Sarnia, Ontario. She moved to Waterloo for university and went on to teach with the Waterloo Catholic District School Board from 1971 to 2005. She enjoyed her RTO and PROBUS group events, golf, drama TV, politics, and current events. She loved her family and everything she did was in the best interest of her "cubs".
Barb spent the last 5 weeks of her journey at Innisfree House. She was serene in the acceptance of her cancer diagnosis and reveled in the opportunity to chat up every visitor or caregiver, being an active participant in her own living wake.
Barb was a strong-willed woman who grew up in a traditional culture, determined to blaze her own path throughout her life. She was that until the end and we love her for it.
Cremation has taken place and Barb's family will receive relatives and friends from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St. Kitchener (519) 749-8467. Memorial Service in the chapel on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. Reception to follow.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Lisaard and Innisfree Hospice, Grand River Cancer Centre or St. Mary's Hospital Foundation - Cardiac Care would be appreciated (cards available at the funeral home).
Visit www.henrywalser.com to view Barb's memorial.