Obituary of Barbara E. Rich

Barbara E. Rich (Hicks), 66, of Cortland NY, passed away July 2, 2009 at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton. She was born September 10, 1942 in Homer NY, the daughter of the late Leonard & Eva Parker Hicks. Barbara was an area resident most of her life, attending Homer Schools. She was employed at Crescent Corset until an injury prevented her from working. This enabled her to stay home to care for her family. Barbara was a member of the Faith and Hope Christian Church. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting, baking, and caring for her pet cats. She is survived by her daughter whom she lived with while battling cancer, Suzie Miller (Bush) of Norwich NY, sons Timothy Bush of Attica NY, James Bush of Wichita KS, brothers Jimmie Hicks of Cortland NY, Luther Hicks of North Hampton PA, sister Isabelle Cordary of Cortland NY, several grandchildren including Jamey Lynn Wright, joshua Nichols, several great grandchildren including Ethan & Connor Simonds, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Barbara was predeceased by her husband John Rich, brothers William, Leonard Jr., Willie, sisters Dora Hicks, and Sylvia Hicks Coville. Calling hours will be 5:00-6:45 pm Tuesday July 7, at Wright-Beard Funeral Home Inc., 9 Lincoln Ave Cortland NY, 13045, with a funeral service to follow at 7 pm at the funeral home with Rev. William Haynes presiding. A graveside service will be held 11 am Wednesday at the Glenwood Cemetery, Homer NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 57 Front St., Binghamton NY , 13905. To offer condolences online or for directions, visit www.wright-beard.com Suzi and family, When words become meaningless, please know, you are in my prayers and ever so close to my heart. Take care and please let us know if there is anything you may need. Your Sister Consultant, Becky Naylor Suzi, josh, & family, I am so sorry for your loss and I am proud of the way you took care of your mom and grand mother that she needed your support and the Love you showed her. katey's dad, Love Robert Our thoughts are with you&your family. So sorry for your loss. Love, Kelly,Steve Matt&Jordan