Obituary of Barbara Adams

Barbara I.Adams, 85, of Cortland passed away August 12, 2010 at home. Barbara was born October 13, 1924 in Dexter , NY the daughter of the late Niles and Florence Good Adams. Barbara had been employed at Rubbermaid for several years,worked in the Cortland County Tourist Booth and volunteered at the Country Music Park. Her memberships included The American Legion,DAVA (life member), Eagles, VFW, RSVP,CRT usher, Thursday Morning Coffee Club and the Moose Club WOTM, where she had held several positions. Barbara is survived by her sons Gary (Lisa)Busby of Cortland , James (Marie) Busby of Groton, daughters Bonnie Cratsenberg of Florida,Mary (Ron) Dexter of Homer, Norma(Fred)Vleer of Oriskany Falls, Doreen Busby of Cayuga, her son-in-law David Riehlman of Homer,her sister-in-law Patricia Adams of Dexter, NY ,Mary Cogswell (the sister shenever had) of Cortland,and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Her daughter Loretta Riehlman,brothers Raymond (Ruth) and Richard Adamspredeceased her. A memorial service will be held Saturday August 21, at 2:00 pm at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home 9 Lincoln Ave. with the Reverend Peter Williams officiating. Friends are invited to call from 12:00-1:45 pm prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Barbaras name may be directed to the American Cancer Society 13 Beech St, Johnson City, NY 13790 or the American Heart Association 17 Technology Place East Syracuse , NY 13057. Tooffer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you today. We wish we could be with you. Aunt Barbara will be missed very much. We love you all. Art & Cindy Arthur Ray & Trevor Dear Gary, Jimmy, Norma, Mary, Bonnie, Doreen, I want you to know how very sorry I am Barb passing. I know the hurt as it was just 3 years agao for my Mom. Our Moms were such good friends. Just remember she is in a better place now. I can tell you but I'm sure already now that you kids and her grandkids were her life! She always had updated pictures to show me when I saw her. Her face would light up so bright and she would say, "Oh look I have something to show you!" I always enjoyed to see them as you were all like big brothers and sisters to me growing up and Barb was like a second Mom. Take care and am sorry I can't be there as I have moved to Florida. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love to All, Robin To Gary, Lisa, Mary, Ron and the rest of your family - Please accept our sympathy for the loss of your mom. We are unable to attend calling hours in person as we are headed up north to a baptism that day. Andrea saw your mom on a regular basic through the Area Agency on Aging, she was a sweet lady. Sincerely, Carlton and Andrea Dawson Gary,& family.. I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Barb's passing. Please know you are in our prayers as she will be missed by so many.. God bless you & the family .. Stay strong. God knows you are hurting. "Love "Val" To Barb's family: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was friends with my parents (Bob & Margaret Randall) for many years and they always enjoyed her company. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Patty (Randall) Davis Norma,Fred and Family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. We are so sorry and I will call you soon. LOve The Tanners Dear Gary & Family - So sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. My sympathies to you and your family. God bless, Ruth I'm so sorry on the lost of you mom.My prayers are with you and your family god bless you and be strong. linda randall starkey