BarBara Jean Callan

1938 - 2017

BarBara Jean Callan obituary, 1938-2017, Elgin, SC

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Dunbar Funeral Home - Devine

3926 Devine St

Columbia, South Carolina

BarBara Callan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 13, 2017.

COLUMBIA - A funeral service for Barbara Jean Callan, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 19, 2017 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, with burial in Fort Jackson National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel.



Mrs. Callan passed away Thursday, October 12, 2017. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Frederic Boyce and Mabel McCarthy Boyce.



Barbara graduated from Marymount Manhattan College. She was an elementary school teacher along with being a parishioner of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. Barbara was a longtime member a local New York PTA, where she served as the President of the Local Council. Mrs. Callan had a love for reading and was a member of Woodcreek Book and Bunko Club. She was also a great cook and loved spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren.



Surviving are her husband of 48 years, John Francis Callan; son, John Francis Callan, Jr. of New York; daughters, Elizabeth Marie Callan of Elgin and Christina Callan Richardson (Mark) of Blythewood; grandchildren, Caitlin Anne Richardson, Callan Elizabeth Richardson, and Caroline Ruth Richardson.



In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Fredric Boyce and William Boyce.



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November 3, 2017

Chief Taylor

John Sr. & John Jr. Both of you have had a positive impact on my career and I wish there were words to express my sincere condolences for the loss of a loving wife and mother. I am just part of a large circle of support that will continue to pray for comfort for your entire family
Chief J. Taylor
Brentwood Freshman Center

October 23, 2017

Mary Ann Britt

So sorry to hear of Barbara passing. I thought she was a lovely person, very friendly. I know her from Pat/Med library. with love, and sincere sympathy

October 20, 2017

Christine Lindsay

John,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom.
May she rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Christine Lindsay (NMS)

October 19, 2017

David Jordan

Jan and I were sorry to hear about Mrs. Callan. She will be missed by many especially her grandchildren.

October 18, 2017

Dawn Schmitt

Love and prayers for peace and comfort. May your happy memories help you in the days to come. Much love, the Schmitts

October 18, 2017

John- so very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a very sweet woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Frank and Mary Ann Bartley

October 18, 2017

KELLEY

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:

October 17, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

October 17, 2017

Cristian Gomez-Perez

Dear John Callan Jr,

I have known you for many years. You have been a blessing in my life. Thank you for all that you and your family continue to do for Brentwood, NY. We are thankful to know that you have a heart for not only the community but for the next generation of leaders. My prayers and heart is with you and your family. I hope and pray to see you soon. We may not understand the pain at this very moment but know there is a greater purpose. I know that your mother is proud of you and is continuing to watch over you.


Blessings,
Alex Gomez

October 16, 2017

Bill and Pat Condon

Dear John and family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.. Sincerely,

Bill and Pat Condon

October 14, 2017

BJ and John Kubin

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Barbara was a wonderful lady and will be missed by everyone.

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Oct

18

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Dunbar Funeral Home - Devine

3926 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205

Oct

19

Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

St. John Neumann Catholic Church

NY

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3926 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205

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