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Barbara A. Krimmel, 71

February 10, 2020

Barbara A. Krimmel, 71, of Landisville, PA, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2020 at her residence.

She was the husband of Edward A. Krimmel. Jr. with whom he shared 38 years of marriage this past August 21st. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Oscar H. Barefoot and the late Evelyn J. Gertler Haines.

Barb had worked as a watch technician for the Hamilton Watch/ Swatch Co. for 29 ½ years. After retiring, she worked for Physician Support Systems.

She was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church, where she assisted with shut-in members with transportation and attended Bible study.

Barb was a former Girl Scout Leader, was an organizer with the Burrows School Bazaar and volunteered with the auction for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. She enjoyed ceramics and crafts.

In addition to her husband, Ed, she is survived by her stepchildren: Edward A. III married to Lisa Krimmel of San Antonio, TX, and Timothy A. married to Dana Krimmel of Lancaster; 2 grandchildren Justin and Darrin Zellers; 4 stepgrandchildren: Nicole, Brandon, Hunter and Cole Krimmel; one great grandchild Sibana and by her sister, Linda Barefoot married to Benjamin Bleacher, Jr. of Gastonia, NC. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert J. Smith, and her daughters Tammy L. Smith Zellers and Christine L. Smith.

Barbara’s family would like to thank the caregivers at the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Center for the care provided to her.

Friends are invited to attend Barb’s Memorial Services on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 11AM at Grace Lutheran Church, 517 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603. Free parking is available in the Queen St. garage. Her family will receive friends after the services at the church. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in her memory to Grace Lutheran Church at the above address or to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

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April 30, 2020

I’m so sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing.  I always remember Christine talking about her and when I finally got to meet her, it was like I knew her for years.  I know she is in peace now and know she is in heaven with her girls ❤️
Melissa Scarpitti

February 19, 2020

Dear Ed,
I worked many years with Barb at Swatch Group. She was the sweetest person. God bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ken and Linda Brubaker

February 18, 2020

I just would like to tell the family Barb was one of the kindest , considerate people I know  . You have my sincereest sympathy Peggy Jones

February 18, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about Barbs passing.  We had great times at McCaskey and she was liked by everyone.  I remember you and Barb coming into Farmers Supply, it was the first time I had seen her since school and she looked the same.  We always had our backs to talk about.  She was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed.
Dawn Rhoads

February 18, 2020

To Ed and family,
I  am so sorry to read of Barbara’s passing.  Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  I will light a candle for Barbara on Sunday.
Fran Lombardo Spangler

February 16, 2020

Sorry for your loss Ed. Know it isn’t an easy time for your family but she is in Heaven now and smiling down on you without a doubt. 
John Hatch

February 16, 2020

My love and prayers go out to the lovely family if my dear and treasured friend barb. I will miss our phone calls and many sent cards with lov.miss yiu already barb. Lov pat brazill

February 16, 2020

Ed and family, we are sorry to hear about Barb passing. May she Rest In Peace.  Hugs from Jim and Sue Bleacher.   Friends from years ago.    

February 16, 2020

My condolences to the family 
Barbara was a school friend (back in that day, we had elementary school – kindergarten through 6 grade: junior high school – 7th through 9th grade: senior high school 10th  through 12th grade).  I have known Barbara from junior through senior school years.  May the beauty, kindness & strength of Barbara ease the transition of Barb passing on.
S. S. Kreider

February 16, 2020

So sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan Strickland (Karen Thomas’ Aunt)

February 16, 2020

So sorry to see that Barbara had gone to be with her daughters in heaven. I worked with her at Physician’s Support System many years ago, so I haven’t been in contact with her for many years. Sorry for your loss. God speed Barb. 🕊️💜
Ellen Weaver

February 16, 2020

So sorry!  Barbara was my friend for many years.  She will be missed.  I have known Barbara for fifty years. May she RIP.  Ed my prayers are with you!
Nancy Demming

February 13, 2020

Ed and family…words can not express the love Barb had for her family.  May you find peace in knowing she is in heaven with her savior and beloved daughters.  Lisa Kauffman

February 13, 2020

Ed, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family. May God give you strength  and comfort in the days ahead.
Mike and Karen Michener 

Services
Thursday, February 20, 2020
11:00 AM
Grace Lutheran Church
517 N. Queen St.
Lancaster, PA
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