Barbara Anne Cuffe, Nee Stuart

The family of Barbara Cuffe announce the passing of a very strong, giving and compassionate wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend to many early in the morning of July 20, 2022, 8 days away from her 82nd birthday.  Barbara is survived by her Mother, Thelma Stuart-Linklater, her ever-loving husband Bill (William) Cuffe, and her three children, Leanne (Jim), Julie, and Kareen (Paul).  Barbara was engaged in the lives of her grandchildren, Alicia (Devin), Brad (Sarah), Mackenzie (Taylor), Emily (Mitch), Maddison (Zach); and devoted to spending time with her great-grandchildren: Jaymon, Emmett, Bryson, Elias, Alora and Ella.  She was a caring sister to Bill (William) Stuart (Linda) and Janice Dew.  Barbara will be dearly missed by all.  

The Cuffe family would like to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to Campbell House Palliative Residence, Georgian Triangle Hospice for all the care your staff rendered to Barbara during her time in your care: you helped make the most difficult of times much easier for us all.

In consideration of the pandemic, and the health of many; the family has chosen to offer this memorial webpage - please feel free to add your thoughts, your photos, your funny memories or stories of Barbara and share with those who knew her so that we can create an online celebration of who she was and all that she contributed to our lives.  

The photos shared are downloadable by those who comment; if you would like one or two for yourself; or if you would like them all to create a photo memorial book - please take advantage of this capability.  

Barbara was interned into her final resting place on July 28, 2022 on what would have been her 82nd birthday.  She was surrounded by her Mother, Brother, sister-in-law, Sister, nephew, eldest daughter, middle daughter, and some of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  May Barbara find peace and less suffering where she is now; and catch up with those who have left before her.   

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"There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart."  – Mahatma Gandhi

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My Brilliant Mother

by Casey Gamble

When my mother passed away,Her absence left its mark.I'll use her light to guide meWhen this journey of grief feels dark.

The greatest gifts she gave meAre courage, strength and resilience.I wouldn't be able to handle this painIf it wasn't for her brilliance.

Each time I laughed, she'd laugh along.And when I cried, she'd wipe my tears.Each time I fell, she'd help me up.For my wins, she was there to cheer.

She prepared me for the future,Taught me how to face my fears.Now the future is here but she is gone,And everything seems unclear.

She'd been with me from the startWith constant, unwavering love.Though she's moved on from this world,I know she's watching from above.

She would tell me to be strong, now.And continue on without her.So I'll be sure to lead a worthwhile lifeIn honor of my brilliant mother.