QUEENSBURY – Barbara Crotty passed away Sunday, October 11th 2020, at home surrounded by her family.
Born in Glens Falls on October 15,1931, to Abraham (George) and Egia Jacobs at the Jacobs family compound on 283 Warren Street, she was one of eight children.
Barb graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1950 and went on to work at Glens Falls Insurance Company. She met her husband Allen Crotty in 1957 and they were married on February 2, 1958, prior to Allen leaving for service in the United States Army in Augsburg, Germany on Feb. 11.
She loved her big, close-knit Syrian family and has many fond memories of her time growing up in Glens Falls as an “East Ender”. Barb was always a connector of people. Barb forged and maintained many great friendships over her lifetime and had a knack for remembering everyone; even if she hadn’t seen someone in decades. Barb was a second mom to many of her son’s friends over the years and enjoyed seeing them and hearing about what they were up to. Barb also enjoyed her friendships, bingo, and card games at the Westbrook Apartments.
She was a loving wife, mother and Tita. As a Mom, Barb never failed to be the most supportive mother a kid could ever ask for. She was so proud of her grandchildren Keighan, Cole, Emily and Katie. Her “granddogs” Landon and Max gave her great joy and laughter. She enjoyed caring for and spending time with her family. Barb enjoyed her grandchildren whether it be as a vocal cheerleader at soccer and lacrosse games or cross country meets, in addition to, sitting through many plays and chorus concerts. Her love of cooking and sharing her Syrian food was one of her biggest joys in life.
Barb’s faith was very important to her as she was a lifelong member of the Saint George Orthodox Church, where she was a long-time, active, member of the Ladies Auxiliary.
Barbara was predeceased by her parents Abraham and Egia Jacobs, a newborn daughter Marlene Egia Crotty, her sisters Mary Johns, Martha Walsh, Helen Parker, Victoria Delaware, and one brother, George (Jake) Jacobs and their spouses.
Barb is survived by her husband of 62 years Allen; two sons, Peter (Kelly) and Jeffery (Patti); her four beloved grandchildren, Keighan and Cole (Pete and Kelly) and Emily and Katie (Jeffrey and Patti); as well as, her sisters Anna Cottrell and Beatrice Salem; many special nieces and nephews, and her dear friend Debbie Hughes.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. George Orthodox Church.
The Rite of Committal will follow at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.
Special thank you to High Peaks Hospice, Dr. Joseph Mihindu, Dr. Suzanne Blood, Mary Stein and the staff at Hudson Headwaters, and the nurses and staff of Warren County for their help and care.
In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Barb’s memory to High Peaks Hospice 454 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12804 or St. George’s Orthodox Church 55 Main St. South Glens Falls, NY 12803.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Dear Allen, Pete, Kelly, Jeff. Patti, and family, our thoughts and
prayers are with you at the passing of your loved one. May
the many happy memories of Barb be a source of comfort to
you all at this difficult time. Most sincerely, Roy and Sue Cottrell
So sorry to hear aunt Barbara has passed. I enjoyed working and visiting with her when she was in the hospital as I work in PT. So true about her memory. I hadn’t seen her in decades . I asked her if she knew me. She said without hesitation “you’re Carole”. She also sharedCaregivers at GFH loved her too. What a wonderful woman.
So sorry to hear aunt Barbara has passed. I enjoyed working and visiting with her when she was in the hospital as I work in PT. So true about her memory. I hadn’t seen her in decades . I asked her if she knew me. She said without hesitation “you’re Carole”. She also shared many loving stories about her family and how she loved her life.Caregivers at GFH loved her too. What a wonderful woman.
Dear Jeff and Family,
We were saddened to learn about you mother’s death. Her legacy will live on with her wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. May your mother rest in eternal peace. Fondly, Rick and Barbara Ost
Al-Pete-Jeff Sorry for your loss.
Barb was a great lady and we always enjoyed her company
May God be with you Horse
Dear Jeff, Patti, & family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your Mom.
I enjoyed the stories that my dad often told about the joys and great memories they both shared growing up as East Enders.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Dear Al and Family,
Herb and I were very sad to read of Barb’s passing. She was such a warm and friendly person. Always happy to see you and have a visit. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Libby and Herb
Dear Al, Jeff, Pete and family.
Linda and I send you all our sincere condolences on Barb’s passing. She truly was a special lady. We will always remember our times together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Bill and Linda
Al, Jeff, Pete….I am so sorry for your loss. Barb was an amazing woman and a very dear friend. We send our love and prayers to you and your family’s. RIP my dear friend…I will remember you always!
Al, Pete and Jeff – I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Barb was such a kind woman and treated us all so well. Thankfully there are no shortage of memories to guide you through this difficult time. My sincere condolences to your entire family.
Dear Al and Family,
Our deepest condolences for the loos of Barbara, she was a special lady.
Sincerely,
Nistor Family
Dear Al and family,
We want to say how sorry we are for the loss of your wife. She was a wonderful person.
Love and prayers,
Roger and Margo Guglielmo
Codolences to All
Sorry to hear of Barb’s passing