Barbara Jean Ryea (Watkins), age 81 of Holderness, passed away Friday, January 10th, following a long illness, with her loving family by her side.
Barbara was born October 12, 1938 in Hatboro, Pennsylvania and was the 4th of nine children (six sisters, two brothers) born to Joseph Watkins and Florence Watkins nee Duncan.
Barbara will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 54 years, Harold Ryea of Holderness, daughter Diane L. Ryea of Lincoln, daughter and son-in-law Jennifer (JJ) & Travis Good of Essex, MA and her favorite grandson, Brandon Good, also of Essex, MA
Barbara had a deep love for her family, and one of her greatest joys was being a grandmother. In addition, some of her fondest memories were family trips to Pennsylvania and Maine to visit her siblings and numerous nieces & nephews. She will be remembered fondly for her sense of humor as well as her no-nonsense bits of advice.
The family wishes to honor her request and "keep it simple". In lieu of a formal service, a graveside ceremony will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Plymouth, NH on Friday May 29th at 11:00 am.