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Maud Barrett Obituary
Miss Barrett died Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
She was born Feb. 3, 1918, in Bucklin, the daughter of Odus "Oat" and Agness Perse Barrett, and was raised by Walter and Hattie Arbuckle. She attended school in Fort Scott.
Miss Barrett farmed with her family in rural Douglas County for many years. She also worked as a silk finisher at Independent Laundry and Dry Cleaners for three years. She was a Farm Bureau member, and a member and past president of the Barker Busy Bees in northwest Douglas County.
Survivors include five nephews, one niece, and dear friends Neal and Darlene Hart, Lawrence.
Memorial contributions in Miss Barrett's name may be made to the Bucklin Cemetery, in care of the funeral home, 601 Ind., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Online condolences may be sent at www.rumsey-yost.com
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June 17, 2012
Maud was a good neighbor of our family for many years. She worked very hard and was a kind, helpful friend. She kept in touch and was always interested in her friends in the country. Linda Akin Renner
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Jan Pool
June 11, 2012
Maud believed in hard work and good will towards others. I will miss her presence at Babcock.
Paula Hunsinger
June 9, 2012
Maud was one of the most kindest, dearest, & sweetest persons I have ever met. Although I only knew her less than a year, she blessed my life more than I can say just by being who she was. Her friends at Babcock Place were like family to her & made the last years of her life the best ones.
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