Barbara Ann Harrison (nee Aprile).  Carpe Diem! This was her final lesson imparted to family and friends.  A teacher to the end, Barbara, who ended her extensive career with 27 years at Crofton House School, slipped away peacefully at home on March 22, 2008, surrounded by family, after a shockingly brief illness.

She leaves behind her two beloved children, Michael and Gail , 10 younger brothers and sisters, a loving stepmother and countless numbers of extended family and many very dear friends.

In spite of the swiftness of her demise, she received an abundance of heartwarming messages which conveyed to her the huge impact she had on so many lives.

Barbara's children wish to gratefully acknowledge all the love and support they have received from family, friends and neighbours.  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick's Church, 2881 Main St. (at Twelth Ave.,) on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 10:00 am, Fr. Nicolas Tumbelaka celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully acknowledged to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.