Barbara Stretch
Barbara Stretch (Landers), 73, of Stoughton formerly of Dorchester, passed away on May 11, 2013. Devoted wife of Thomas Stretch, Jr. Beloved mother of Thomas C. Stretch III of Georgia, Margaret M. Delaney of Weymouth, Michael Stretch of Stoughton, Kathleen Stretch of Abington, Patricia Stretch of Boston, Patrick J. Stretch of Dorchester and the late Edward P. Stretch. Sister of Edward, Paul and Kathleen. Barbara is also survived by eleven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Ann’s Church, 243 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, Wednesday May 15 at 10 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON, Tuesday from 4-8 P.M. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s name may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center Development Office, 165 Cambridge Street, Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114. Please specify that your donation is to fund Ovarian Cancer Research.
Guestbook Entries
We’ll all miss my Beautiful Sister who had the greatest Love for Her Family and extraordinary generosity toward others. She was sustained by Her strong Faith and, with humility, She demonstrated in Her life how one could start with so little and accomplish so much. Her beautiful memory will live as long as those who knew and loved Her shall live. Now is Your time to rest in Peace, Big Sister.
Edward P. Landers
Going to miss you Mom! Can’t say thanks enough for the all love, sacrifices and encouragement you provided us during your time here with us. You are an inspiration to all of us! You were the Matriarch and the Rock of our family! We know you are in a far better place and I know you are sitting in a Box Seat behind home plate right next to God, while I struggle to hopefully earn a seat in the bleachers in Heaven! Thank you for everything Mom! I love you!
Tommy
Patrick, I was so sorry to learn of Barbara’s passing. I remember working with her when I first got to Blue Cross and remember her as a gentle, loving woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patrick and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a beautiful person and I enjoyed the time I worked with her. I still have the beautiful photo album she made for me.
I hope the special memories you shared will help you through this difficult time.
Barbara, you were the strongest woman I ever knew. You had the deepest of faith than anyone I have ever known. You always had the strongest love for your family and was always there for them no matter what. You have always been the best example for me as to how a mother was supposed to take care of her family and children. I miss you deeply. I love you.
Kathy and the Stretch Family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are will you all during this difficult time. Love, Marlene, Steve and Jake
Really Miss you Mom! Think of you often! Please continue to watch over us!
Love
Tommy