Barbara Jean Kendrick

Barbara Jean Kendrick, 55, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2023.

She was born on August 14, 1968 to the late Natale and Donna (Fry) Conti in Evanston, IL.

Barb was dedicated to her family, God and her friends. She was a kind soul, who was outgoing and always forgiving. She never met a stranger. She loved spending her time doting on her children, grandchildren, husband, and friends. Barb was loved by all who knew her. She enjoyed being a member of Canton Baptist Temple, movies, fishing and just being with people.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Kenneth Kendrick, their children, Brittney Kendrick-Didytch, Leigha (Jerry) Crofutt, and Kaitlyn Kendrick; a nephew, she raised as her own, Brian Shilling; grandchildren, Alexa, Jerry, and one on the way; siblings, Pat Conti and Rich Stoelzel.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Sheri Thompson, Dennis Conti, and Nick Conti.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 30, 2023 from 6pm-8pm at the Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home, Massillon.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at 10:30 am in the Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home, Massillon, with John McCaw, officiating. Burial will follow in Welty Cemetery.

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