Barbara Ann Ferrell

Barbara Ann Ferrell, age 82, a life-long resident of Massillon passed away on January 17, 2020, following a brief illness, surrounded by her immediate family. She was born on November 2, 1937, to the late Herman and Mae Rita Wentzel. She was a member of the Columbian Ladies’ Guild where she volunteered with Bingo Nights. Barbara was active with her Washington High School class of 1955 reunion committee. She also enjoyed her monthly luncheons with her St. Mary’s classmates. She was an avid bowler even at age 81. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and granddaughter Rachel Kelley. She is survived by her husband of 64 years Charles W. Ferrell; children Marilyn Ehret, Judi (Chuck) Kelley, and Charles H. (Cathy) Ferrell; grandchildren Sara Kelley, Elizabeth (Jason) Miller, Steven (Michelle) Ehret, Ian Ferrell, and Caitlyn Ferrell; great-grandchildren Isaac and Madelyn Miller. A Celebration of Barbara’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home. Inurnment will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10-11 a.m. before the service.