Lillian Barr

Lillian Barr, 96, of Platte Clove passed away at The Pines Nursing Home in Catskill, NY on January 13, 2023 after a brief illness. She was born on April 16, 1926 in Platte Clove, NY, the first child of Sylvan and Gladys Dolan. She worked as a sales lady extraordinaire in various retail establishments for 40 years. Lillian lived her life with dignity and grace having a kind word and a smile for all.

Lillian enjoyed cooking. Her meatloaf and zucchini bread were renowned among family and friends.

She loved movies. Her all time favorite being “Gone With The Wind.” Her daughter,
granddaughter, and great-granddaughter knew the love story of star-crossed lovers Rhett and Scarlett.

Lillian was an avid supporter of women’s rights. She truly valued the right to vote and exercised that right on every election day.

Her loving survivors include her daughter Sandra Borrelli of Ravena, and her companion Larry Lynch of Little Falls, granddaughter Carla Gleason and husband Michael Gleason of Glenmont, and two great-grandchildren, 11 year old Caroline and 6 year old Robert. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Lillian was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Philip Barr as well as her parents and siblings.

Services will be held at Aston-Basagic Funeral Home in Hunter, NY on Saturday January 21 st 2023. Calling hours will be from 11am-1pm, a prayer service will be conducted at 1pm and Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Elka Park, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern, NY.