Barbara M. Rerecich

85, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Island Health and Rehabilitation on Bainbridge Island.She was born on September 15, 1927 in The Dalles, Oregon to Clarence and Moree Blize and grew up in Waitsburg-Walla Walla County, and graduated from Waitsburg High School in 1945. Barb went on to the University of Washington in 1946, and later graduated from Eastern Washington State College.Barb owned and operated funeral homes in Port Townsend and Bainbridge Island until her retirement. In 1975 she married Nick Rerecich and continued her love of gardening with her faithful little dog, "Sassy" and together with Nick their adventure of boating and travel.Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Nick. She is survived by her stepdaughter Linda Richards (Guy), Sister, LeeNore Finch (Nolan) and nephew, Greg Finch (Vanessa) extended family and friends.A huge heartfelt thank you to Barb's devoted at home caregivers, Helga, Melissa and Sarah who made everyday an adventure. Also to Island Health for their care and compassion.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the graveside service on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 1 PM at Kane Cemetery on Bainbridge Island. A reception will follow in the St. Monica room at St. Cecilia Catholic Church on Bainbridge Island. Please sign the guest book for the family.