Barbara J. Haddock

Barbara J. (Meier) Haddock passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025 surrounded by her family at Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 69 years, Charles Haddock; her daughter, Lorraine Sawyer; and two sons, Dennis Haddock and Stewart Haddock and his wife, Patricia. Barbara also leaves behind five grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Her daughter, Cheryl Haddock, predeceased her.

Barbara graduated from Saint Vincent School of Nursing in Staten Island, NY in 1953. She began her nursing career at the New York State Rehabilitation Hospital in Haverstraw, NY. After her marriage and while she was raising her four children she worked part-time at Nyack Hospital. The family moved up to Massachusetts in 1969, at which time she helped build and maintain the Long View Motel and Campground in Brimfield, while continuing her nursing career at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge. She worked for 27 years in ICU/CCU on the midnight shift until her retirement in 1996.

Barbara spent her life caring for people. She was very active in her church, as a member of the Episcopal Women’s Club, the Altar Guild, and the choir. She made clam chowder for the annual Red Door Fair, which people still ask for!

Barbara enjoyed traveling the world with her husband, skiing in Switzerland, and their Australia trip were among the highlights. She also enjoyed local trips with friends and family.

Holiday parties were always celebrated at the lake. The neighborhood progressive Christmas dinner party was an annual event for many years. Family always gathered for Christmas and Fourth of July to spend time with each other. These gatherings were always the best for Barbara; she loved having her family close.

There will be a Memorial Service on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 1:00PM in Christ Memorial Episcopal Church, 135 North Main Street, North Brookfield, MA. A Celebration of Life will be held at Bike House Brewery, 31 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield, MA immediately following the service. Arrangements are being made with Varnum Funeral Home, West Brookfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Christ Memorial Episcopal Church, 135 North Main Street, North Brookfield, MA 01535.