FERRISBURGH — Barbara E. Knapp, 71, of Ferrisburgh passed away early in the morning of Oct. 9.

BARBARA E. KNAPP

She was born in Bellows Falls, Vt., and raised in Waltham, Vt., the daughter of Edward and Charlotte Knapp. She graduated from Vergennes High School in 1969.

Barbara had a few different career paths. She was a legal secretary at Marsh and Associates and retired from Verizon.

She volunteered for meals on wheels.

Barbara had a very special son. She enjoyed many road trips including this past spring to Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. One of the highlight trips was to Alaska and touring the wilds of Denali.

Barbara enjoyed reading, watching birds at her feeder and spending time with her dog Lottie and son Toby.

Barbara was predeceased by her parents and brother, John Knapp. She is survived by her brother James Knapp, nieces and a nephew as well as her son Toby and his partner Jeannine.

A gathering will take place at the American Legion in Vergennes Saturday, Oct. 29, at 1 p.m. Donations can be made to Vergennes Area Rescue Squad or Homeward Bound/Addison Country Rescue Society. ◊