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Barbara Askew

February 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Askew, on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in her 87th year. Best Mom ever of Lori and Edward, Linda and Gordon, and Lisa and Lynn. Wonderful Grandma of Hannah (Ethan) and Jessica, and Great-Grandma of baby Ryker. Dear sister-in-law of Henry (Nancy), Barb, Angela, and Joe. Special cousin of Dave and Joan. Cherished friend of Diane. Barbara was predeceased by her husband Stan. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mom sleeps awaiting the resurrection at the return of Christ to this earth.

A Memorial Service will be conducted at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation taking place one hour prior. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ivey Eye Institute or the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre (LHSC).

Thank you to all at LHSC, who were so kind to Mom, especially Dr. Foster, Julie and Kanan. Thank you to all Mom’s friends and neighbours who were so willing to help her.

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We send our love and sympathy. Your dear mom will be missed. She now rests awaiting the resurrection. We pray her sleep will be short.

~ Steve and Sharon

We have so many happy memories of Barb. She was a wonderful sister who continually thought of others through her many talents. From the Sunday School sing alongs to the baby showers and visits. She has a permanent place in our hearts and a great hope of the Kingdom.

~ Kay Tiffany Tj Freddie Bob Steve

Couldn't have asked for a better mother-in-law. Always kind and helpful. Will miss her until the day of resurrection.

~ Gordon Jones

Services for Barbara Askew

Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

March 10, 2025 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Memorial Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

March 10, 2025 2:00 pm

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Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre (LHSC)

Ivey Eye Institute

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