Barbara Ann Doak Obituary

The family of Barbara Ann Doak of Columbia Falls, Maine announces her passing on October 5, 2026. Barbara, born on February 2, 1943, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Ann Doak to show support.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Barbara for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Barbara’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: John Zell and Irene Shoop Zell; husband: Peter Doak; aunt: Miriam (Mim) Aldridge; brother: John Zell; children: Susan Maynard, Robert I. Porter, Jennifer Cainas, Melissa Doak and Luke Doak; grandchildren: Christopher Maynard, Alexander Maynard, Gabrielle Maynard and Ethan Maynard; great grandchild: Alessandra Cainas; friends: Rob Heallen, Dot Blackwood, Robin Prout and Richie Poirier; and all of her Pine Grove kids.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Snyder Funeral Home (139 S Tulpehocken St, Pine Grove, PA 17963). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the St. John's Lutheran Church (222 S Tulpehocken St, Pine Grove, PA 17963). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Balsam Valley Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 or online at t2t.org in her memory.