Barbara J. Held Obituary
The world bids farewell to Barbara J. Held (Rochester, New York), departing on May 25, 2025 at the age of 75. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara J. Held to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harley and Dorothy; and her siblings, Robert Brickler, Nancy Carroll, Dorothy Verdi, Peggy Tachin and Donald Brickler.
She is survived by: her husband Rich; her children, Cindy McMullan (Scott Lindsay), Patti Gibaud (Tom) and Rich Held Jr. (Heather); her grandchildren, Stephanie, Jesse, Zachary, Leanza, MacKenzie, Carter and Bryce; her great grandchildren, Elijah, Grayson, Easton and Raya; her siblings, Larry, Joe Brickler, Rene Higgins and Linda Keon; and her in-laws, Genine, Steve Coleman, Barb and John Giordano. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 1st 2025 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Farrell - Ryan Funeral Home (777 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14612). A Mass will be held on Monday, June 2nd 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Holy Cross Church (4492 Lake Ave, Rochester, NY 14612).
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holy Cross School or RRH Hospice Care Fund (https://www.rochesterregional.org) (please designate "Hospice Care Fund").
