Barbara E. Kayler Whitcomb, age 106, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at Western Reserve Hospice House in Westlake, Ohio.
Born on August 9, 1918 in Alliance, Ohio, she was the daughter of Samuel Earl and Edith Lenore (Mather) Kayler. Barbara graduated from Alliance High School and attended Kent State University.
Barbara was married to Merle H. “Mert” Whitcomb for 58 years until his passing in 2000. She is survived by her children: Bob (Maria) Whitcomb of Santa Clarita, CA; Janice (Ken) Dunn of North Olmsted, OH; and Sandy McDaniel of Indianapolis, IN. Grandchildren include Mindi Dunn Bub, Kristen (Jonathon) Bowen, Geoff Dunn, Adam (Jocelyn) Whitcomb, and Cory (Autumn) Dunn. She is also survived by 5 great grandchildren and was preceded in death by her brother, Bob (Marge) Kayler.
Barbara was an 18 year resident of Independence Village in Avon Lake, Ohio. She was a kind and gentle soul who was loved by all. Deeply devoted to her family, Barbara always brought out the good in others.
Barbara will be cremated and laid to rest beside her husband at Hope Cemetery in Salem, Ohio. An informal service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Love a Stray Dog Division at https://www.loveastraydog.com.
Barbara and I were dinner mates at Independence Village of Avon Lake.
As a result, we became friends. She was a joy and fun to be with. I cherished our friendship.
She was such a lovely lady who taught me Rummy Cube. She was a delight to talk to. My thoughts are with her family especially Sandy and Kristen ❤️