Barbara Ward Holt's Obituary
Barbara Holt, age 83, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Barbara dedicated many years to nurturing the creative talents of countless young minds by working as an art teacher at Elizabeth Forward. Barbara was not only revered in the classroom but also celebrated for her own artistic prowess. Her paintings and sculptures were a testament to her talent and a source of inspiration to all who knew her. Beyond the canvas, Barbara was a culinary artist, delighting friends and family with her exceptional cooking.
Her love for music was another facet of her artistic expression. Barbara's skillful piano and organ playing brought joy to many gatherings and will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of listening.
Barbara is survived by her brother Donald (Elinor) Beck; sister-in-law Sara (Bill) Daniels; niece Diane (George) Laegeler; nephews Randy (Gretchen) Daniels and Steven (Ellen Jo) Daniels; great nephews Chuck (Erin) Laegeler, Riley (Alexa) Laegeler, Ryan (Veronica) Laegeler, and William Daniels; great nieces Hailey Daniels and Josephine Daniels; great great nephews Bryson Laegeler and Ezekiel Laegeler; step son Donald (Heather) Brundage; and step grandson Jaimie (Paige) Brundage.
Barbara is preceded in death by her first husband Russell Holt, Jr., second husband David DeBar, son Russell Holt III, and her parents Wilber and Mary Jane Beck.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, February 1 at 2:00 pm in the funeral home's chapel. Burial will be handled by Jefferson Memorial Park.
Online condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.com.
What’s your fondest memory of Barbara?
What’s a lesson you learned from Barbara?
Share a story where Barbara's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Barbara you’ll never forget.
How did Barbara make you smile?