Barbara G. Baldwin, 88, of Warren, went to be with the Lord Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Washington Square Healthcare Center in Warren.  She was born January 1, 1929 in Herkimer, N.Y., the daughter of William and Genevieve (Samsel) Amell, and had lived in the area for fifty years.

A single mom who raised six kids, Barbara had worked as a nurse’s aide in a variety of hospital, nursing home, and home health care settings.  She had attended the former Southeast Baptist Church and taught Sunday School at Charity Baptist Church.  She enjoyed puzzles, sewing, gardening, traveling, and playing games with family.

Surviving are six children: Roger (Vivian) Price of Utah, Charlie Price of Ohio, Daniel Price of Arizona, Diane Sherman of Warren, Nancy Baldwin of Warren, and David Baldwin of Vienna; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; a sister, Eleanor James of Herkimer; and two brothers: Clifford Amell of Herkimer, and Robert Amell.  Preceding her in death are three brothers: Lawrence Ortello, Norman Amell, and William Amell, Jr.

Services are 4:00 pm Monday, June 19, 2017 at Staton-Borowski Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Spurlock officiating.  Friends may call 3:00 to 4:00 pm Monday at the funeral home.  Inurnment will take place at Pineview Memorial Park at a later date.

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