Obituaries
Barbara L. Homsher, 63
October 26, 2021
Barbara Lianne Homsher, 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Born in Englewood, NJ, she grew up in Stroudsburg, PA, and was the daughter of the late Frank and Barbara Miller Richards. Barb worked for 20 years driving buggy tours and caring for horses in the Lancaster area. She loved animals and also worked for ORCA of Lancaster, regaling her friends and family with stories of catching goats, snakes, pigs, and hawks as well as rescuing the usual dogs and cats. An avid “thrifter,” she also loved the outdoors, spending her time gardening, hiking and camping at every opportunity. In her last months she was proud to take a “bucket list” RV trip across the United States, visiting National Parks such as the Badlands, Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon.
Barb is survived by: her beloved son, Anthony J. Keris, of San Francisco, CA, married to Amy Dunphy; her seven sisters: Susan (Russ) Lasch of Lancaster, PA, Carol (Greg) Bonavita of North Canton, OH, Nancy (Lylian) Richards of Collegeville, PA, Mary (Jim) Fish of Cape Canaveral, FL, Anne (Jim) Montgomery of New Holland, PA, Elisabeth “Buffy” (Peter) Pipolo of Cresco, PA, and Sara (Brian) Devitt of Beach Haven; NJ; four brothers: Frank Richards of Barnegat, NJ, John (Florence) Richards of Deerfield Beach, FL, William (Lizzette) Richards of Drexel Hill, PA, and Thomas (Aaron) Richards of Asheville, NC; her dog, Ella, and her cats, Spook, Knucklehead, Whiskers, and Giz.
Barb loved Santa Claus and Halloween and taught everyone around her how to have a good time and live life to the fullest. A celebration of her life will be held, just as she would have wished it to be, on Halloween, Sunday, October 31st, from 11AM-2PM at Lancaster County Central Park, Pavilion 11, 733 Williamson Rd. Costumes encouraged. *In keeping with the COVID-19 pandemic please do not attend if you have any symptoms or have been exposed to the virus.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Pet Pantry of Lancaster or to Bright Side Opportunities Center of Lancaster.
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Condolences to the Family
November 01, 2021
To all the family, I am so sorry for the passing of Barb. You are all in my prayers.
November 01, 2021
I knew Barb in high school and she always lived life to its fullest. We would all hang together with Pat M, Tim S, Steve P, and Rich W and many more. Her laughter and warmth was contagious. She was a friend to many.
November 01, 2021
God bless you tony and your family. We are praying for you all. Neicy
October 31, 2021
Barbara was my best friend when I was growing up. I really don’t know how I would have manmaged without her friendship. So many days were spent with her and her sibs. She was a treasure. As we grew older we drifted apart and I moved away, but I will always have fond memories of all that time we spent together. As backyard neighbors it frequently felt likle we were all part of one big family. I know the world is less for the loss of Barbara, but that all our lives were richer for knowing her. My sincere condolences to her family and her brothers and sisters. With Love, Pat Massie Carlisle (previously Stroudsburg)
October 31, 2021
My deepest sympathy and condolences to a lovely family. I had the pleasure knowing the family babysitting for Sara as an infant while your Mom was the school nurse.
Susan Messerle
October 31, 2021
To the Family of Barbara (Richards) Homsher,
Barbara was a childhood friend and neighbor. It saddened me to learn of her passing. I looked back on my childhood and remember all of the fun we had growing up as neighboring families. I pray for the family and the healing needed as Barbara passed way too soon.
My sincerest condolences to the entire family!
God Bless Barbara!
Sincerely,
Bill Massie
Stroudsburg, Pa
October 30, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to Barb’s family, we are deeply saddened to hear of their loss, and surround you in love and prayers. Mom and I often spoke with Barb while she was enjoying time on her front porch, or while walking her beloved Ella. If I may, I have a little story I’d like to share as those we love live on through memories. A few summers ago Barb had the radio on outside while she was hanging wash in her backyard. It was a beautiful sunny day with a sweet summer wind blowing. The tune drifting on that wind was Pharrel Williams’ ‘Happy’, and from a few houses away I heard her singing along with great enthusiasm. I paused to take in her contagious spirit of the moment, it made my heart smile. And this is how I will remember her, in the sunshine and happy! Rest in peace Barb. We will miss you.
The Ritchey’s ( Brenda & Norma , your neighbors)
October 28, 2021
I’m very sad to see this….a very long time ago I was a babysitter for the Richards family. It was always an adventure, and Barbara was a huge help with hints and tips for me. I know she will be dearly missed.
Joanne Sebring Witcraft
