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Margaret Barkalow Obituary

Margaret "Peggy" Anne Barkalow, 59, of Brodheadsville, died Thursday, March 20, in Chestnuthill Township. She was the loving wife of Frederick Barkalow. They were married 35 years.

Born in New York City, N.Y., on Feb. 9, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Chaplin) Ryan.

She was employed as a registered nurse at Laurel Manor in Stroudsburg. Prior to that, she worked at Edna Mahn Correctional Facility in Clinton, N.J. for six years; Warren Hospital in Phillipsburg, N.J., for five years; and Overlook Hospital in Summit, N.J., for nine years.

Peggy was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gilbert; and had coached girls softball.

In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by three loving children, Staci A. Barkalow of East Stroudsburg, Freddy D. Barkalow and his wife, Maria, of Gilbert, and Derrick H.R. Barkalow of Brodheadsville; three brothers, John Ryan in Florida, Robert Ryan in California, and Patrick Ryan in Texas; two sisters, Mary O'Ryan in Florida, and Kathleen Lessi in Florida; two grandchildren, Selena Barkalow and Tony Barkalow of Gilbert; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by one brother, Richard Ryan.

Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 26, at Donald N. Gower Funeral Home, Route 209, Gilbert. A Mass of Christian Burial follows at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Gilbert. The Rev. Father William J. McCawley will serve as celebrant. Interment will be in Buena Vista Cemetery, Brodheadsville.

Visitation will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made in loving memory of Peggy to the charity of one's choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Pocono Record.

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Published by Pocono Record on Mar. 22, 2003.

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Freddy Barkalow

March 20, 2026

Mom it's been 23 years since you left us. There isn't a day that goes by that i wish you were still here. I miss you so much. I hope you and pops are living it up. Say hi to everyone that we lost way too soon. I love you.

Freddy Barkalow

February 9, 2026

Happy Happy heavenly birthday MOM I miss you so much. Hope you and POPS are having fun together. Tell pop I miss him too.

Freddy Barkalow

May 11, 2025

Happy Mothers day mom. I miss and love you so much. Have an awesome day up in Heaven shining down on us.

Robert Ryan

March 22, 2025

Well Peg, another chance to say we miss you. You left us much too early to see what our lives and Loves have turned into. All I can say, I Love and Miss You. Keep an eye on us and try to keep us out of Harms way.

Frederick barkalow

March 20, 2025

Moonlady with tony and Selena

Maria barkalow

March 20, 2025

We love and miss you so much. 22 years gone but never forgotten.

Maria barkalow

March 20, 2025

Freddy Barkalow

March 20, 2025

Well mom it has been 22 years since you left us and a day does not go by that I wish you were still here. I miss you so much. I am still waiting for you ro come home. I love you mommy.

Selena Barkalow

June 1, 2024

Love you grandma
~ Selena

Freddy Barkalow

March 20, 2024

It's been 21 years since you have been gone and there isn't a day that goes by that I wish I could see you again. Mom you were the heart and soul of our family I miss you so much ❤ ♥ always in my heart
Love your son Freddy

Maria Barkalow

March 17, 2024

Happy St. Patty's Day.

Robert Ryan

March 16, 2024

Another St. Patrick's Day is tomorrow. Again we won't be able to talk, laugh, and tease one another and the rest of our family. There are many who can be the subjects that cannot respond to me because they are with you. Been a long time, I still think and speak of you often. Take care of all those with you. I Love you. Bobby.

Maria BARKALOW

March 20, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Freddy Barkalow

March 20, 2022

Mom it's been 19 years since you've been gone. There is not a day that goes by I don't miss you. I will always love you. Hope to see you soon.

Frederick Barkalow

April 4, 2021

Happy Easter mom it's been a long time not a day goes by that I don't miss you. Please take care of everyone we lost way too soon

Robert Ryan

March 16, 2019

It's been almost 16 years since we have not seen you. I have talked to you and sometimes i can feel the answers, and I am thankful. I think and speak of you often, to friends, and relatives. It is difficult to put in words what my feelings are. Let me just say, I miss your sass, Love and demeanor, and the hand gestures that you made were, phenomenal. I Love you Peg. Your very Loving Brother, Bobby.

Freddy Barkalow

February 23, 2008

Mom it has been a long time since you have been gone. I miss you more and more each day. I can not wait to see you again. I know you are shining down on us from heaven. I really miss hanging out at the house with you, derrick, staci, and all of our friends. Mom just know that I love you and miss you more than anything.

Selena Barkalow

February 22, 2008

Dear Moonlady, since you pasted away everything changed we dont see anyone.Hoildays and birthdays fell like they dont exist.I miss everyone especially you.you were my one and only grandma and i will always love and miss you forever.I still have memories that make me cry I hope you are doing good and resting peacefully Love selena

Staci Barkalow

March 22, 2006

Can't believe it's been three years (and 2 days) Mom. I love you! Had a great St. Patrick's Day with Dad, Derrick & Helen. We ate lots of Corned Beef & Cabbage for you at an awesome Irish Pub!! Miss you always!

Lin M

October 4, 2005

Peg.you are still in my thoughts.......memories of you at Warren and our days together there.

Kathleen Lessl

October 4, 2005

Hey, Peg...It never gets easier missing you, only longer! I really missed you at Jack's 30th birthday party when we all got together. I could feel you there, though, and that was comforting. Please keep sending us your thoughts and prayers from heaven...we all need them..Love you VERY much...Kathy

STACI BARKALOW

October 3, 2005

I MISS YOU MOM!!!!!!!!!!

October 3, 2005

Robert (Bobby) Ryan

February 9, 2004

Happy Birthday.

Today you would have been 60. I wish you were here, so we wouldn't have to celebrate it without you. The year has gone quickly, with my thoughts of you and your Love daily.

Peace to you Peg. With much Love and Hope.

Bobby

Kathy Lessl

December 3, 2003

Hi, Peg: I miss you so very much. Our Thanksgiving was good because we spent it with Fred, Freddy, Staci, and Derrick. I literally felt you there with us! I miss our laughs and our times together. You must know now in heaven how really loved you are and that's a blessing to me. Take care, sis, and know you're never forgotten. Love, huggs and kisses, Kathy

Robert Ryan

December 2, 2003

Thanksgiving has come and gone. All the ones I spent with Peg came to mind on Thursday. I remember them all, the good, and the better ones. The loss still pains me, and the phone conversation we didn't have hurts the worst. I love and miss you Peg. I think of and pray for your family often. Take good care of God for us, we will see you again,

Love,

Bobby

Marsha Kibler

May 28, 2003

Dear Derrick,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Although it has been some time since we have been in touch, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please take care of yourself. Fondly, Marsha, Darin and Madison Kibler

Sherri Story(Smith)

April 13, 2003

To a WONDERFUL Family,





Aunt Peggy is the best, she had her way of touching everyones life that she came in contact with, each on a personal level. It is hard to go day by day and try to believe that this is all really happening.

Auny Peggy will be missed and loved everyday of my life.

Love ALWAYS, Sherri

Patrick Ryan

April 12, 2003

To all thank you for your love and support in this our hour of grief . We will all miss my sister but will know she is in Paradise with her mom and brother she was afollower of JESUS and a Lover of all mankind (what you do for the least of me you do for me) yours in chist Pat Ryan

Richie Morrill

April 8, 2003

My sincerest condolences to all of you. I do keep in touch with Bozo. I wanted to make it to the wake very badly to offer my condolences in person,but time would not allow me to. Again please accept my condolences

Robert (Bobby) Ryan

April 8, 2003

Thank You All.

Although the untimely passing of my sister Peg has been difficult, the Love that has been shown to us through Friends and the rest of her family has been Grand. Peg touched many lives and souls, we can only wait to see her again.

With Peace and Love to you all,

Bob Ryan

Kathleen Ryan Lessl

April 4, 2003

Hello, Everyone.

Thank you for all the prayers, flowers and mass cards for my sister Peggy. I was truly touched how all her friends pulled together and tried to take care of all the family needs at this horrible time.

If any of you want to keep in touch with me, I have included my email in this submission. Again, thanks for being such good friends to my sister. I miss her terribly already and life without her has only just begun.

.............."Baby-sister" Kathy

Dorothea Maciejunes

March 29, 2003

I am still in shock after Kathy's call. I was so looking forward to seeing Peggy again when the weather broke. We were close as children and I will always remember the great times in Staten Island. My prayers are with all of you.

Renee Smith

March 26, 2003

To the Barkalow family

I read the Pocono Record online as often as possible to try to stay in touch with things back home since moving from the area. I was very saddened to hear of the passing of a long time friend and someone I grew to respect and admire. It started many years ago with Peggy being my softball coach. She introduced me to a sport that I grew to love to this day. Enough so much that I have been coaching my own daughter's team for several years. She instilled many great qualities in her players and always had a smile and hug for us, even years after we grew up and moved on. I always loved to "catch up" with her when we would occasionally see one another. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of such a dear, sweet person. Your wife/mother will be very much missed but also remembered for the warm and caring person she was.

Carol Strouse

March 25, 2003

Dear Fred, Staci, Freddie, and Derrick,

From California, I am sending much, much love to you now. Shock and disbelief is the only thing I felt when Kris called and told me. I am deeply,deeply saddened to even think of Peggy being in such a horrific accident. Owen and Kris send their love and condolen ces. Prayers and ALL our love to you......I am so very, very sorry......

marie zarzycki

March 23, 2003

iv,e known you for 12 years. and i never got to tell you how much you meant to me. My family are thousands of miles away and i just wanted to let you no that your wisdom and you honesty meant alot to me and i loved you for that. your be sadly missed. rest in peace peggy all are love the zarzyckis. PS look after anthony.

Ron Shoemaker

March 22, 2003

Fred and Family,

So sorry to hear of Peg's passing. I've been in Florida for 10 years now but remember well having coached Freddie and being associated with Peg in little league has made us all better people in this world. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family.

Lin Miller

March 22, 2003

My deepest sympathy to Peggy's family. Peggy and I worked together at Warren. She will be missed..........

Melanie Howard

March 22, 2003

Peg, I didn't know you personally, but your passing has touched me very deeply. I hope my presence was in some way comforting to you. May you now dwell in the house of the Lord and may He bring peace and comfort to your family and friends. God bless you!

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