Barbara "Barb" (Bennett) McCann
March 25, 1933 - September 28, 2019
Obituary
MADISON - Barbara “Barb” (Bennett) McCann, age 86- Dear Family and Friends. The Lord decided that on Sept. 28, 2019, my time on earth was completed. With the many blessings I have received in my lifetime, I close my earthly journey with no regrets and am so happy to be with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I closed this chapter with my children by my side and will begin my new chapter in heaven with my husband and many dear friends including Ski and Shirley Beierwalter and Mary Lance.
Barb was born to Joseph and Pat (Estabrook) Bennett on March 25, 1933. She had three wonderful sisters, Susan Moore (George) and Eleanor Bennett and Nancy Clohessy John (Richard), who she loved and cherished.
Barb married Clarence “Mac” McCann on April 1, 1953, and lovingly raised their four children, Nancy Ranum (Gordy), Thomas McCann, Elizabeth Kirchstein (Ken) and Ann Anderson. Barb was very involved in her churches throughout her life. She was faithful to her family, friends and always reached out to care for others who may need a friend. She touched many lives including friends and caring staff in the Oakwood East community.
Barb was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Pat Bennett; husband, Clarence McCann; and granddaughter, Rachel Barden. In addition to her three sisters and children; Barb is survived by grandchildren, Luke McCann, Jake McCann, Joseph Ranum (Laura), Samuel Ranum, Nathan Anderson, Robert Anderson, Emily Barden, Hannah Barden and Chelsea (Andy) Klein; and six great-grandchildren. All those whose lives were touched by Barbara’s example, love, kindness and acceptance will miss her.
A funeral service will be held at OAKWOOD EAST-TREE OF LIFE CHAPEL, 5565 Tancho Drive, Madison, Wis., at 12 p.m. Noon on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. until the time of the service. A time of fellowship will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Oakwood Foundation www.oakwoodvillage.net/support-us. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Visitation
Tue Oct 1, 2019 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Oakwood East Tree of Life (Madison) • 5565 Tancho Drive, Madison, WI null
Service
Tue Oct 1, 2019 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Oakwood East Tree of Life (Madison) • 5565 Tancho Drive, Madison, WI null
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Memories
NJ
Nancy Clohessy John
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My sister Barb, without question, was about the kindest person I ever knew. I never heard her say an unkind word about anyone. Her faith was so inspiring to me, as well as many, many others and she built an impressive group of dear friends who loved her dearly..
As her youngest sister by several years, she in some ways was more of a mother to me, and in the past few decades, a role model for living a deep and unwavering faith.and loving unconditionally. Very difficult to live up to, for sure!
Though I didn’t see her as often as I would have liked during the past year, I will cherish the last visit with her forever!
RIP with the Lord, beloved sister!
Nancy
MS
Marilyn Stauter
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The 3 daughters of Mary Lance send sympathy and also rejoice in the graduation to Heaven of your dear sweet mom, Barb. Although you will miss her, you will cherish the precious memories you made with her. With our love and prayers, Marcia Graves, Marilyn Lance Stauter and Margo Fieseler.