Barbara S. Forman

Barbara S. Forman, 90, died on Monday at her home surrounded by family.

She was born July 23, 1927, in Franklin, and was the daughter of the late Richard P. and Martha Berlin Shorts.

Barbara graduated in 1945, from Denison University in Granville, Ohio.

She married her soul mate, Hugh Forman, in Youngstown, Ohio, on May 19, 1952. Hugh preceded her in death on April 20, 1986.

Barbara and Hugh were longtime residents of Butler. They also shared a home in Longboat Key, Fla., where they enjoyed sailing around the Gulf of Mexico.

Barbara was active in the Butler Garden and literary clubs for many years, and was an avid bridge player. She was committed to her volunteer work through the Junior League, Meals on Wheels and Butler Hospital Auxiliary.

Barbara frequently referred to herself as the “luckiest woman in Butler.” Her optimistic nature and fun loving personality made people feel comfortable in her company.

Barbara is survived by two daughters, Susan of Champion, Pa., and Martha of Pittsburgh; as well as her surrogate daughter, Amy Vavro of Butler. She is also survived by her sister, Martha MacDonell of Lima, Ohio; and a niece and nephew.

The family is eternally grateful to Theresa, Jessica and Jacque', for the love, care and unending kindness shown to Barbara over the years.

FORMAN — Friends of Barbara S. Forman, who died Monday, May 28, 2018, will be received from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St., Butler.A memorial service will be held immediately following at 11 a.m. at the church with the Rev. John C.R. Silbert officiating.Burial will be private.Arrangements are being handled by Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, 124 E. North St., Butler.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Butler Public Library, 218 N. McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, or to a charity of the donor's choice.Online condolences may be left at www.thompson-miller.com