Barbara Mackenzie Stanley

Barbara F. Stanley, 94, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Marcia (Hugh) Reed; daughter-in-law, Jeanne MacKenzie; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Julie MacKenzie, Mackenzie (James) Goss, Sarah (Joe) White, Caitlin(David) Hammack; 6 great grandchildren, Walker and Gracie White, Brenna and JR Goss, Maelyn and Hugh Hammack; three siblings, George (Joyce) LaRocque, Marilyn Lemire, Jimmy Veroneau; sister-in-law, Margaret Berry; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and the caring extended family of Francis Stanley. She was predeceased by her husband of 17 years, Francis A. Stanley; son, Charles W. MacKenzie; brother, Jules LaRocque; husband, Carl W. MacKenzie. Barbara was born September 30, 1927 in Berlin, New Hampshire. As a young woman she moved to Boston and spoke often about her life there and her love of the city. Barbara loved baseball, an unwavering and loyal Red Sox fan always, and also was a fan of the NY Mets. Winter months were spent watching hockey and she was a longtime supporter of the AHL Binghamton Booster Club and teams. Barbara was employed for 34 years by the Department of Defense, Defense Contract Administration, a job she loved and took great pride in, working in both the Binghamton and Syracuse offices. She loved to send greeting cards to celebrate every occasion, never missing a birthday or anniversary or any occasion a card could be sent for. She had an amazing ability to pick the perfect card and somehow make sure it was delivered on the exact date. Barbara’s strength and independence were admired by all. Her love for family was always present, “GG” loved visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren and always made sure to have a sweet treat for the little ones. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 am, Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Saints John and Andrew RC Church, 1263 Vestal Avenue, Binghamton by the Reverend Monsignor Michael Meagher. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Barbara’s name to the Food Bank of CNY or CHOW. To forward condolences please visit www.demunn.com.