Barbara J. LaHair

CHARLTON: Barbara J. (McCallum) LaHair, 84, of Charlton, died Friday, November 6th, at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge.

She leaves her husband, Fred LaHair; her sister, Lianne Hanlon of Webster; her brother, Glenn McCallum and his wife, Sharon, of Leicester; her sister-in-law, Ruth Gaffney and her husband, Bob, of Auburn; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, James McCallum.

Born in Northbridge, she was the daughter of the late James and Virginia (Hadley) McCallum.

Barbara worked for State Mutual Life Assurance Company for 34 years as an office clerk and became a valued part of the office before retiring.

Barbara and Fred met in 1970 and shared the next 56 years, making their home in Charlton for almost 50 years. They spent many years RV camping and traveling to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a place that became an important part of their life together and where they made many friends.

After taking a cake decorating course, Barbara began making birthday cakes from scratch for her nieces and nephews as they were growing up. She personalized each one, decorating them with favorite characters and designs, and the cakes became a memorable part of their birthdays.

Barbara loved her dogs and had a special place in her heart for Daisy, Muffin, and Alex.

At Barbara’s request, there will be no services.