Barbara Marie (Ferance) Mullin

SALEM – Barbara Marie Mullin, 84, passed away on January 23, 2025, after a brief illness, with her devoted and loving husband of 61 years by her side. She was born on January 19, 1941, in Punxsutawney, PA, daughter of the late George and Helen (Haslego) Ferance.

Barbara worked as an insurance agent for Continental Insurance in Cleveland, OH and later for Aetna Insurance in Elmira, NY.

She attended the Infant Jesus of Prague Byzantine Catholic Church in Boardman, OH. Barbara was a supporter of the Boys Town Organization and the American Diabetes Association. 

Barbara possessed a passion for all holidays, evidenced by the excitement and flair she exhibited in decorating, making every holiday special for those around her. A favorite activity of her grandchildren was to go through each room in her house counting all the Christmas trees.  She was also very creative, and her hobbies included chocolate candy making, crafting, and interior decorating.  She had quite the green thumb and her flower gardens flourished under her care.  She had a spunky attitude and an infectious laugh. Barbara was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be missed dearly.

Barbara married her husband, Ronald Mullin, on August 3, 1963.  They met on a blind date, and it was love at first sight. They were perfectly matched and deeply committed to one another.

Barbara leaves behind a daughter, Pamela (Michael) Sheperd; a brother, George (Jane) Ferance; two grandchildren, Alexander (Maria) Sheperd, and Elizabeth Sheperd; one great-granddaughter; one brother in-law; two sisters-in-law; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by a beloved brother, John Ferance, and a sister-in-law.

A burial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 31, 2025, at SS. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church in Urey, PA with Father Mark Meholick officiating. She will be laid to rest at Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes.org.

Arrangements are being entrusted to Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

To view Barbara's obituary or send condolences, visit www.starkmemorial.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Barbara Marie (Ferance) Mullin, please visit our floral store.