It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving mother Barbara (Kaczenski) Schiffert who entered eternal life, a loving Child of God on May 13, 2023 at the age of 82 surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Middlefield, daughter of the late Stanley Henry and Mary Lorraine (Hennessey) Kaczenski.

A graduate of Middletown High school class of 1959, Barbara was known around town and surrounding areas as everyone's "Avon Lady". During her career Barbara worked for many divisions for the State of Connecticut, retiring as Payroll Supervisor. Barbara was a communicant of St. Colman's Church, past commissioner of Middlefield Housing Authority, past advocate for the committee for seniors, a volunteer at the Middlefield senior center, a member of the care and share volunteer program at St. Colman's Church, as well as a volunteer at The Bushnell and at the Durham Fair. My mom was hardworking always involved with doing something, whether it be volunteering or just helping a friend out she was always on the go and loved life.

Barbara enjoyed traveling, vacationing at the beach, visiting friends and family through-out the country. She took pride in gardening around her home, playing setback at the K-Club, and lunches with her many Girlfriends.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Teresa Hampe and her husband Brian of Middlefield, son Kenneth Schiffert of Middlefield, granddaughter Amber Schiffert, sisters Janet Garbonola of Middlefield, Karen Johnston and her husband Irving of Durham, Linda Jones of Middlefield, and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her brother Stanley Kaczenski, sister Gail Ann Kaczenski, and brother-in-law Louis Garbonola. Barbara is also predeceased by her long-time companion Glenn Baltzley, who Barbara now joins for their next journey together.

Her family would like to express their gratitude for the compassion of all the health care providers involved in her care.

Her Funeral Liturgy will be held on Friday (May 19 ^th ) at St. Colman Church at 10 A.M, 170 Hubbard St. Middlefield. Burial will follow at Middlefield Cemetery. Calling hours will be on Thursday (May 18 ^th ) from 5 to 7 P.M. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown.

In Lieu of Flowers contributions may be made to one's charity of choice.

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