Laura Marie Barton
Obituary
Laura Marie Barton (64) went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on December 17, 1952 in Toledo, Ohio. Laura was the fifth of six children born to her father and mother, Ralph J. and Margaret (Bower) Ball. She grew up in Toledo and lived a very vibrant childhood and adolescence. She graduated from Waite High School in Toledo in 1972. After high school, she met her husband, David D. Barton and they were married on June 21, 1974. Laura began her career with Toledo Public Schools where she specialized in sign language and hearing impaired education. David and Laura also became the proud parents of Wendy M. Barton. Tragedy struck in 1990 when Laura lost David suddenly.
Laura’s life took on a new purpose again in 1999 when Wendy gave birth to a son, David R. Barton. Laura loved being a grandmother and loved her grandson very much. She was fortunate enough to play a critical role in his life. Laura raised her grandson David from a young age and fought for his wellbeing. It was in 2004 that Laura and David moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma after retirement to be with Laura’s older sister Margaret (Ball) Wagner. Laura worked at Reasor’s while David attended Bixby Public Schools. She later found work at Bixby Public Schools and JcPenny’s where she enjoyed making friends and settling into her new life in Oklahoma.
In 2014, Laura met Max Grier of Yale, Oklahoma. Laura and David moved in with Max and enjoyed a quiet, country lifestyle. It was during this time that Laura’s niece, Beth (Baumgartner) Crosby and her husband Brent Crosby partnered with Laura and Max to help take care of David. It was 2015 that Laura battled lung cancer which took a toll on her body but she was declared cancer free. She lived out the rest of her time in Yale, Oklahoma with Max and visits from David and will leave behind quite a legacy of stories and fun memories with all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her Father and Mother, Ralph J. Ball and Margaret C. Ball, husband David D. Barton, sisters Martha A. (Ball) Parker and Elizabeth J. (Ball) Baumgartner. Survived by grandson, David R. Barton, sisters Barbara (Richard) Baumgartner and Margaret (Robert) Wagner and brother Joseph (Sandy) Ball.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Common Ground Church Annex at 7810 East 49th Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145.
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Tributes & Memories
Laura and I were classmates and I will miss her. My condolences to her family
Diane cannon hassen
So sorry to hear about Laura. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. so sad that another sister has left you.
Peggy Kinkaid Moore
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David Smith
Laura was my dear friend since childhood. We shared many very special memories and experiences. A truly special person. I am praying for the family. Laura.... until we meet again....May God grant you every blessing in paradise. Amen
Marsha (Clover) Landis
Im so sorry for your loss of Laura. She was the sweetest person and so genuine. Always a bright spot every time I saw her at work at JC Penney's. She will definitely be missed. Rest in peace sweet Friend. Heaven got a special angel with you.
Pam Teehee
Maggie and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Laura! She looks so much like Barb! I am sure that you had many good years with her during your childhood and after she moved to OK! Again, you have my deepest sympathy!
Nancy Bright Zalewski
I've known the Ball's most of my life and always thought what a wonderful family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Buddy Corlett
So sorry about Laura; you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Sharon Ruley
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Jim and Sharon Ruley
our prayers are with you and your family. God will help ease your loss. God bless all.
Robert/Cheryl Marquette
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Mike & Woneida Evanoff
Mike & I are so sorry to hear of Laura's passing, may you always remember the treasured times you shared growing-up together. You have our deepest sympathy.
Mike & Woneida Evanoff
I am so sorry for your loss. She was so young. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God be with you!
Nancy Demko Oberdorf
So sorry for yet another loss of one of your beautiful sisters. It sounds like she in deed had a wonderful life, may she continue to live with our Heavenly Father and surrounded by her family and friends that have passed before her.
Patti (Wamer) Schinharl