Barbara Anne Jarrett (Lechler-Hoover)
May 23, 1938 – August 14, 2026
Barbara Anne Jarrett, 88, of Williamsport, formally of Clearfield, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026 at Valley View Nursing Home, Montoursville.
Born May 23, 1938 in Northumberland County, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Cleora (Phillips) Jarrett of Turbotville. As a young mother raising her children, Barbara worked at the Stroehmann Bakery plant in Williamsport, and later in life held positions as an LPN at Mountain Laurel Healthcare in Clearfield and Buffalo Valley Nursing Care in Lewisburg. She enjoyed bowling, and as a member of the “Neighbors” bowling team won a championship. She crocheted, enjoyed doing crafts, and played pinochle in a card club. Her favorite past time was watching Pittsburgh Pirates baseball, especially her favorite player, Andrew McCutchen.
Barbara is survived by sons Terry L. Lechler of Williamspor; Edward A. Lechler of Tullahoma, TN; and Eric L. Hoover (Carla) of Williamsport; daughter Patricia A. Lechler Shirey (Glenn) of Bellefonte; and stepson Donald Hoover, Jr. (Barb) of Williamsport; 20 grandchildren Sheldon, Amanda, Kristen, Shane, Shannon, Averie, Tiffany, Kevin, Keith, Ashley, Jessica, Matthew, Alicia, Donnie III, Stacey, Jodie, Nicky, Vickie, Mindy, Ricky; many great-grandchildren; and one brother, Paul Jarrett of Muncy; as well as many nieces and nephews whom she adored. She also loved the company of the two dogs in her life, Gidget and Ella!
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her five brothers Robert, Richard, William, Earle, and Charles Jarrett; her sister, Cathleen E. McCowan; and stepson Richard Hoover.
As we say good-bye to our mother, we celebrate a life lived with compassion and respect. Her legacy of kindness, joy, and love for her children, family, and friends will continue to be an inspiration to each and every one of us.
Arrangements were entrusted to Maneval Allen Redmond Cremation and Funeral Home, Williamsport. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit http://www.jamesmaneval.com.
