Barbara J. “Barb” Paulhamus, 82, of Linden, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 at The Williamsport Home. Surviving is her loving husband, Cecil C. Paulhamus, with whom they would have celebrated 64 years of marriage this November.
Born February 3, 1942, at home, in Anthony Township, she was a daughter of the late John E. and Catharine (Murray) Knepley.
Barb was a 1959 graduate of the Williamsport Area High School. As a dedicated homemaker, Barb devoted her life to caring for her family and creating a warm, welcoming home. Her hands were rarely still, as she poured her creativity into making beautiful quilts and intricately decorated cakes. Barb’s talents extended beyond her home as she actively participated in the life of the Walnut Street Baptist Church. Her faith was an integral part of who she was, and she lived it out by serving others. She was always ready to arrange flowers, prepare food for church events, and deliver meals to those who were sick or in need. Barb’s family was the centerpiece of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to her husband are her three children, Edward M. Paulhamus (Rea) of Linden, Dennis L. Paulhamus (Kamala) of Cogan Station, and Brenda K. Campbell (Richard) of Jersey Shore; seven grandchildren Andrew (Chelsea), Ashley (Andrew), Alicia (Cody), Austin (Jordyn), Elizabeth (Nate), Lyle, and Leah; five great-grandchildren Theo, Eden, Maelee, Jaylynn, and Alex; and a brother, Thomas Knepley (Mary Grace) of Williamsport.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two great-grandchildren, Shiloh and Savannah, a sister, Anna Knepley, and three step-brothers Bill, Harry, and Bruce Knepley.
A funeral service to honor the life of Barbara will be held 11 a.m. Friday, June 28 at Walnut Street Baptist Church 201 W Highland St, Avis with Pastor George Grossman officiating. A viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at the church.
Burial will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, June 28 in St. Michael’s Lutheran Church Cemetery 1877 St Michaels Rd, Cogan Station.
Memorial contributions may be made in Barb’s name to the Walnut Street Christian School 201 W Highland St, Avis, PA 17721.
Online condolences may be expressed on Barb’s memorial page at http://www.KnightConferFuneralHome.com.
